Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are becoming mainstream. Millions of people are experimenting with what ChatGPT and other AI-powered chatbots can do. Thousands of companies are integrating machine learning into their apps. And workers already fear the threat of technology. Potential employment impact.
But is this rapid adoption reflected in AI-centric jobs? According to the latest information from CompTIA. Technical job reportthe answer is “yes”. However, as you can see from the chart below, the number of AI jobs remains relatively limited and concentrated in states with established technology hubs, such as Massachusetts and California.
(CompTIA gets its data from Lightcast, which collects and analyzes millions of job postings from across the country, so it’s pretty comprehensive.)
If you’re interested in AI as a career, here are some key takeaways from this data.
AI adoption remains concentrated in a few areas. Mature technology hubs like California and Massachusetts are home to dozens of large companies with the budgets to actually pay for AI talent, which is why there is such a concentration of jobs in several states. As AI matures and more people learn the techniques behind it, salaries are likely to fall to new levels, and with it the demand for AI talent in emerging technology hubs.
Don’t be fooled by the “low” numbers. Yes, AI researchers and machine learning specialists are relatively under-hired, at least compared to other technology professions such as system administrators and software developers, but knowledge of AI is rapidly becoming important to many technology professionals. AI and machine learning are permeating nearly every aspect of the technology industry, so becoming familiar with technology tools and techniques can help you “future-proof” your career.
AI has the potential to drive more jobs…not less: upwork I recently investigated A survey of 1,400 U.S. business leaders, from senior managers to executives, found that 49% plan to hire more full-time staff or freelancers as a result of generative AI. Even if you don’t think AI will have a meaningful impact on your career in the short term, be prepared for it to impact your team and company. in a seismic manner.
