5 Most In-Demand IT Jobs for 2021

IT has long been growing into one of the most demanding and popular industries, and 2021 is no different. Everywhere we look, our lives are impacted by IT jobs and tech work.

With the year coming to an end, let's take a look at what's in store for the upcoming year. Without further ado, here are the 5 most in-demand IT jobs for 2021.

1. Data Scientist

The most in-demand IT job for the upcoming year is data scientist. Data scientists compile, clean, and present data for different organizations. This job is incredibly important because it helps organizations make informed decisions based on the most recent data.

Not only do data scientists interpret data, but they're also incredibly important for machine learning algorithms and coding. Almost all data scientists know how to code in languages like SAS or Python.

Right now, the demand for data science is huge. In 2020 alone, the need for data scientists has increased by 29%, and that need is only growing. Without a data scientist, those industries could not make informed decisions or interpret data correctly. Luckily, data scientists also usually score high in job satisfaction ratings.

2. Big Data Engineer

Another IT job that is expected to increase dramatically in 2021 is the big data engineer. Each day, about 2.5 quintillion bytes of data is generated by online users. Almost 98% of organizations invest in big data and AI to gain insights.

The role of the big data engineer is to plan, design, and manage the development and deployment of the big data applications. Without these applications, it is impossible for organizations to gain insight from the data created online.

In order to be an effective big data architect, you must understand warehouse technologies, Hadoop, NoSQL, and Spark. You also need to have programming, communication, and data visualization skills.

3.  AI Engineer

AI and machine learning engineers are in high demand now and will continue to be in 2021. Most of these engineers spend time training models based on data. Often, this includes training models on natural language processing, image recognition, economic forecasting, and more.

The need for this position is likely to grow over the next coming years as many fields are starting to shift towards automation. With a heightened focus on automation, AI must continue to improve.

4. Information Security Analyst

Information security analysts protect online information from cyber threats. Without these workers, user data and sensitive information could easily be hacked by competitors. Depending on government regulations, information security analysts use varying strategies to keep data safe.

It is no shock that the need for information security analysts is growing. More and more information is stored online or using different technologies, leading to a higher need for protection.

5. Software Architect

Finally, the last IT job in demand for 2021 on our list is the software architect. The role of the software architect is to optimize design choices and dictating technical standards. This includes coding, platforms, and tools. Part of the job also includes identifying customer requirements and hand-on work for prototype development.

Some of the skills required for software architects include data modeling, programming, an extensive understanding of software architecture, and analytics.

Final Thoughts

As the world becomes more and more digitalized and advanced, the need for smart and effective members of the IT community will only grow. In 2021, it is expected that more data scientists, big data engineers, AI engineers, information security analysts, and software architects will be needed.

Whether you have skills that meet the criteria for the previously mentioned IT jobs, or you're looking to add top talent, contact Bear Staffing. Bear Staffing is a leading staffer for IT companies and employers.


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