According to an article recently published by Sahin Fard in “The Developer“, Data Scientist, Information Security Analyst, Web Developer, Software Developer and Data Engineer, are the fastest growing tech jobs currently.
Software Developers jobs are expected to have 20% increase in demand throughout the rest of the decade. Demand for experienced software developers far exceeds the number of available, making this an employee’s market; as such, software developers can expect to earn around $120k.
In the case of Web Developers the author interestingly notes “There was a time in the early days of digital when simply having a website was enough to get a product to the world. However, in a day when digital is a central part of most organizations’ growth strategies, web design is increasingly important. As a result, there is increasing focus on UX and UI in a bid for businesses to make their product or service stand out from the rest. The BLS predicts a 30% growth in web developer jobs and although they typically earn less than data scientists and information security analysts, web development is a great career choice for creatives with a technical flair. “
The author notes that “More and more people are considering a career in tech; it is just that the increase in demand is outstripping the increase in supply. There are several reasons to seek a tech job: the average tech salary is high compared to other professions; it is something that can feasibly be done without a college degree; and thanks to the talent gap, employers are offering competitive packages which are more than enough to lure the best candidates.”
The information comes from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), which notes that, at a time of home and hybrid working, global job opportunities mean that those seeking tech jobs have more choices than ever.
The author also notes that disseminating the different roles available, comparing company ethos, career trajectories and packages can be a challenge even for the most proficient data scientist, so it is understandable that tech job hunters make rash decisions, or accept the first offer that comes their way. He suggests that, by working with a recruitment specialist, one can help oneself to get access to all the information they need to make an informed choice. Whether one decides to go it alone or consult a tech recruitment agency, they should remember that this is their market, so take should take time and do research to help them land the best job.