AI/ML hiring jumps 20% as white-collar job market stays steady in September: Report

Hiring for artificial intelligence and machine learning roles experienced a 20 percent increase year-on-year in September. Overall white-collar hiring remained relatively stable, indicating a shift towards specialised skills. Demand for experienced professionals in AI/ML surged, particularly among those with 13-16 years of experience. Declines were reported in traditional sectors like hospitality and education during the same period. Future hiring trends may increasingly favor specialised skills over broad-based sector growth.