Top 5 highest paying IT jobs in 2020

We don’t know what the future holds, but we do know this: The future is in tech. Here some of the best payed jobs during this year.

November is here, and while this year may not be the best for the economy, the tech jobs market is one thing going totally right. Here the top 5 Highest Paying IT Jobs in 2020

1. Data Scientist

This involves collecting the data from various sources, cleaning it to ensure accuracy and then using various data models and algorithms to analyze the data. After that, the data scientist may use data visualization techniques to convey the findings to company officials.

Some of the skills required for a Data Scientist are knowledge of statistical analysis, knowledge of programming languages such as Python, SQL, etc. as well as good data intuition and business acumen.

The average base pay for a Data Scientist is $141,000 per year.

2. IoT Solutions Architect

The IoT Solutions Architect is responsible for the development of practical IoT solutions and applications using IoT technology. In essence, the IoT Solutions Architect handles the development of the whole IoT ecosystem. This can involve making abstract IoT ideas more concrete, helping with interdepartmental IOT constructs and so on.

Some of the skills required for an IoT Solutions Architect are knowledge of machine learning, good programming skills, knowledge of hardware architecture as well as knowledge about the IoT solutions.

The average pay for an IoT Solutions Architect is $133,000 per year.

3. Software Engineer

Software Engineering is an important part of the industrial cycle, especially in current times when software innovations are at their peak. The Software Engineer interacts with the clients and then designs, develops, maintains and tests the computer software created. This requires a keen understanding of software architecture. Also, software prototypes are developed by the Software Engineer using the customer requirements to ensure the quality of the design.

Some of the skills required for a Software Engineer are technical knowledge, good analytical and programming skills as well as some communication and management skills.

The average pay for a Software Engineer is $130,000 per year.

4. Blockchain Engineer

BlockChain is a newer invention in the world. It is a relatively recent concept that uses records (or blocks) linked using cryptography. The BlockChain Engineer develops and implements digital solutions using the BlockChain technology. So the system architecture, decentralized applications, etc. can be constructed by BlockChain Engineers.

Some of the skills required for a BlockChain Engineer are a thorough knowledge of various technologies that are used in Bitcoin, Ripple, Etherium, as well as analytical skills and attention to detail.

The average pay for a BlockChain Engineer is $130,000 per year.

5. DevOps Engineer

The DevOps engineer handles the deployment and network operations of an organization by overseeing the code releases. This involves handling the deployment model, managing the resources for provisioning, monitoring the release performance, etc.

Some of the skills required for a DevOps Engineer are good coding and scripting skills as well as knowledge of DevOps tools such as Gradle, Git, Jenkins, etc. Also, knowledge of Linux or Unix system administration is required.

The average pay for a DevOps Engineer is $123,000 per year.