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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading AI initiatives that enhance construction workflows, drive adoption, and maximize business value. Collaborate with teams to translate complex challenges into scalable soluti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

The AI Subject Matter Expert (SME) will lead the design and implementation of innovative AI/ML solutions for national security challenges. This role involves providing technical expertise, conducting...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative software solutions by leveraging your expertise in Python, Java, and TypeScript. Collaborate on design, coding, and testing to enhance system reliability and user...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead a transformative AI strategy, driving innovation and operational efficiency across departments. Collaborate with teams to implement AI solutions that enhance manufacturing and distribution proces...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $113K *

Join our team to design and oversee AI solutions, ensuring their successful adoption and ongoing performance across multiple departments, enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of innovative AI solutions, collaborating across the stack to enhance product design and customer experience. Drive significant ownership and influence team culture while advancin...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer critical electrical and mechanical systems for data centers, leading field support, troubleshooting, and reliability improvements while developing operational standards and mentoring teams to...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by solving real-world operational challenges, enhancing patient access through data-driven AI solutions, and leading projects from concept to execution in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $184K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI development by creating innovative software solutions. Collaborate with experts, guide junior members, and tackle complex challenges while enhancing your te...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $184K *

Drive innovation by developing AI-enabled software solutions, managing workstreams, and guiding junior team members. Utilize modern engineering methods to enhance client services and improve applicati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $184K *

Innovate software solutions as a Senior Associate AI Developer, leveraging modern engineering methods to design, code, and refine applications that enhance client service and business performance whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Innovate data-driven operations by leveraging AWS, Python, and SQL. Collaborate across software development and AI systems to ensure data quality and operational visibility, influencing technology str...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Transform product engineering by leading a growing team, driving innovation, and enhancing customer certification processes while balancing hands-on coding and management responsibilities...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by deploying advanced AI systems in industrial environments. This hands-on role combines engineering expertise with customer engagement to integrate AI solutions, ensuring seamless op...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing custom automation solutions using Microsoft Power Platform and Power BI, facilitating business process efficiency and direct customer engagement with a f...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate large-scale ML systems, collaborating with experts to enhance trading strategies through advanced machine learning techniques and robust infrastructure. Shape the futur...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative AI systems by leading technical efforts on reliability, bias mitigation, and performance metrics. Collaborate with product teams to design intelligent workflows, optimizing agent b...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to design and implement AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency, streamline workflows, and drive innovation across the organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $187K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise AI governance initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management while advising stakeholders on responsible AI practices and policies. Drive effective governan...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $187K *

Transform enterprise AI governance by developing policies and standards, ensuring compliance, and advising leaders on responsible AI adoption. Drive effective monitoring processes and foster collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in integrating AI/ML solutions for government projects, ensuring responsible implementation and measurable outcomes while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance mission eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by shaping AI/ML integration for government projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate mission needs into actionable use cases, ensuring responsible AI practices and measura...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$107K - $134K *

Champion the strategic integration of AI and analytics in construction operations, enhancing estimating accuracy and operational performance. Lead technical workstreams, mentor peers, and drive contin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming AI concepts into scalable, secure products. Collaborate across teams to design, build, and deploy AI solutions that enhance workflows and deliver measurable business va...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower enterprise transformation by leading change management initiatives for digital technologies and AI solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful adoption and integration of new...

1 week 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.