How is the AI/ML job market shaping up, and what are recruiters actively looking for?

With rapid advancements across generative AI, vision models, and applied ML, I’d love to hear perspectives from recruiters and engineers currently in the space: Which specific skill sets are seeing the highest demand right now (e.g., applied LLM/VLM engineering, traditional ML, MLOps, or full-stack integration)? How are hiring bars shifting for entry-level vs. experienced AI roles? What types of projects or proof-of-work actually stand out on a candidate's resume today?