The broader IT market sees uneven growth
The tech industry gained about 5,100 jobs in February, according to an analysis by CompTIA of jobs numbers released by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
About 5,900 workers were added in IT and custom software services and systems design jobs, CompTIA said.
Job postings referencing AI capabilities have risen sharply in early 2026 as companies build out AI systems, according to data from ManpowerGroup, a workforce consulting firm. “We are seeing more employers embed these skills into hybrid roles that combine software development, data expertise, and systems engineering,” said Kye Mitchell, head of Experis, which is part of ManpowerGroup.
