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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$135K - $145K *

Support and enhance AI-enabled applications while gaining hands-on experience with large language models and intelligent automation. Collaborate with senior engineers to develop software solutions and...

Today

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

$218K - $335K *

Architect a robust evaluation framework for autonomous systems, leading a team to analyze subsystem performance and driving quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure metrics drive imp...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate software delivery by enhancing CI/CD systems and tools, ensuring seamless integration of AI agents. Collaborate with engineers to streamline workflows, improve security, and optimize the de...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance blockchain security through AI-driven systems, focusing on smart contract analysis and threat detection. Collaborate with experts to innovate automated vulnerability dis...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $216K *

Transform enterprise AI by designing and deploying production-grade agentic systems. Collaborate with client teams to create scalable solutions, ensuring operational excellence and measurable performa...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $216K *

Elevate your career by designing and deploying production-grade agentic AI systems. Collaborate with client teams to create scalable solutions across diverse enterprise environments, leveraging cuttin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $216K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying production-grade agentic AI systems. Collaborate with client teams to create scalable solutions across diverse enterprise environments, ensuring high perfor...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $216K *

Join a team that's redefining AI in enterprise environments by designing and deploying production-grade agentic systems. Collaborate with clients to create scalable solutions that enhance operational...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $216K *

Join a dynamic team to design and deploy production-grade agentic AI systems, collaborating with clients to create scalable solutions across diverse enterprise environments. Drive innovation and enhan...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$143K - $219K *

Drive AI research and development by collaborating with cross-functional teams to create and evaluate machine learning models that enhance cybersecurity solutions and improve endpoint management at en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $219K *

Explore innovative AI solutions by designing and evaluating ML models for endpoint management and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate research into scalable product features...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $219K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI research, collaborating across engineering and product teams to design and implement innovative AI and ML models for intelligent endpoint management and secur...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $219K *

Transform the future of cybersecurity by leveraging AI and ML to enhance intelligent endpoint management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that drive efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $219K *

Advance AI research by designing and implementing ML models for cybersecurity solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance endpoint management through innovative data analysis and pre...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of public safety through innovative AI-driven software solutions. As a leader, you'll architect scalable systems, mentor engineers, and ensure reliability and sec...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the design and delivery of innovative, AI-driven software solutions for public safety. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliability, security, and scalability while mentoring engineers and opti...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead the design and architecture of innovative, secure software solutions for public safety, ensuring reliability and scalability while mentoring engineers and driving AI-native development practices...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Transform high-growth startups by leading AI Deployment Engineering, ensuring rapid transition from experimentation to production while building robust technical partnerships and driving customer succ...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering AI solutions that drive measurable business value across various functions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality execution, adherence to archite...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Advance enterprise capabilities by developing secure, scalable generative AI solutions. Collaborate across teams to design robust applications that drive transformation and enhance user experiences in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing secure, scalable generative AI solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance enterprise capabilities, driving innovation and efficiency in complex environ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing secure, scalable generative AI solutions that empower enterprises. Collaborate across teams to design robust applications and optimize performance, driving transformative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by building innovative tools and automation that enhance software security. Collaborate with engineers to create solutions that streamline processes and improve safety in productio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $200K *

Shape the future of investment technology by leading AI transformation initiatives. Collaborate with investment teams to design and deliver AI tools that enhance decision-making and streamline workflo...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion the future of AI by operationalizing enterprise capabilities, leading full-stack development, and ensuring secure integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform validated...

1 week ago

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

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.