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As we move into June, here's an update on the AI job market from the perspective of People In AI. The hiring market continues to warm. It is common to speak to a top engineer interviewing at all the big tech brands. They are all hiring. Candidates are looking for a variety of reasons. There is some burnout of engineers being stretched in small teams with large workloads. Most people want more interesting work and ensure they keep up with all the new AI work. "I want something in GenAI" is a daily occurrence! Some job seekers continue to struggle in this market. There is a feeling of some skills being slightly left behind as roles become more and more specialized. Data science has evolved again, data engineering is less in demand than before. Many senior leaders are looking around and not enough roles. There is no shortage of US AI startups with funding and growth plans. I've spoken with many who have amazing AI applications that are changing how we all work. It is going to be amazing to see who comes out on top. For those that moved from big tech to a startup as a Founding engineer or similar... I am seeing some pulled back to big tech. Stock prices are bouncing back, and those big RSU offers look nice. A regular sight on a careers page is 20+ open roles that are highly specialized and hard to fill. Internal recruitment teams that People In AI support are stretched, having been through layoffs and quieter times. Hiring managers are picky. They have been spoilt for choice recently, which shows in the hiring mindset and processes. The interview : placement ratios are not what they used to be! I think we will see this come down as the year progresses. Prediction going into summer: continued market stabilization. Those hiring with a good process will secure some top AI people. I have many more thoughts, but I will stop there! If you are hiring or looking for a new role, stay in touch and follow for updates :) ✉ info@peopleinai.com

Here's an excellent summary of the AI job market from a recruiter's perspective. I add that some companies are still unsure of the skills they need to get their AI programs started. #ai

AI received a software update and raise, while everyone else got a reminder to update their resumes. Here we go again. It seems every time there's some hot tech trend, jobs with matching titles follow. It's one reason why recruitment of AI professionals at a premium is at a fever pitch. Yet, AI isn't new, and in the frenzy, companies may be operating with blinders on. All of this highlights one of the biggest weaknesses of the tech industry - its inability and unwillingness to train and upskill workers. Well, the metaverse didn't last long. Last year, jobs with the metaverse tag were hotter than a cat on a hot tin roof. Companies were scrambling for Chief Metaverse Officers and just about anyone wearing "I'm in the metaverse t-shirts." Like a fading movie star, fame is fleeting as a new star has arrived on the red carpet. When looking at job listings now, one doesn't need to be a rocket scientist to see a recurring theme: artificial intelligence in any and every flavor you can imagine. Unfortunately, tech companies - big and small - have been laying off tens of thousands of more-than-capable tech workers as they've become overly captivated by the newest shiny object. The industry like many others wants things ready made like an Oscar Meyer Lunchable. While this may be overly simplistic, the consequence is you have plenty of highly skilled and experienced software engineers and IT analysts who just a short time ago were highly sought, now on out on the street. Don't get me wrong. The trend towards hiring those with specialized AI training makes sense. But at the same time, companies need to have a better understanding of the talent they're pushing out the door because they don't happen to have 'AI' in their existing job title or list of skills. Whether we're talking about those in marketing and sales or IT and CS professionals, talented people are capable of adapting and evolving. As much as anyone, I understand the potential of AI. But what's going on in the tech job market seems pretty short-sighted. And for those with AI talent, it's wise to keep in mind that you may be building and training your eventual replacement https://lnkd.in/eYMDaBjD #talent #hiring #artificialintelligence #technology #jobs #unitedstates #workforce

Generative AI is a hot topic, but with recent tech layoffs, who's actually hiring for this skill? This graph reveals a major shift in the tech skills that companies are looking for, emphasizing the growing need for Generative AI expertise. Top Tech Skills for 2024: 𝟏. 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝-𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬: High demand but slightly decreasing. AWS, Azure, and other cloud services. 𝟐. 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Still sought after but growth is slowing. Could this signal a market saturation? 𝟑. 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐈: Demand is rising. This area is gaining traction, signaling new opportunities in innovative AI applications. 𝟒. 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐨𝐓 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟒𝐆: Facing a drop in demand, perhaps due to evolving technologies. 👉 Check out this cool AI job tracker here 🚀 : https://www.aimaps.ai/ Good news: Despite fewer tech openings, AI jobs are on the rise, opening more doors for tech professionals. #artificialintelligence #technology #future 

