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January 12, 20254 min read

AI job that pays six figures: what it usually looks like

Six-figure AI roles usually sit at the intersection of engineering, data, and business impact. They are less about theory and more about shipping reliable systems that don't break on Monday.

Typical responsibilities

  • Deploying models into production and monitoring performance.
  • Working with product teams on measurable outcomes.
  • Improving data pipelines and evaluation frameworks.

How to qualify

Show evidence that you can take a model from prototype to production, including tests, monitoring, and a measurable business outcome.

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