Want a higher paying tech job? Employers seek AI fluency
Employers are getting pickier when looking at tech resumes, but competition for the right skills is still intense. Companies will pay a premium for experience and advanced AI skills. “The market is no longer defined simply by how many people employers hire, but by how precisely they hire,” said Ger Doyle, ManpowerGroup’s regional president for North America. In many cases, employers would rather…
Employers are increasingly prioritizing AI fluency and expertise in tech job seekers, with companies willing to pay a premium for these skills. According to a survey by Robert Half, 72% of hiring managers are increasing pay for relevant AI skills, with 42% offering more for AI-related expertise than other technical skills. The tech job market saw a record high of 625,633 active listings in September, with 349,821 of them requiring AI skills, a 32% increase from the previous month.
AI literacy was identified as the most in-demand technical skill by Experis, with 34% of US respondents naming it a sought-after skill. As AI models and applications continue to evolve, employers are seeking candidates who can hit the ground running and have hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and services.
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