India’s tech sector sees surge in women workforce by 2027: TeamLease Digital
NEW DELHI, INDIA — India’s technology sector is on the cusp of a major demographic transformation, with women expected to account for 14.9% of the workforce by 2027, up from 10.8% in 2022.
This projection, reported by TeamLease Digital, highlights the growing emphasis on diversity and inclusion within the industry. Currently, 1.92 million women are employed in tech roles, and this number is set to grow significantly over the next three years.
The expansion of global capability centers (GCCs) is a key driver of this growth. By 2027, women are projected to make up 35% of the workforce in these innovation hubs, which are pivotal to digital transformation and technological advancements in India.
Emerging opportunities for women in tech
The increasing demand for skilled professionals in India’s tech industry is creating new opportunities for women across several high-growth domains:
Data science and analytics
With businesses relying on data-driven strategies, roles such as data scientists and machine learning (ML) engineers are becoming more accessible to women. These positions allow them to lead innovation through predictive analytics and advanced business intelligence techniques.
Cybersecurity
As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, job postings for cybersecurity roles have surged by 14% between September 2023 and September 2024. Women are excelling as security analysts and ethical hackers, safeguarding critical digital infrastructures.
Cloud computing
Cloud adoption is accelerating rapidly, with the workforce expected to surpass 2 million by 2027. Women are thriving as cloud architects and DevOps engineers, driving business continuity and digital transformation initiatives.
AI and ML
AI adoption is growing at an annual rate of 28%, with further expansion expected between 2024 and 2026. Women are stepping into leadership roles as AI researchers and ML engineers, shaping intelligent systems and automation processes.
UX/UI design
Women are leading the charge in creating seamless digital experiences as UX/UI designers, leveraging tools like Figma and Adobe XD to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction.
Closing the gender gap in tech
The projected rise in women’s workforce participation underscores a crucial opportunity to bridge the gender gap in India’s tech sector, one of the fastest-growing industries globally. Companies investing in innovation and diversity are paving the way for women to play a transformative role in shaping India’s digital future.
This shift not only reflects progress toward gender parity but also unlocks the potential of a diverse workforce to drive innovation and economic growth in India’s rapidly evolving technology landscape.
