Machine learning, product management, cybersecurity driving demand for high-paying jobs: foundit
foundit’s recent report on skills assessment trends in India shows that the top-paying skills today are artificial intelligence, machine learning and product management. Here is a look at the specific skills in each vertical and the salary for these roles, according to foundit:
AI&ML
Demand increase: There was a 12% increase in AI and ML job openings over the last year.
Salary levels: Freshers saw a minimum salary of Rs 7-8 lakh per annum and a maximum salary of over Rs 10 lakh per annum. For a mid-career role of 7-10 years, these figures ranged between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 28 lakh; for 15+ years’ of experience, the figures ranged from Rs 36 lakh to Rs 51 lakh.
Table Heading: Salary range for AI and ML jobs (LPA)
Avg. Min Salary
Avg. Max Salary
0-3 yrs
Rs 7,82,547
Rs 10,34,698
4-6 yrs
Rs 12,12,934
Rs 18,73,924
7-10 yrs
Rs 20,69,565
Rs 28,60,000
11-15 yrs
Rs 26,51,020
Rs 33,69,898
15+ yrs
Rs 36,25,000
Rs 51,25,000
LPA is lakh per annum
Source: foundit survey
Skills being assessed: The increasing adoption of AI applications across various industries has increased the demand for talent, leading to a 50% rise in AI and ML skill assessments. Employers are specifically looking for proficiency in machine learning algorithms, deep learning and AI frameworks to ensure candidates have the necessary skills to perform effectively.
Product management
Demand increase: The demand for product management skills has seen a 40% increase in enrollment into product management courses.
Salary levels: The
