Linux Talent in Huge Demand, Says Linux Foundation

According to results gathered via the Linux Foundation and Dice Holdings, Linux talent is in serious demand in the tech field, and having some can help you land a better-paying position. It’s stated that a staggering 81% of recruiters consider Linux experience to be a priority, and that more hires made within the next six months will cater more towards Linux talent than other things.

In the published report, it’s also being said that 85% of hiring managers find Linux talent hard to come by – something that intrigues me given the sheer amount of Linux found in IT environments. At the same time, about 1/3 of companies pay more for those with Linux experience under their belt.

So where has this demand come from? Of the over 2,000 companies interviewed, 48% stated that their use of Linux was growing and that in-house support is needed more than ever, while 30% claim that Linux has become the core of their business. In another upside for Linux, 27% of companies are working to transition over to the OS from others.

The report isn’t horribly in-depth, but it’s well worth taking a look at if you either work in the IT field or are planning to. Never hurts to brush up on your Linux skills, right?