Upskilling and learning new technology plays an important role in carving out better job opportunities. This was proven true by Jarupula Prem Kumar, a farmer’s son from Warangal district, Telangana, after he enrolled himself in an AI and Machine Learning course. He was able to get a job at TVS Motors with a 100 percent salary hike.
Kumar holds a BTech degree from Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology and worked with TCS as a test data engineer for two years. He was recruited through TCS NINJA campus recruitment.
Kumar was motivated to improve his understanding of the data science and machine learning domain and make utilise of the emerging technologies. He researched online courses and finally picked an AI and Machine Learning course. This course provided him with access to pre-recorded video modules and two-hour live sessions held on weekends in which students could clear their queries. Tests were conducted on the modules every week.
Kumar’s upskilling was instrumental in landing a job at TVS Motors as a data engineer with 100 per cent salary hike. He emphasized on the importance of upskilling in the tech industry to avoid becoming obsolete.
World Economic Forum (WEF) reported that over the next five years, India’s job market is expected to grow by 22 per cent. This growth will be driven by specialists in AI, machine learning, data analysis and scientists.
TVS Motors is renowned automakers in India. It is the third-largest two-wheeler manufacturer in India with a portfolio of two-wheelers and three-wheelers that cover the entire spectrum of categories. Over the past few years, they have worked on new ideas and innovative products like electric vehicles which will help in the future of mobility.
Kumar belongs to a lower-middle class family and his parents are a farmer and a housewife respectively. He believed that upskilling himself was essential to be on top and land better opportunities. He is a great example to motivate others to stay updated with the latest technologies and enhance their career.
