51Job's 2026 AI Talent Insight shows roughly 80% of AI-related vacancies are in
general AI and algorithm roles; robotics and large models make up the secondary
segments. Median monthly pay for AI roles is 25,340 yuan. Over 40% of roles
require a master's degree or higher and 60% require 5–10 years of
industry-specific experience. Employers are paying premiums for senior hires who
combine technical skill with industry-domain knowledge and the ability to
deliver commercial implementation.
