Here Are The Top Five Tech Careers Of The Future

Before the coronavirus epidemic, AI, machine learning, data analytics, and cloud computing had grown fast for decades. In just seven months, they have become important in today’s society amid the worldwide health crisis.

The driving force behind these technological adaptations has increased demand dramatically for employment and people with the skills and knowledge to suit the needs of digitally transformed businesses and sectors.

Since 2015, the demand for AI capabilities has more than doubled, with Indeed reporting 119 percent more job ads in 2018.

The University of the Witwatersrand’s School of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics’ undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs help students develop the skills, knowledge, and personality needed to succeed in this new technology era.

Recently appointed Vice-Chancellor Designate Zeblon Vilakazi wants to turn Wits University into an innovation hub and provide world-changing innovations like MIT in the US.

He stated, “We need to continue to develop the originators, innovators and critical thinkers who can help us solve the problems of the 21st century”

What positions should you search for in AI, data science, or software development? What skills are needed for employment? Expect what kind of pay? Check out some of the top tech careers that are changing the industry (in no particular order):

1. Robotics engineer

Robotics engineers must constantly analyze, reevaluate, configure, test, and maintain prototypes, robotic components, integrated softwares, and machines for the manufacturing, mining, and automotive service industries as technology evolves rapidly. Technical work takes patience and logic.

Modern technologies will certainly help society and industry function in new and inventive ways, especially in healthcare, in the next years.

What degree do you need? A master’s in robotics or computer science will give you the skills, knowledge, and experience to enter robotics engineering.

2. Cloud engineer

Cloud computing has grown essential for remote workers in recent months. At the same time, companies are scrambling to hire people who can move processes, build infrastructure, and handle cloud jobs.

Cloud engineers may be called solutions architects, cloud developers, or sysops engineers. Though their duties and responsibilities vary, cloud engineers plan, monitor, and maintain an organization’s cloud infrastructure, such as Google Cloud, Microsoft 365, and Slack.

What degree do you need? Most IT jobs demand a postgraduate degree and relevant professional experience. The MSc in Computer Science at Wits University offers electives in high-performance computing and scientific data management, robotics, adaptive computation and machine learning, multi-agent systems, and human computer interface.

3. Data scientist

The ‘sexiest job of the 21st century’, data science roles aren’t new like cloud computing or machine learning engineers, but they’re still the hidden treasure in any organization and will always be.

As companies acquire and use more data daily, demand for trained specialists has surged. Data scientists compile, process, analyze, and present data for organizations to make better decisions in almost every area, from IT to entertainment, manufacturing to healthcare.

In June, six undergraduate students from Wits University’s School of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics (CSAM) and School of Electrical and Information Engineering (EIE) participated in a virtual ISC Student Cluster Competition event with 82 other students from around the world.

They tested and optimized numerous programs used by scientists and researchers to analyze real-time COVID-19 data and global warming. Judges gave students two more advanced coding assignments to test their ability to adapt to artificial intelligence’s fast-changing reality. Wits University placed second.

What degree do you need? A thorough understanding of data science and analytics is essential to succeed in data science. Wits University postgraduate degrees in computational and applied mathematics, data science, and e-science create data-driven knowledge and technological capabilities.

4. UX designer

UX (User eXperience) designers are concerned with the ‘behind-the-scenes’ design of ensuring software, websites, or apps fit the habits, motivations, behaviors, and needs of users. With more businesses turning to digital platforms to promote and sell their products or services, it’s never been more critical to ensure the customer journey and experience is the best it can be.

What degree do you require? A suitable undergraduate degree, such as computer science, is required, and a postgraduate degree is also preferred. Professional experience is also necessary.

5. Machine learning engineer

This branch of artificial intelligence is perfect for computer science enthusiasts who want a fast-paced career.

Machine learning engineers use huge data to construct complicated algorithms to program a machine like a self-driving car or digital voice assistant to execute human duties. With economic forecasting, image recognition, and natural language processing, the computer can learn and improve without human intervention.

What degree do you need? Artificial intelligence and computer science knowledge and a master’s degree are required. The MSc in Artificial Intelligence and MSc in Computational and Applied Mathematics at Wits University offer innovative curricula that teach students data visualization, natural language technology, and computational intelligence to solve problems.