Despite fears that AI will reduce software engineering jobs, the demand for developers is actually growing as AI tools enable more software to be produced, shifting engineers' roles toward overseeing AI-driven coding and focusing on software design. Companies are increasing hiring, especially for junior engineers skilled in AI, and experts emphasize that the field's evolution requires adaptability, but does not signal a decline in job opportunities.
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/04/08/tech/ai-software-developer-jobs