In February Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most sought-after and in-demand skills in the current job market, as more and more businesses and industries adopt and embrace this innovative and disruptive technology. According to a recent report by LinkedIn, the demand for AI skills has increased by 71% in the past year, and the supply of AI talent has not been able to keep up with the demand. This has created a huge opportunity and a challenge for job seekers and employers alike, who are looking to acquire, develop, and showcase their AI skills and capabilities.
According to the latest data from Indeed, the leading online job portal, the hiring for AI-related roles has increased by 20% in February 2024, compared to the same month last year. This is a significant growth, considering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the overall economy and employment. The data also reveals that the top five AI-related roles that have seen the highest growth in hiring are:
AI Engineer: An AI engineer is a professional who can design, develop, test, and deploy AI systems and applications, using various tools and frameworks, such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-learn. An AI engineer can also integrate AI solutions with existing systems and platforms, such as cloud, web, and mobile. An AI engineer needs to have a strong background in computer science, mathematics, statistics, and programming, as well as a good understanding of AI concepts, such as machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and reinforcement learning. The hiring for AI engineers has increased by 32% in February 2024, compared to the same month last year.
AI Researcher: An AI researcher is a professional who can conduct original and innovative research in the field of AI, using scientific methods and techniques, such as experiments, analysis, and publications. An AI researcher can also contribute to the advancement and dissemination of AI knowledge and discoveries, by collaborating with other researchers, institutions, and organizations, such as universities, labs, and journals. An AI researcher needs to have a high level of education, such as a PhD or a master’s degree, in AI or related disciplines, such as computer science, mathematics, statistics, or engineering, as well as a strong research and publication record. The hiring for AI researchers has increased by 28% in February 2024, compared to the same month last year.
AI Analyst: An AI analyst is a professional who can collect, process, analyze, and interpret data and information, using AI techniques and tools, such as data mining, machine learning, natural language processing, and visualization. An AI analyst can also provide insights and recommendations based on the data and information, to support decision making and problem solving for various domains and industries, such as business, finance, health, and education. An AI analyst needs to have a good background in data science, analytics, and statistics, as well as a good knowledge of AI concepts, such as machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision. The hiring for AI analysts has increased by 24% in February 2024, compared to the same month last year.
AI Consultant: An AI consultant is a professional who can provide expert advice and guidance on the use and implementation of AI solutions and strategies, for various clients and stakeholders, such as businesses, governments, and organizations. An AI consultant can also help to assess the feasibility, suitability, and impact of AI solutions and strategies, as well as to design and manage AI projects and initiatives. An AI consultant needs to have a good background in business, management, and consulting, as well as a good understanding of AI concepts, such as machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and reinforcement learning. The hiring for AI consultants has increased by 22% in February 2024, compared to the same month last year.
AI Educator: An AI educator is a professional who can teach and train others on the fundamentals and applications of AI, using various methods and platforms, such as courses, workshops, webinars, and online platforms. An AI educator can also help to raise the awareness and literacy of AI among the general public and the specific audiences, such as students, professionals, and policymakers. An AI educator needs to have a good background in education, pedagogy, and communication, as well as a good knowledge of AI concepts, such as machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and reinforcement learning. The hiring for AI educators has increased by 18% in February 2024, compared to the same month last year.