With the rise of ChatGPT worldwide, the profession of “AI Prompt Engineer” has also emerged, with salaries reaching up to $375,000 or even higher. In this article, we will discuss what this job entails.
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What is an “AI Prompt Engineer”?
What is the salary of an “AI Prompt Engineer”?
Which companies are hiring?
Experts: “AI Prompt Engineers” won’t exist for long.
With the rise of interactive artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, numerous new positions related to it have emerged, including “AI Prompt Engineer.” Despite not necessarily requiring a strong engineering background or experience, these engineers can easily earn a salary exceeding $250,000 (approximately NT$7.5 million) per year.
So, what do “AI Prompt Engineers” do, what is the salary range, and which companies are hiring? This article will provide an overview for readers.
What is an “AI Prompt Engineer”?
“Prompt Engineering” primarily involves issuing specific instructions to AI tools. These instructions can be a sentence, a set of words, or even a piece of code. After digesting these prompts, AI generates corresponding text, images, or videos.
Therefore, the job of an “AI Prompt Engineer” entails the following:
– Understanding the functions and weaknesses of AI. To achieve this, they guide AI through logical thinking and test its reasoning abilities.
– Continuously modifying prompts to test the best possible results AI can generate under various instructions.
– Communicating with the development team, providing feedback on test results, and proposing improvements.
Some companies do not require “AI Prompt Engineers” to have extensive knowledge of computer science or AI technology. However, other companies may require candidates to learn programming and robotics knowledge to construct AI models that meet requirements.
What is the salary of an “AI Prompt Engineer”?
As we know, positions in the field of AI are generally well-compensated, and “AI Prompt Engineers” are no exception:
– Entry-level “AI Prompt Engineers” earn a monthly salary ranging from €4,100 to €6,600. The specific amount depends on the company’s size and geographical location.
– However, some jobs can offer annual salaries as high as $375,000 without requiring formal relevant degrees. For example, the AI startup company Anthropic in California, USA, offers an annual salary of $250,000 to $375,000 for the position of “Prompt Engineer and Librarian.”
– Nevertheless, most companies still seek individuals with AI experience and higher education. For instance, the minimum wage for this position listed on the UK recruitment agency Hays is £40,000. However, individuals with specialized knowledge may earn annual salaries between £200,000 and £300,000, and the top-tier candidates can earn even more.
Which companies are hiring?
In reality, job opportunities for “AI Prompt Engineers” are increasing. According to Datascientest’s article, many websites have posted recruitment information:
– News website BoardingArea is hiring a part-time “ChatGPT Expert,” whose job requirements include “constructing and improving prompts to optimize content as part of our article improvement and re-publishing process.”
– Freelance platform Upwork also offers numerous related positions where “AI Prompt Engineers” can assist websites in generating content, such as blog articles or question-and-answer sections.
– Medical service company Klarity is also recruiting an engineer who can converse with large language models, offering a maximum annual salary of $230,000.
Experts: “AI Prompt Engineers” won’t exist for long.
However, despite the current high demand for “AI Prompt Engineers,” Professor Ethan Mollick from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania stated in February of this year:
Additionally, Adrian Weller, the Director of Machine Learning Research at the University of Cambridge, also believes:
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