📢 Q1 AI job market round-up! People In AI have been busier than expected. We've worked with clients across the US and Canada to fill various AI-focused roles. The job market remains swirly / bubbly / all over the place! Here are a few observations from having spoken with 1000+ people in the market: ➕ The AI/ML/Data job market is much better than 12 months ago, but it is not at 2021 levels. ➕ There are still many top-tier candidates on the market. Some have been quietly looking for 6 months when they would usually have something secured in less than 1 month ➕ Big Tech is hiring again. But slowly, carefully, and being very selective. Long interview rounds and sometimes only offering fixed-term contracts ➕ Everyone is working on Gen AI and LLMs. Candidates want exposure to this. Most candidates I speak to are open to start-ups offering a low base and high equity. There has been some big tech fatigue from a rough few years. ➕ The Bay Area continues to be the epicenter of AI/ML. My clients are pushing for a return to office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday), but candidates in California are the most resistant of anywhere in North America! What is it about California?! ➕ Some incredible AI startups are getting huge funding. I spoke with one company with $20 million in funding and a $200 million valuation but didn't have a website yet. ➕ Many jobs do not appear in LinkedIn job advertisements. Networking in this market has never been more important. ➕ The contract-to-hire market remains strong. For those tired of searching for FTE, consider a 6-month hourly rate project. People In AI work with some clients who love to hire this way, and it can be very $lucrative. ➕ My crystal economic ball prediction: 2024 will remain similar to the above. The Fed will cut rates, and things will tighten slightly into 2025. If you are a hiring manager looking for great talent, get in touch :). info@peopleinai.com

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This headline says it all…And no matter WHAT YOUR #INDUSTRY - you should be #upskilling in #Ai RIGHT NOW because where every lost American #tech #job = 3 Indian #tech #workers hired, I predict that every person using #Ai in their #role will equal the efficiency of 3 #workers. (And YES- these efficiencies are #measurable and should be detailed as updates to your #resume to DISTINGUISH you as a #candidate). In the near future- #Ai use will be umbiqutus. For now- ITS A HUGE #differentiator. #techcommunity #techjobs #techcareers #jobseeker #jobs #careeer #HR #workforcedevelopment #aiadoption #aitrends #aitalent #EconomyOfOne AI Talent Is in Demand as Other Tech Job Listings Decline

Learn more about a skills-based hiring approach to combat the talent shortage, increase performance and widen the tech talent pool. Here we break down what skills to look for, how #AI is playing a role and the effects of this approach on the #hiring process. Get details in our latest article here: https://buff.ly/3AHtmhv #skillsbasedhiring #techtalent #skills

Job search site Indeed has collated job posting data from 2020 onwards, and following a record surge in demand for software engineers in 2022, reflected in the tech industry's wider hiring spree, it has found that the number of job postings for software roles has tapered off. This is part of a wider trend, with all job postings declining 12.3% year-over-year. Bucking the trend is a rising demand for AI-related jobs. #jobs #hiring #ai #bigtech

As we look ahead to 2025, the tech job landscape is shaping up to be more dynamic than ever! 🚀 I just read an insightful article on Forbes that highlights some key trends we should all be aware of. Here are my takeaways: 🤖 AI is Taking Center Stage: It’s fascinating to see that 60% of tech managers are now prioritizing AI engineering roles! That’s a huge leap from just 35% last year. If you’re not already exploring AI, now’s the time! 🔥 Hot Skills to Have: Python continues to reign supreme as the most sought-after programming language. 🐍 Skills in AWS, Oracle, Java, and JavaScript are still in high demand. ☁️ Keep an eye on emerging technologies like PyTorch, Rust, and TensorFlow—they're becoming increasingly valuable! 💡 📈 A Bright Job Market Ahead: The tech sector is projected to grow from 6 million to 7.1 million jobs by 2034! 📊 We can expect about 356,700 new computer and IT job openings every year. 📅 Interestingly, 95% of tech leaders are struggling to find skilled workers—so there’s a lot of opportunity out there! 🌟 💡 Pro Tip: To thrive in this evolving landscape, focus on building your AI skills, stay adaptable, and don’t forget the importance of soft skills. They can set you apart in a competitive job market! ✨If you're curious to dive deeper into these predictions, check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ebY7sVtR Let’s gear up for an exciting future in tech! What skills are you planning to develop in the coming year? 🤔💬 #TechCareers #JobMarket2025 #AIJobs #ProfessionalDevelopment #Tech #Recruitment