Digital and Tech Skills in Demand in 2025

According to nucamp, 71% of UK tech employers will invest in AI. The use of AI in business operations has become somewhat of a necessity due to its many capabilities, so it’s no surprise that many employers plan to invest in the technology in 2025. Along with AI, there are also several digital and tech skills employers will be seeking throughout 2025; these include Cloud Computing and Cybersecurity. 

Professionals who possess such skills will be in great demand throughout 2025; but what are the other digital and tech skills in demand for 2025? 


Cybersecurity 


In 2025, the UK is projected to see a significant rise in cyber threats, with estimates showing that around 50% of UK businesses experienced some form of cyberattack in 2023. (AAG IT Support). 

Cybersecruity professionals skilled in areas such as risk management, threat detection and cloud security will be in high demand by organisations looking to implement high security measures. 


AI and Machine Learning 


The use of AI in organisations for business practices has skyrocketed in recent years; whether it’s chatbots or machine learning practices predicting trends, AI has proven to be a timely solution for businesses. AI specialists are and will continue to be in demand throughout 2025 to develop and optimise AI solutions for efficiency. 


Development Skills 


Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, alongside web development frameworks, will remain essential. Whilst there has been an increase in more user-friendly website builders such as Wix.com, the need for skilled programmers in various languages continues to be vital in 2025 when building programs and software to meet user needs and demands. 
Among the in-demand programming languages professionals must be familiar with include: Python, Java, Javascript and C#. Web development expertise with frameworks such as React, Angular and Django will be required. 


Data-centric skills 


Data analysis, data science, and data visualisation are expected to be highly sought after in 2025 due to the growing reliance on data-driven decision-making. More organisations are seeking individuals that can: 


•    Extract insights from large datasets
•    Work with tools like SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and R
•    Create visualisations using Power BI, Tableau, or Matplotlib
•    Apply machine learning to data analysis


Cloud Computing 


Cloud computing continues to be an important solution for organisations looking for scalability and efficiency. Platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud are solid options and in 2025 the demand will continue to rise for professionals with expertise in areas such as Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines. 


UI/UX Design


Keeping up with the continuous change in consumer behaviours and demands is a challenge for businesses; and as more users move towards interactions with various software, the need for useable, intuitive, and accessible digital interfaces has become paramount. As a result, talented UX and UI designers are in demand; particularly those with expertise in software and areas such as Figma, Adobe XD, user research, wireframing, and accessibility design principles.


Blockchain and Web3 Technologies 


The rise of decentralised finance (DeFi), NFTs, and smart contracts means that blockchain developers and Web3 engineers will remain relevant in 2025. Those with knowledge of Solidity, Ethereum, and decentralised applications (dApps) will be essential for those entering this emerging field. 
 

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