Explore AI Engineer Jobs

AI engineers build, deploy, and improve software systems that use artificial intelligence. Their work can include developing machine learning models, integrating generative AI, and creating reliable services that turn data into useful products. Explore vetted AI Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where jobs listed pay $100,000 or more.

What Does an AI Engineer Do?

AI engineers translate business and product needs into AI-powered applications. Depending on the role, they may prepare data, evaluate models, build application programming interfaces, integrate models into production systems, and monitor performance. Many collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, product teams, and domain experts.

Common AI Engineer Skills

Employers often seek experience with Python and other programming languages, machine learning frameworks, data pipelines, cloud platforms, model deployment, and software engineering fundamentals. Some positions emphasize large language models, natural language processing, computer vision, model evaluation, or responsible AI practices. Requirements vary by employer and level.

AI Engineer Career Opportunities

AI engineers work across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and other industries. Job titles and responsibilities differ: openings may focus on machine learning engineering, generative AI, applied AI, or production infrastructure. Review each listing for the required experience, technical focus, location, and compensation details.

Find Your Next AI Engineer Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted AI Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities, identify roles aligned with your skills, and check listings regularly as new openings become available.

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$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise AI ecosystems by designing knowledge graphs and enhancing retrieval architectures. Collaborate across teams to improve AI agent outputs and ensure scalable, secure implementations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in building and optimizing the context layer for an enterprise AI ecosystem. Drive improvements in knowledge graphs, agent integrations, and retrieval quality while collaborating acros...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $220K *

Join a team that engages clients to transform business challenges into AI solutions. This role combines hands-on engineering with client interaction, focusing on developing and deploying scalable AI a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$155K - $220K *

Transform business challenges into practical AI solutions by engaging clients and deploying innovative applications. Leverage your engineering expertise to develop scalable, secure AI workflows and gu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$155K - $220K *

Join a team that's transforming business challenges into AI solutions by engaging clients and deploying innovative applications. Leverage your engineering expertise to develop scalable, secure, and re...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI integration by creating essential documentation for workflows and operations. Collaborate with technical experts to ensure clarity and consistency in AI-ena...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of AI integration by creating clear, comprehensive documentation that supports workflows and operations. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure effective implementation and us...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$275K - $315K *

Engage as a trusted technical advisor, guiding customers through the integration of AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable systems, ensuring alignment with busines...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $205K *

Lead the development of Responsible AI principles and governance structures, engaging with diverse clients to shape ethical AI policies and standards while influencing industry practices and ensuring...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $225K *

Explore innovative AI solutions to enhance national security workflows. Collaborate with analysts and developers to design and implement AI-enabled capabilities that streamline decision-making in high...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $225K *

Join a team that's transforming national security through AI/ML solutions. Collaborate with analysts and developers to design workflows that enhance decision-making and streamline operations in high-t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $230K *

Empower your career as a Senior Applied AI Engineer, driving AI initiatives from prototypes to production-ready solutions. Lead technical delivery for Conversational AI, bridging the gap between innov...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Advance your career by leading the design and development of AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet business needs while ensuring quality an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion the development and deployment of AI infrastructure, ensuring robust, secure, and scalable solutions for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize wor...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $215K *

Engage with innovative AI/ML teams to drive customer success in leveraging AI. You'll cultivate client relationships, manage adoption, and ensure measurable impacts through tailored solutions and stra...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare data solutions. As a technical lead, you'll design and operationalize scalable data platforms, integrating critical healthcare data across various d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $101K *

Deliver advanced technical support and solutions, ensuring seamless IT operations and user satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to resolve complex issues and enhance service efficiency while mentoring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $147K *

Drive successful project delivery by implementing cutting-edge AI/ML solutions on Google Cloud. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategies, conduct client discovery, and provide tec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$241K - $456K *

Contribute to the development of advanced AI-driven risk intelligence systems, implementing multi-agent architectures and leading engineering standards to ensure effectiveness in identifying and mitig...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative AI testing and evaluation services, ensuring robust security and compliance. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities and enhance defenses against AI-assisted threats, deliv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation in real-time systems engineering, optimizing LLMs for performance and responsiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences across devices, ensuring seam...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and enhance core platforms that empower engineering excellence. Collaborate on automation, tooling, and infrastructure solutions that drive efficiency and reliability in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Champion the development of an enterprise AI ecosystem by designing and managing knowledge graphs, enhancing retrieval quality, and integrating AI agents across platforms to drive continuous improveme...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the development of an enterprise AI ecosystem by designing and managing knowledge graphs, enhancing retrieval quality, and integrating AI agents across platforms to ensure optimal performance an...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development of an enterprise AI ecosystem by designing and enhancing knowledge graphs, ensuring high-quality retrieval and agent responses while collaborating across teams to drive contin...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an AI engineer do?question toggle

    An AI engineer designs, builds, integrates, and maintains software that uses artificial intelligence. Responsibilities may include preparing data, developing or adapting models, deploying AI features, and monitoring their quality and performance.

  • What qualifications are common for AI Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for strong programming skills, often in Python, and experience with machine learning, data systems, cloud platforms, and production software. Some roles also require expertise in areas such as generative AI, natural language processing, or computer vision.

  • What is the difference between an AI engineer and a machine learning engineer?question toggle

    The titles overlap. AI engineers may work across a broader range of AI applications and integrations, while machine learning engineers often focus more specifically on building, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models and pipelines. The exact scope depends on the employer.

  • How much do AI Engineer jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual AI Engineer roles varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities; check each listing for its salary information.

  • Where can AI engineers find jobs?question toggle

    AI engineers work in many industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. Browse Ladders listings to explore vetted opportunities and review each role's focus, qualifications, location, and compensation.