Artificial intelligence is transforming global development roles and redefining the skills most sought after by recruiters and hiring teams. For professionals navigating this shift in an already competitive job market, it’s critical to understand how AI is shaping hiring and workplace expectations.
The global AI recruitment market is expected to exceed $1.1 billion by 2030, said Jack Jarrett, a human resources and talent consultant. For development professionals, this signals a growing demand for people who can interpret AI outputs and apply these for real-world impact, he added.
According to Dr. Alok I. Ranjan, a global development career coach and AI generalist, “Development now needs bridge professionals; those who can connect technology, policy, and empathy.” He believes that success will favor those who ensure technology amplifies, rather than replaces, core development values.