If you’re looking to level up your career or simply want a change of pace, there are a lot of new, promising jobs in Canada that you should know about.<\/p>\n
LinkedIn released its annual “Jobs on the Rise” list on Wednesday, revealing the fastest-growing roles in Canada for the past three years.<\/p>\n
According to the networking and job search site’s research, more than half of professionals around the world (52 per cent) plan to job-hunt this year, yet nearly 80 per cent don’t feel prepared.<\/p>\n
The ranking shows how AI is reshaping the employment landscape, and if you\u2019re trying to stay ahead, it’s a great starting point.<\/p>\n
“This year’s list points to continued momentum in both technical and strategic AI roles, including AI engineers and AI consultants, alongside infrastructure-focused roles like commissioning managers,” reads the report. “The rise of founders also signals a shift toward self-employment as professionals navigate uncertainty.”<\/p>\n
Here are the top five fastest-growing jobs in Canada, including insights on key skills, hiring hotspots, and more.<\/p>\n
1. AI engineers<\/p>\n
Job description: Artificial intelligence engineers develop and implement AI models that perform complex tasks typically requiring human decision-making, like problem-solving and prediction.<\/p>\n
Most common skills: LangChain, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Large Language Models (LLM)
Most common industries: Technology and Internet, IT Services and IT Consulting, Business Consulting and Services
Where the most jobs are: Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver
Current gender distribution: 21 per cent female, 79 per cent male
Median years of prior experience: 2.8
Top roles transitioned from: Software Engineer, Data Scientist, Full Stack Engineer
Flexible work availability: 29.1 per cent remote, 38.1 per cent hybrid<\/p>\n
2. AI consultants and strategists<\/p>\n
Job description: Artificial intelligence consultants and strategists help organizations plan and implement AI technologies to improve operations and reach their goals.
Most common skills: Large Language Models (LLM), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning
Most common industries: Technology and Internet, IT Services and IT Consulting, Business Consulting and Services
Where the most jobs are: Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver
Current gender distribution: 28 per cent female, 72 per cent male
Median years of prior experience: 6.8
Top roles transitioned from: Software Engineer, Data Scientist, Founder
Flex work availability: 21.4 per cent remote, 41.1 per cent hybrid<\/p>\n
3. Power systems engineers<\/p>\n
Job description: Power systems engineers design and evaluate electrical systems to ensure power is delivered safely and reliably.
Most common skills: ETAP, Digsilent, PSCAD
Most common industries: Appliances and Electrical Manufacturing, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, Electric Power Transmission
Where the most jobs are: Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary
Current gender distribution: 24 per cent female, 76 per cent male
Median years of prior experience: 3.9
Top roles transitioned from: Electrical Engineer, System Analyst, Construction Management Specialist
Flex work availability: 34.4 per cent hybrid<\/p>\n
4. AI\/ML researchers<\/p>\n
Job description: Artificial intelligence\/machine learning researchers design and test new models and algorithms, using the results to improve AI systems.
Most common skills: PyTorch, Deep Learning, Computer Vision
Most common industries: Technology and Internet, Higher Education, Research Services
Where the most jobs are: Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver
Current gender distribution: 27 per cent female, 73 per cent male
Median years of prior experience: 2.4
Top roles transitioned from: Software Engineer, Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer
Flex work availability: 27.3 per cent remote, 54.6 per cent hybrid<\/p>\n
5. Commissioning managers<\/p>\n
Job description: Commissioning managers lead the testing and validation of complex construction and engineering projects, ensuring systems are safe, fully functional and perform as intended.
Most common skills: Electrical Testing, Piping and Instrumentation Drawing, Project Engineering
Most common industries: Oil and Gas, Engineering Services, Business Consulting and Services
Where the most jobs are: Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver
Current gender distribution: 12 per cent female, 88 per cent male
Median years of prior experience: 5.4
Top roles transitioned from: Project Manager, Electrical Technician, Maintenance Engineer
Flex work availability: 24.6 per cent hybrid<\/p>\n
Here is the full list of 15 jobs on the rise in Canada this year:<\/p>\n
AI engineers
\nAI consultants and strategists
\nPower systems engineers
\nAI\/ML researchers
\nCommissioning managers
\nChief product officers
\nClinical services managers
\nFraud investigators
\nConstruction managers
\nFounders\/Entrepreneurs
\nCar sales managers
\nCardiologists
\nIT support specialists
\nPsychotherapists
\nDatabase analysts<\/p>\n