AI Engineers aren't safe from being replaced by AI

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AI engineers often face misconceptions that their jobs are safe from automation, but they may be among the first replaced due to the rise of general AI models.
The term 'AI engineer' is vague and encompasses diverse technologies like LLMs, CNNs, recommender systems, and classical algorithms, making it hard to define precisely.
General AI models, such as Meta's DINO, are cannibalizing specialized AI fields by offering plug-and-play solutions that reduce the need for tailored AI engineering.
As AI models become more generalized and accessible, many companies may rely on big tech's breakthroughs, shrinking demand for AI engineers in favor of software developers for integration.
Current limitations exist where general models lack specialization for niche domains with scarce data, but this is expected to change within a few years.
AI agents are unlikely to fully replace software developers soon, as human oversight is still needed to guide AI in building and validating applications.

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