Experienced tech professionals see stronger demand despite layoffs: Toptal report
The Indian Express
Despite widespread tech layoffs, experienced technology professionals are seeing increased demand as companies prioritize senior talent with deep domain expertise and practical AI implementation skills over junior roles. Toptal's Q2 2026 report highlights that the market strength score for these skilled workers rose significantly year-over-year, particularly in high-growth areas like finance consulting, data science, and product management. This shift reflects a broader industry trend toward smaller, highly specialized teams capable of leveraging agentic AI rather than relying on volume hiring.
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