AI and Data Analytics Jobs: India Leads Globally in Career Opportunities
AI and Data Analytics Job Demand in India
According to the Global State of the Skills Economy Report from SkyHive by Cornerstone, India has the highest demand for data analytics skills globally, with 17.4% of job openings seeking this expertise. Additionally, the country's demand for artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) skills ranks first worldwide, comprising 4.1% of all job listings.
Growth Trends and Global Comparisons
- The share of data analytics job postings has increased by 52% over the past five years.
- India's job postings vastly lead over the US's 8.8% for this skill set.
- Globally, demand for AI/ML roles has surged by 65% since 2019.
Emerging Skill Areas: GenAI and AR/VR
In terms of GenAI skills, India ranks second, indicating a broader adoption of this technology beyond traditional tech giants. The report also highlights a sharp rise in demand for augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) skills, with job listings soaring by 154% from 2019, although India holds only 0.2% of these listings.
Challenges in Remote Working Demand
Despite strong job growth in analytics and AI, India shows lower demand for flexible or remote working talent, with only 6.3% compared to 22.8% in Australia.
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