"I don't wanna get a Ph.D. but wanna work as a Machine Learning Engineer," an X user wrote, kicking off a debate. I don't wanna get a PhD but wanna work as a Machine Learning Engineer. AdvertisementOne respondent said a doctorate is only relevant for research, not machine learning engineering. The discussion comes as employers and would-be workers assess which skills and education are most useful as the AI job market booms. One X user's response to the original post pointed out that a Ph.D. is just one way to become a machine learning engineer.

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