Job postings for AI-related roles at major US banks surged 49% in 2025 to 139,819 listings, according to an analysis by enterprise hiring data firm Draup. The fastest-growing skill is AI agent orchestration, with references jumping 1,721%. Banks are moving beyond chatbots to autonomous agents, creating demand for forward-deployed engineers who combine technical abilities with domain knowledge. Generative AI managers command a median base salary of roughly $190,000, but filling these specialized roles remains a challenge. Major banks are turning to internal reskilling programs to train existing developers and domain experts as they build out their AI capabilities.
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