Most in-demand UK tech jobs: Opportunities in a shifting market

The tech industry has seen significant change in recent years, with restructuring and high-profile layoffs making headlines. But behind the headlines, the story is more complex, and more positive, for technology professionals.

While some roles were lost, particularly in non-technical areas such as operations and administration, demand for skilled technology talent has continued to outpace supply. In fact,  94% of tech employers believe there is an industry-wide skills shortage. For professionals with the right expertise, this presents a unique opportunity to secure rewarding roles and advance their careers.

This means there is a unique opportunity for you to secure your next job in tech, with Marks Sattin supporting your career progression and making it an enjoyable experience at every step of the way. Here’s what you need to know to leverage your skills and experience and evolve your career: 

Are tech jobs stable? 

Despite widespread concern, most layoffs in recent years were not in technical roles. Instead, companies are working harder than ever to retain tech talent, offering stronger job security and benefits.

Organisations hiring for IT vacancies are struggling to fill positions. Hiring continues to outpace firing and this is what we would like to highlight. On average, the number of people let go was typically between 5 and 6%. 

“There are increasingly opportunities for IT jobs outside traditional tech companies, so it’s important to look beyond just the tech provider community to truly grasp the state of the tech talent crunch.” - Mbula Schoen, Senior Director Analyst at Gartner

Tech jobs in industries to look out for 

The UK Cleantech space is an exciting area which is set to grow in investment in the coming years. Cleantech outperformed VC investment trends in 2022, highlighting how the industry is set to play a crucial role in shaping the future. 

The Global RegTech Market size is expected to reach $22.3 billion by 2027, rising at a market growth of 19.8% compound annual growth rate. Regulations are constantly changing meaning more job opportunities in this space. 

Morgan Stanley’s Q3 Chief Information Survey found that 15% of executives in the industry viewed security software as the least likely to reduce spend, and no executives reported that it was likely to see cuts. Infosec has proven to be one of the most resilient categories of enterprise software in the current economic climate. 

There are countless opportunities for professionals looking to break into these industries. Here at Marks Sattin, we have a proven track record spanning over 30 years of providing a service that is perfectly tailored to our tech community and their specific needs. 

Most in-demand tech jobs in the UK 

LinkedIn’s annual Jobs on the Rise list revealed the top 25 job roles which are the most in-demand in the UK. Of these 25 for 2025, 12 were in the technology industry, illustrating the unwavering demand for technology professionals. 

Here are the 6 most in-demand tech jobs in the UK: 

• AI and machine learning engineers
• Data analysts and scientists
• DevOps
• Cyber security 
• Full stack developers
• Cloud engineers

Whatever stage you are at in your career, whatever industries you may be interested in, and whatever roles you are searching for - we are committed to providing a high level of service so you can land your dream job. 

New opportunities are being created 

The government is actively encouraging businesses to come to the UK through the Global Investment Summit. 

The Summit will bring 200+ CEOs of multinational companies and investment corporations to showcase the UK as a world-leading investment destination with a focus on innovation, research and development. The aim is to raise billions of pounds of high-value investment to create thousands of jobs across the UK. 

Find your next tech role with Marks Sattin 

Your next opportunity in the ever-evolving world of technology awaits. Explore our open technology roles now.