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Applied AI Engineer
What 39 fast-growing companies ask for — updated October 2026
Across 159 active Applied AI Engineer postings, Artificial Intelligence is the most-requested skill — in 92% of listings, ahead of LLMs and Communication. 39 companies are hiring right now, led by OpenAI. 99% of Applied AI Engineer roles now call for AI skills, and 8% are remote.
159active postings
99%ask for AI skills
8%remote
39companies hiring
Most-demanded skills
| Skill | % of postings | |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence | 92% | |
| LLMs | 69% | |
| Communication | 64% | |
| Python | 61% | |
| Machine Learning | 43% | |
| Computer Science | 43% | |
| Collaboration | 41% | |
| Compliance | 41% | |
| OpenAI | 40% | |
| Prototyping | 38% | |
| Computer Hardware | 36% | |
| Encompass LOS | 36% |
Top employers hiring now
| Company | Open roles |
|---|---|
| OpenAI | 59 |
| Anthropic | 44 |
| Mistral AI | 10 |
| Appian Corporation | 4 |
| Ramp | 2 |
| Databricks | 2 |