Swiss companies will pay most for AI expertise next year, according to a new salary guide from recruiter Robert Half
An AI-savvy engineering manager can expect around CHF 170,000 a year, AI data architects CHF 144,000, and chief financial officers top the list at CHF 277,500.
Zurich-based professionals earn roughly 10% more than the national average, while Geneva pays about 6% more.
Almost half of employers say they are prepared to exceed their planned salary thresholds to secure top talent — rising to 53% in IT.
Women's pay rose faster than men's across all sectors in 2025, up an average 2.3%.
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