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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$100K - $300K *

Drive innovation by designing and implementing cutting-edge reinforcement learning algorithms to enhance the autonomy and efficiency of robotics in real-world applications. Join us to push the boundar...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $300K *

Unlock your potential by designing and optimizing cutting-edge reinforcement learning models for robotics, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to create adaptable robots that perform com...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$56K - $114K *

Help us advance our secure computing environment by maintaining and optimizing infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performance, and supporting the deployment of new technologies while providing e...

Lansing, MIRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$56K - $114K *

Join a team that supports and maintains secure, highly available infrastructure. This role involves designing, deploying, and troubleshooting systems while ensuring reliable performance and adherence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Engineer innovative AI-driven software solutions by leveraging LLMs and coding harnesses. Collaborate with a focused team to design, build, and maintain autonomous systems that enhance software develo...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$240K - $300K *

Join us to architect and build a cutting-edge platform leveraging AI agents, driving automation in staffing. Collaborate with the founding team to set standards and tackle complex challenges across th...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$240K - $300K *

Lead the charge in building a cutting-edge AI-driven staffing platform. Collaborate with the founding team to architect scalable systems, automate processes, and set industry standards while driving b...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leveraging AI solutions to enhance construction workflows, drive operational efficiency, and support data-driven decision-making across cross-functional teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Build innovative Claude-powered AI agents and workflows in Python, collaborating with a small team to enhance internal tools and customer experiences while receiving senior mentorship and guidance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in advancing AI applications in healthcare by developing intelligent agents that uncover financial opportunities within complex datasets, transforming manual analyses into scalable wor...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation by bridging the gap between real-world robotics and simulation. Lead the development of SimReady assets, ensuring accurate calibration and dynamic behavior alignment for enhanced algo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $120K *

Transform customer experiences by serving as a technical expert, providing product training, and supporting new launches. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive product adoption and ensure compliance...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $195K *

Innovate within AI frameworks by integrating GPNPU backend for seamless performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compute efficiency and accuracy, driving impactful solutions in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $190K *

Engage in transforming healthcare by designing and deploying AI solutions that enhance clinician efficiency and patient outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced automati...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Empower healthcare innovation by designing and deploying AI solutions that enhance clinician efficiency and patient outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced machine lear...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $240K *

Drive innovation by applying AI agents to enhance our staffing marketplace. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate processes, build scalable systems, and deliver impactful solutions that...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $240K *

Lead the charge in developing AI-driven solutions that automate staffing processes, enhancing efficiency across our marketplace. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect and build scalable...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$197K - $232K *

Transform national security operations by developing innovative AI solutions that enhance efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate with mission experts to automate tasks and improve workflows, making a ta...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$197K - $232K *

Join a dynamic team to develop agentic AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with mission operators to create innovative tools, leveraging your software expertise to drive impa...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $125K *

Shape innovative AI solutions by designing, developing, and enhancing Agentic AI applications using cloud technologies. Collaborate with technical teams to tackle real-world challenges and drive AI mo...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $145K *

Advance innovation in PC performance by leveraging AI to optimize system design, enhance power efficiency, and improve thermal management. Collaborate with engineers to drive competitive solutions in...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $154K *

Engage in high-performance software development for cutting-edge AI solutions. Collaborate globally to optimize deep neural networks on Qualcomm Hexagon Processors, transforming industries with innova...

Markham, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of vehicle control systems through embedded software design, integration, and validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize software performance, ensuring safety...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K - $126K *

Elevate AI capabilities by building and maintaining governed solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate business needs into technical designs, ensuring ethical AI use and robust integratio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Explore an innovative role designing agent-based compliance systems. Architect frameworks that enable multiple AI agents, optimize AI/ML pipelines, and ensure traceability of compliance processes to e...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.