Uber is planning two large technology centres in Bengaluru and Hyderabad, targeting completion by 2027. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi announced the move during a Bengaluru town hall on 14 May, as Uber increases investments in digital infrastructure, logistics, and mobility. The company says it will hire more technical talent for roles spanning back-end infrastructure, autonomous vehicle work, and generative AI. Uber also plans to partner with the Adani Group to build its first Indian data centre, expected to be operational by 2026, alongside a $330 million investment in its local subsidiary.
Hiring at major engineering campuses like BITS Pilani and multiple NITs looks steady to stronger for the Class of 2026, with more recruiters, higher salaries, and a rise in pre-placement offers. Demand is being pulled by core engineering, electronics, semiconductors, and also banking, consulting, and analytics, even as overall IT hiring continues to lag.
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A new study warns of a widening AI confidence-capability gap among India’s engineering workforce. Many engineers believe they are ready for AI roles, yet few have strong hands-on practical skills. That mismatch is complicating hiring and could stall careers. Women engineers face extra hurdles, including work-life pressures and limited mentoring, prompting firms to favor proven capability over self-assessment.
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