AI And Automation Talent Demand Doubles As Tech Hiring Slows
ITProToday, Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
AI and automation positions have surged to 6% of total job fills, signaling a fundamental workforce shift toward operational efficiency and specialized skills across global markets.
Demand for AI and automation talent has doubled year over year, according to data from workforce management firm Magnit, highlighting a sharp divergence from overall IT hiring trends in early 2025.
In the first quarter of 2025, AI and automation roles accounted for 6% of total job fills - up from just 3% during the same period last year.
This growth occurred even as temporary work remained flat or declined, and overall IT and tech role fills contracted by 2% year over year.