New Delhi, May 14 -- Employers are keen on hiring tech pros skilled in artificial intelligence rather than traditional coding, even as roles diminish in project management, data analysis and content marketing, a Mint+Shine Talent Insights study found.

The study, based on responses from 1,300 job seekers and 251 HR executives in the January-March period, reflects the changing landscape of skills sought by Indian companies.

"29% survey respondents reported a decline in demand for traditional coding roles compared to last year. Entry-level coding and support jobs may decline, but high-value, AI-assisted engineering and product roles are on the rise," the study said.

Despite the crests and troughs in the job market, the IT sector remained ...