More than 4,700 jobs in London's Tech City are currently unfilled, further highlighting what many people believe is a genuine skills gap in the UK.<br><br>
The number of job openings in the UK has increased by 44%, with software developers most in demand. The figures were released on the eve of the <a target="_blank" href="Silicon">https://www.siliconmilkroundabout.com/">Silicon Milkroundabout</a> tech job fair, which took place on 16th and 17th November.<br><br>
This means that the opportunity is there for skilled developers and graduates; however, it is becoming a legitimate struggle for businesses to find the right talent, especially in the case of some start-ups.<br><br>
According to the latest data, technology represents one of the least competitive job sectors within the UK, with more jobs available than applicants.<br><br>
A lot of the criticism has been levelled at the graduate IT market itself, where employers are keen to look at candidates who have specific coding skill sets but are not always keen to take on new graduates.<br><br>
On the other hand, of course, the gap is representative of a boom phase within the UK tech industry, partly fuelled by the government's backing of the Tech City area. The London region appears to be representative of the UK jobs market overall in that whilst companies are struggling to fill vacancies, there is definitely opportunity for skilled computing professionals available. This is especially the case for those looking to develop their skills further.<br><br>
Whether working for some of the top London banks or for some of the UK's most exciting startups, there are opportunities out there for skilled ICT professionals.