InMobi CEO Predicts 80% Automation in Software Coding by Year-End, Warns of Job Cuts
InMobi CEO Predicts 80% Automation in Software Coding by Year-End, Warns of Job Losses
InMobi founder and CEO Naveen Tewari has issued a stark warning for tech professionals, revealing that his company is on track to achieve 80% automation in software coding by the end of 2025. Speaking at an event hosted by LetsVenture, an early-stage investment platform, Tewari emphasized the rapid transformation AI is bringing to the industry, cautioning software engineers about potential job losses.
AI-Driven Coding Transformation at InMobi
During the discussion with LetsVenture CEO Shanti Mohan, Tewari stated that InMobi’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO) has already led the company to achieve 50% automation in software development, with the figure expected to rise to 80% by year-end. He highlighted the increasing efficiency of AI-generated code, stating that machine-created software is not only faster and superior but also capable of self-correction.
“My software engineers will go away. They will not have jobs within two years,” Tewari said, underlining the drastic impact AI is having on traditional coding roles.
A Call for Professionals to Upgrade Skills
Tewari urged professionals to take charge of their career development and adapt to the changing landscape. “Upgrade yourself, don’t ask me to upgrade you. Because this is survival. The world underneath you is shifting,” he warned.
His comments align with a growing sentiment in the industry that AI is disrupting even highly specialized roles, requiring employees to enhance their skill sets to remain relevant.
Impact of AI on Investors
Beyond software engineers, Tewari also pointed out that investors are at risk of displacement by AI-powered decision-making models. He noted that these AI models are increasingly capable of making strategic investment choices, with human psychology being the only aspect they struggle to replicate.
“If you’re good at reading people, then you have a job. But most investors are not good at reading people. They’re good at business models,” he remarked.
InMobi’s AI-First Approach and Growth Strategy
InMobi, a SoftBank-backed enterprise, has been aggressively adopting AI across its business operations. The company operates through two subsidiaries:
- InMobi Ads – A B2B advertising technology firm.
- Glance – A consumer technology company offering smart lock screen solutions for Android smartphones.
As part of its AI expansion strategy, Glance recently announced a strategic partnership with Google Cloud to develop generative AI (GenAI) solutions for smartphones worldwide.
In a significant move to accelerate AI development, InMobi secured $100 million in debt financing from MARS Growth Capital in September 2024. The investment underscores the company’s commitment to AI-driven transformation.
The Future of AI in Business
Tewari has consistently emphasized that businesses must transition to AI-first models to stay competitive. “By now, you are either going to be a GenAI-led company, or you will not survive. It is a winner-takes-most market, and early players will have a disproportionate advantage,” he stated in an earlier interview with ET.
As AI continues to reshape industries, companies like InMobi are doubling down on automation, setting new benchmarks for software development and business decision-making.
