Jakarta – Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft, has identified three professions that he believes will remain indispensable even with the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI). These roles, he suggests, require uniquely human capabilities that AI currently cannot replicate.
Gates highlighted the enduring importance of professionals in fields such as Biologists, Data Scientists, and Crisis Management specialists. He emphasized that while AI can assist in data analysis, the critical thinking, intuition, and creativity inherent in human researchers are crucial for groundbreaking discoveries and hypothesis generation, particularly in fields like medicine.
The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 corroborates the growing demand for skills aligned with Gates’ predictions. Professions like Big Data Specialists, AI and Machine Learning experts, Software and Submission Developers, and Environmental and Renewable Energy Engineers are projected to experience significant net growth globally between 2025 and 2030.
In Indonesia, companies are prioritizing roles that facilitate buisness transformation and industry evolution.Key positions identified include AI and Machine Learning specialists, Big Data Specialists, and Business Growth Professionals. This trend underscores the importance of aligning educational pursuits with future workforce demands to navigate a dynamic job market.