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5 most commonly asked questions about a career in Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Pratyusha Tripathy by Pratyusha Tripathy
February 25, 2022
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Are you excited about the rapidly emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) field? With AI being the talk of the town, do you want to launch a career in Artificial Intelligence (AI) but are unsure where to start? Even if you are not planning to start a career right now, we are sure you are curious to learn more to clear your doubts regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI).

So, to provide you with in-depth knowledge and to help you make an informed decision, we will address some of the most frequently asked questions about a career in Artificial Intelligence (AI) in this article.

The article is based on the inputs from a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the field of AI. 

So, now that everything is clear; let’s get into the 5 FAQs regarding a career in AI.

Q. What is the scope of AI in 2022 in terms of career opportunities and future growth?

A: For the past five years, AI and its advanced fields such as Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Data Science have been in great demand in the market, and this trend will continue in 2022. The demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) professionals is gradually increasing as the use of automation increases. With the government’s digitization efforts and the growth of AI start-ups and companies, the demand for AI professionals will continue to grow at a rapid pace in India.

Q. What kind of job roles can one look for in AI applications in different industry sectors?

A: Major industries such as Agriculture, Healthcare, Finance, Natural Language Processing, E-commerce, Gaming, Manufacturing, and IT are leveraging AI. So, AI-related job roles are spread across various industries making it convenient for you to select your path after acquiring all the right skill sets in the field. Among all the job roles, some are currently in high demand. Here are the job roles that you should consider applying for if you have the expertise,

  • AI Engineer
  • Embedded AI Engineer
  • Data Analysts
  • Data Scientist
  • RPA Engineer
  • Game Developer
  • AI-driven App developers
  • Robot Engineer
  • Automated or Driverless Vehicle Engineers

Q. Is it necessary to have a coding background to learn AI? How to get started with AI?

A: To this question, the answer is definitely yes. If you want to work in the field of Artificial Intelligence, you’ll need to know how to code. AI is a subset of Computer Science that employs high-level algorithms, statistics, and coding techniques. With the help of code, you will be instilling intelligence into systems. Strong coding skills and a desire to learn to code are prerequisites for a career in the field.

As your first step into the AI world, you can start learning Python and also parallelly start understanding basic Computer Science algorithms. There are various courses available that are specially designed to help aspirants build the right skill set starting from the fundamentals. Major EdTech platforms are offering programmes on AI and Emerging Technologies to help you build the right skills and expertise in the field. 

Career in Artificial Intelligence (AI)Q. What are some of the key skills that a person must acquire to build a career in Artificial Intelligence (AI)?

A: Today, the career opportunities in AI are so vast and versatile that the demand for skilled professionals is outpacing the supply. As a result, obtaining the necessary skills will assist you in securing a promising career in the industry. Here are a few skills that you must acquire before applying for a job in AI, 

  • Proper understanding of Computing
  • Cloud-based computing
  • Algorithms – AI, ML, DL, Data Science
  • Linear algebra and statistics
  • Programming languages- Python, R, Java, C++

Along with the technical skills, you must have the following soft skills to build a career in AI,

  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Creativity
  • Critical thinking
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Decision making
  • Leadership

Q. Which companies are hiring more professionals with AI skills? What would be the future roadmap for a person if he/she wants to launch their career in Artificial Intelligence (AI)?

A: Skilled AI professionals have been in high demand for the past five years. AI is being applied in various industries, from drug development to the creation of a smart air conditioner, and it will continue in the future. Every major corporation now has an AI division or vertical. Firms like Google, Facebook, Uber, and Microsoft, in addition to big service-based companies like TCS, Infosys, Accenture, and Cognizant are on a recruiting binge to meet their demand.

As an AI Developer, Embedded Developer, Machine Learning Engineer, or Junior Data Scientist, you can advance to become an AI/ML Architect, Deep Learning Engineer, Senior Data Scientists, and CTO or AI Practice Head by joining one of these organizations. AI will not only find you a job but will also assist you in developing a career with a good salary and job satisfaction.

Did you get your answers related to a career in AI? If not then you can write to us at contact@ nationalskillsnetwork.com with all your queries. Also, you can read our article on Is AI a good career choice? Here’s why AI skills should be on the top of your list in 2022.

The rest is up to you now that you’ve gotten the majority of your answers. Yes, mastering AI-related skills, which you can learn through any of the AI courses, will require a significant amount of effort. However, you will have guaranteed employment in the field if you put in the necessary effort and learn all of the relevant skills.

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