Core Insights - The report indicates a year-on-year increase of 11% in job postings within the artificial intelligence sector in Q3, reflecting a dual growth in supply and demand [1] - Significant growth in demand for key positions such as algorithm engineers, data annotators/AI trainers, and AI product managers, with AI product manager roles seeing a remarkable 178% increase in recruitment [1] - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 300 employees account for over 80% of AI industry job postings [1] Salary Insights - The average monthly salary for AI product managers nationwide is 19,459 yuan, with Hangzhou offering the highest average salary of 28,659 yuan for this role [1] - Algorithm engineer positions have the highest educational requirements, with nearly 90% of roles requiring a bachelor's degree or higher, while data annotator/AI trainer roles show greater educational inclusivity, with 45% of positions requiring only an associate degree [1] Regional Distribution - Beijing leads the nation in recruitment demand for algorithm engineers, data annotators/AI trainers, and AI product managers [1] - The talent pool is characterized by a younger demographic, with 80% to 90% of job seekers in core AI positions being under the age of 35 [1] Talent Ecosystem - The acceleration of AI technology across various industries is attracting talent from diverse professional backgrounds, contributing to a more diversified talent ecosystem in the artificial intelligence field [1]