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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$200K - $250K *

Empower enterprises by embedding within their teams to deliver impactful AI solutions. Leverage your expertise in GenAI/LLM systems, cloud-native delivery, and engineering fundamentals to drive real c...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining AI deployment by embedding within client operations, delivering impactful solutions in real-time. Collaborate with experts to tackle complex challenges and drive innovati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Lead transformative AI projects by embedding within client teams, delivering production-ready solutions that drive real business impact. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand needs and s...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $315K *

Transform democratic resilience by providing technical support to international partners. Collaborate across teams to deploy AI solutions, ensuring safety and effectiveness in diverse environments whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $234K *

Shape the future of AI reliability by ensuring uptime and efficiency of HPC systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance observability, automate processes, and manage incidents, all while maintaining se...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $261K *

Drive the reliability and efficiency of large-scale AI infrastructure, ensuring high uptime and performance through innovative monitoring, automation, and collaboration with engineering teams to enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $210K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by designing knowledge systems that integrate diverse data sources, enhance user experience, and ensure secure access control while collaborating with teams to drive o...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's building cutting-edge AI solutions, developing robust machine-learning models, and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate closely with engineers to create reliable systems that enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative Generative AI systems that transform real-world applications. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and deploy scalable AI solutions, ensuring seamles...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower innovation by supporting AI solutions development and automation. Collaborate with engineers to enhance operational efficiency through Python programming and integration of emerging technologi...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining media technology. You will architect AI solutions and optimize large language models for scalable, reliable systems within a hybrid media production environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions in eCommerce. Collaborate with teams to assess, prototype, and implement cutting-edge technologies that enhance merchant experiences and drive product development...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $115K *

Empower enterprises by designing and deploying cloud-native AI agents that enhance workflows. Collaborate with clients to create robust, scalable solutions tailored to complex environments, driving in...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$215K - $240K *

Innovate AI solutions for US Cyber Command by designing and integrating advanced ML models and workflows. Collaborate with teams to enhance mission capabilities, ensuring secure, scalable AI services...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $145K *

Shape the future of IT security by designing and implementing IAM solutions, mitigating risks, and collaborating across teams to enhance security practices in a dynamic environment...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Lead end-to-end AI/ML projects, driving innovative solutions in medical synthesis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimize performance, and translate cutting-edge research to production. Mak...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining analytics by building trusted AI-driven data solutions. As a senior contributor, you'll enhance data pipelines and semantic models, ensuring accuracy and governance for e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$190K - $239K *

Drive the design and development of cloud-based solutions, enhancing automation and CI/CD processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud infrastructure and ensure operational exc...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $286K *

Elevate AI innovation by leading cross-functional teams to develop and deploy cutting-edge AI solutions, ensuring responsible practices and driving measurable outcomes that enhance customer interactio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$229K - $262K *

Unlock your potential by leading a cross-functional team to develop innovative AI solutions that transform customer interactions and enhance operational efficiency, while fostering a culture of learni...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$229K - $262K *

Shape the future of AI by leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative AI solutions that enhance customer interactions and operational efficiency, while fostering a culture of learning and res...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $286K *

Partner with us to lead a cross-functional team in developing AI solutions that transform customer interactions and enhance operational efficiency. Drive innovation, optimize AI systems, and foster ta...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform software engineering by designing and developing AI-driven full stack applications. Leverage modern technologies to enhance productivity and streamline business workflows, ensuring scalable...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join us to develop cutting-edge occupant safety CAE models for electric vehicles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize vehicle architectures, ensuring compliance with safety standards a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $120K *

Drive innovation by designing and implementing AI solutions, enhancing user experiences through collaborative software development and integration, while ensuring high-quality standards and system rel...

Today

  •   Less than 5 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.