AI-related jobs appear to be among the most sought-after and lucrative jobs for young professionals. The growing interest in such jobs has led to a surge in online searches for such job openings and details of average salaries.
Machine learning engineering is the most in-demand AI job in 2025, according to a new study by US-based technology company TRG Datacentres. The report states that this role offers the highest salary opportunities. Additionally, there is significant interest in robotics with a focus on the role of AI and computer vision engineering.
The study looked at 17 diverse AI roles, ranging from technical roles such as machine learning engineer to non-technical roles such as AI product manager. Jobs were then ranked by score to identify roles that are in high demand, financially rewarding, and most popular among job seekers.
According to the report, Machine Learning Engineering is the most popular job title with a score of 72. This position has the highest average salary at $161,000 per year. ML Engineering has 16,000 jobs with 43,000 monthly searches, also the second highest search volume on the list. This score and number suggests that there is strong market interest in machine learning engineering roles in the US.
“Understanding where demand is growing can reveal opportunities you hadn’t considered before. For example, areas with high demand often create a ripple effect, creating the need for supporting roles and associated expertise. By staying up-to-date on these trends, you can: , individuals can strategically position themselves in the job market by upskilling, pivoting into new fields, or exploring roles that align with new needs. Ultimately, creativity and adaptability are the keys to success in this evolving landscape,” said a TRG spokesperson. data center.
Meanwhile, Computer Vision Engineer secured second place with an overall score of 63. This role also has the highest number of job openings, showing that visual AI is being used in everything from self-driving cars to medical diagnostics. The average salary for a computer vision engineer is $127,000 per year.
Third and fourth places were secured by experts in robotics (AI focus) and deep learning, respectively. Robotics is incredibly popular with a score of 55, 55.6,000 monthly searches, and an average salary of $119,000. Deep Learning Specialist has a score of 50 with 19,000 jobs and an average salary of $119,000. Natural Language Processing (NLP) Engineering ranked 5th with a score of 36, 6,000 jobs, and an average salary of $156,000.
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The report highlights that rapid technology advancements are increasing the demand for specialized AI roles across industries, providing more opportunities for technology professionals.
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