19 Oct 2021 | 5 mins
Overview

 

  • Jobs in information technology and computer science aren’t just reserved for resident computer geeks who live in their mum’s basement, eyes glued to a screen all day.
  • The IT industry actually covers a wide range of creative and dynamic jobs.
  • Little did you know, one of these roles could be perfect for you! In fact, creative jobs aren’t just limited to ‘artists’ or ‘designers’. 
  • Here is our count for five unique jobs in IT:

 

1. Virtual Reality (VR) Developer

Really take the opportunity to impress the parents here and turn all that time you’ve spent gaming, into passion for an epic career in Virtual Reality (That’ll show them)

A few years ago, VR jobs practically didn’t exist. Nowadays, VR is the fastest-growing area of the tech industry! If you’ve got knowledge of gameplay and game platforms, you could innovate the VR world by creating insane simulated environments that immerse the user with as many senses as possible, such as vision, hearing, touch and even smell.

VR can be a tool for social good as well!

2. Cybersecurity Expert

As new technologies emerge, so do the number of security threats online (for real these are becoming something else), It’s a no from me. Organisations are spending more and more bank hiring employees to be their line of defence when it comes to keeping their data secure. Not all heroes wear capes, right?

As a cybersecurity expert, you’d be employed by organisations to protect computer and networking systems from cyber-attacks and hackers. Not to mention, this job makes the dosh! According to a 2018 report by CSO², Australia only has 7% of the cybersecurity expertise that it needs, and as a result, the average salary for a cybersecurity expert has gone from $117,000 all the way up to $239,000. (now we are talking😱🤑)

3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer

When you think of AI, your brain probably summons images of The Terminator, Blade Runner and Wall-E. In reality, robots are just one of the many elements to Artificial Intelligence. In fact, AI is being utilised for social good more than anything.

AI is being used for estimating the concentrations of bushfire smoke across the world and its global health burden. Wearable technologies are being developed to detect changes in the way people walk in order to prevent diabetes-induced amputations. A system is being created that simulates drumming in real-time to accompany improvised, musical performances!

AI is obviously making some mind-bending feats and changing the world. Because of this, more and more industries are looking towards automating certain aspects of the workforce, making AI Engineers high in demand! Let’s get changing the world with AI!

4. Mobile Application Developer

Have a revolutionary app in mind? (I always seem to think I do too) Mobile app development might be the perfect fit for you.

Fancy creating an app like Maps, except it always leads drivers to an available park. (Lifesaver!) Maybe you could create a picture translation app where users can translate text from images, text boards, objects, and files, into any preferred language.

You could be the creator of an app as big as Tik Tok, Snapchat, Instagram, Uber, Duolingo, Depop or Shazam… The world is your oyster!

Essentially, mobile app developers contribute to the design, testing, release and support of applications. They are generally employed by retailers, the healthcare sector and the travel and tourism industry.

5. Cloud Architect

Sorry, but imagine saying that you’re a ‘Cloud Architect. That just sounds magical. ☁️ (“my Wife is a cloud Architect” I like how that rolls of the tongue)

In the past, companies would typically store their data in large physical databases or even hire database firms, but today, they turn to cloud storage as a low-cost and effective means of storing data. This is where cloud engineers come in, who are tasked with all aspects of cloud computing, including management, maintenance, design and planning.

Trust us there are many more super cool careers where these came from! Continue exploring our Tech expo to learn how you can take your skills in IT to the next level.