Truth About Getting an AI ML Engineering Job

Want to break into AI/ML as an engineer? Let's cut through the hype. This video exposes the reality of the AI / Machine Learning job market. Discover why landing an AI engineering job isn't a fairytale and how to navigate the competitive tech job market. Learn about the truth behind job descriptions (even from companies like Google), the PhD myth, and a real-life strategy to your AI career without a fancy PhD.
Don't get fooled by the AI hype, watch this video to get the real deal.

Outline
0:00 The BS in AI
0:20 Google Job posting
1:55 Competition in AI
4:18 Why PhD?
5:22 Strategy
6:27 Why?
8:11 Warning!

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⭐️About me
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Hi, I'm Jean, Founder of Exaltitude. I've been working in tech for the past 20 years as an engineer, an engineering manager, and a team builder. I was the 19th engineer at WhatsApp and worked with Facebook as an Engineering Manager for six years after the $19B acquisition. I'm excited to share the ins and outs of a Software Engineering career based on my experience as a hiring manager for top tech companies.

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[JoseAguirre-hldo]

I believe an AI engineer should build a skillset that not only includes all the basics of ML, data science, and SWE, but staying up to date with state-of-the-art tools like LLMs, RAG, fine tuning, and agent development. The key is to learn how to use the existing tools to build something that is truly useful. We all should focus on applying our skills to solve the problems we personally see or face, and use that as a leverage to land a job that requires the same skill every engineer needs to have: to solve by building.

[millertime]

It’s crazy these days because you have to make a bet on what to study. 2-4 years studying ai and there will be something else in demand. The market is shifting too quickly

[PaisleyAnnikaDanna]

aistructuralreview AI fixes this. "Breaking into AI ML Engineering Job"

[Lifeisnotshort]

I’m a junior Computer Science student considering a career in Data Analytics or Data Engineering. I have experience researching business operations and providing insights for improvement, backed by three years of active stock trading. My critical thinking skills have guided my investment decisions, focusing on companies that align with my insights.

Initially, I aimed for a career in software engineering, but the rise of AI and increased competition have shifted my focus. I have strong Python skills and plan to learn SQL and advance my Excel knowledge.

[mahiaravaarava]

The truth about getting an AI/ML engineering job is that it demands more than just technical skills; it requires a strong portfolio, practical experience, and continuous learning. The field is highly competitive, so building a robust network, gaining hands-on experience with real-world projects, and staying updated with the latest advancements are crucial for standing out.

[namanrohatgi]

Why am I getting these kinda videos in recommendation after enrolling in my bachelors for ai ml 😑
YouTube playing me fr

[Денис-жфр]

1000 resumes per a position, not that many actually

[rathinsinha]

Does university ranking also matter ma'am? For example, if the same degree is pursued by two candidates in different universities, will the one in higher ranked college have a better chance?

[Sociology_Tube]

66 Percent of the PHD is 100% of the Masters. Its just the writing of the unique scientific contribution to the field that is missing. Otherwise, Id say they read the same books, did the same homework and were in the same classes.

[powerHungryMOSFET]

How to get experience without a job? and how to get job without expereince?

[eerrcc]

sorry couldn't hear -- what jobs has to be avoided in the end of the video?

[mayuriroy]

10+ years of dev experience with Java. Planning to go back to school now at 32 for a masters in AI. Would you recommend?

[gammalgris]

Seems like nothing has changed over the years and job offerings. As opaque as ever. I doubt things will get better.

[Денис-жфр]

Alright, you sold me. + one S SWE as a subscriber

[sabafaisal]

I have a question mam? I am pursuing to be an AI/ML engineer and willing to spend my time and polish my skills in it. Which degree should i pursue? A master's in artificial intelligence or a master's in computer science? I am currently 15 years old and have a pretty solid experience in python and i am currently practicing and polishing my skills in this language. After that i will move onto C/C++, Java and R.

[danieldjinishiandebriquez]

eveything you said in the "Why PhD" also applies for Master degree, right? Any substancial difference apart from the time invested and one being more academic than the other?

[Денис-жфр]

Everyone should know C, few should use it

[AaronBlox-ht]

AI Engineer Google Cloud Consuting job merely pays $257k/yr and at 9 yrs experience, means senior level need only apply. But yet, the median house in Silicon Valley is far higher than the offerred wages so what the heck. They are paying badly if the worker can't even afford the median priced house in that area.... Yes, California has expensive housing and Silicon Valley more so.

[redpanther]

Hey I have just chosen Bachelors in artificial intelligence I can still change it to bachelors in computer science what do you think I should do??

[l-dragodestructor]

What about the certificates in the field?, certificates afford by AWS and Microsoft like
AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty Certification & Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate.

Do they actually matter? Especially that I don't even have any CS degree, I have a mechanical engineering bachelor degree. How to make my self knowen in the tech and AI market?