Pyramid or Diamond?
Indian IT Brace for
Structural Change

India, March 30, 2025 – In an exclusive feature by Business Standard, Rohit Kedia, CEO of Xoriant, shares his perspective on the significant structural shift underway in India’s IT services industry. With automation and AI accelerating across the board, companies are rethinking how they build and scale talent. The long-standing pyramid model—built on a broad base of fresh graduates—is giving way to a diamond-shaped structure that emphasizes a stronger, more experienced mid-layer of engineers.

Rohit highlights the need for companies to invest in reskilling and to redefine what makes a successful new-age software engineer. As he explains, “Those that invest in reskilling and have clarity on what a new software engineer should deliver will stay competitive.”

The article also explores the broader impact of automation and GenAI on engineering roles. As more coding tasks become automated, companies are revisiting their hiring strategies and cost models. The focus is shifting toward high-value work, supported by talent that brings immediate impact. For firms like Xoriant, this change brings an opportunity to rethink delivery models, drive productivity, and help clients succeed in a fast-evolving technology environment.

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