The Rise of the Machines? Huge Growth in Artificial Intelligence Jobs in Britain

The number jobs in artificial intelligence (AI) in the UK has risen dramatically in the last three years, according to the world's biggest job site Indeed. Since 2014 the number of available AI roles in Britain has increased by 485% – representing a significant spike in demand for employees with the appropriate skills for the job. Yet Indeed's data also reveals there are over two times as many AI jobs available than there are suitable applicants, with a ratio of 2.3 roles available per candidate searching in the last quarter. Interest in AI roles has risen more steadily by 178% in the past three and a half years, not quite high enough to meet the fivefold surge in postings. The popularity of software in innovations including smart home devices and customer service chat bots demonstrate how the industry is developing at pace.