Introduction

Big technology companies like Salesforce and Google have recently announced layoffs due to artificial intelligence. However, it’s given AI-focused startups and companies the availability to poach those that are impacted.

Job Market Transformation

According to the World Economic Forum, AI is expected to replace tens of millions of jobs over the next few years. But many like Jonathan Chu, the director of engineering at Rapid Robotics, said AI is the hottest area of job growth.

“New jobs are going to be created by the AI industry,” Chu said. “New jobs will be created to drive and support the AI industry. Jobs you couldn’t imagine before now exist because of AI technology that’s out there.”

Skills in Demand

Workers that possess those skills also have the upper hand in negotiations, according to Joint Ventures CEO Russell Hancock.

“If you can do those things, this is the town for you, you can name your price and ka-ching,” he said. “If you can’t do those things, it’s getting harder to be employed, even in the tech sector.”

Conclusion

As the tech landscape evolves, the demand for AI-related skills will continue to grow, creating new opportunities for those ready to adapt.