The skills in demand by Australian employers are changing rapidly, according to research by LinkedIn.

Cliff Rosenberg, the Australian head of LinkedIn, says the technology disruption is behind the change.

"Our data strongly suggests that tech skills will continue to be most in demand," says Cliff Rosenberg, the Australian head of LinkedIn.

"Our data strongly suggests that tech skills will continue to be most in demand," he says.

"However, professionals also need soft skills to succeed as organisations are looking for well-rounded skill sets."