High-demand careers
One thousand seven hundred and fifty-six careers with growing or fast-growing demand, careers where the underlying employment data shows growing or fast-growing demand, the kind of roles where good people are absorbed quickly and salaries trend upward as the work expands. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 16 of 36 for high-demand careers.
1756 careers in High-demand careers, page 16 of 36
GIS Technicians
Associate's Degree · $55,000
GIS Technicians collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information using GIS software and technology. They create…
Glaciologist / Cryosphere Scientist
Ph.D. in Glaciology, Climate Science, or Geophysics · $82,000
Studies glaciers, ice sheets, permafrost, and sea ice to understand climate change impacts, sea level rise, and polar…
Global HR Manager
Master's Degree · $140,000
Manage HR operations, compliance, and employee relations across multiple countries, ensuring consistent HR practices…
Global Mobility Specialist
Bachelor's degree · $85,000
Manages the relocation of employees for international assignments, ensuring compliance with immigration, tax, and…
Go (Golang) Backend Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $140,000
Develops concurrent backend services using Go; builds microservices and cloud-native applications.
Go (Golang) Developer
Bachelor's degree · $145,000
Develops backend services, cloud infrastructure tools, and distributed systems using Go, leveraging its concurrency…
Government Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Researches, analyzes, and interprets data to provide insights and recommendations on policy, programs, and operations…
Government Property Inspectors and Investigators
Bachelor's Degree · $96,310
Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.
GPU / CUDA Engineer
Bachelor's degree (MS/PhD common) · $200,000
Develops GPU-accelerated software using CUDA, OpenCL, or Vulkan Compute for AI training, scientific computing, graphics…
Graphics Programmer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $155,000
Specializes in graphics rendering; optimizes rendering pipelines and implements visual effects.
GRC Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Develops and implements GRC frameworks, conducts risk assessments, monitors compliance, and reports on the…
GRC Analyst (Governance, Risk & Compliance)
Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, Business, or IT; CRISC, CISA, CGEIT certifications · $88,000
Manages IT governance, risk, and compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, maintaining compliance with…
Green Building Commissioning Agent
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Verify that building systems including HVAC, lighting, controls, and renewable energy are designed, installed, and…
Green Hydrogen Project Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $145,000
Lead the development, permitting, construction, and commissioning of green hydrogen production facilities from…
Grief Counselor
Master's Degree · $60,000
Provide emotional support and guidance to individuals and families coping with loss and grief, helping clients navigate…
Group Fitness Instructor
Postsecondary nondegree award · $45,000
Leads individuals and groups through exercise routines, demonstrating proper form and technique, and motivating…
Group Product Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $210,000
Oversees product strategy across a portfolio of related products or business units. Manages multiple product managers,…
Growth Product Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $135,000
Focuses on product growth and user acquisition strategies. Develops growth experiments, analyzes conversion funnels,…
Guidance Counselor
Master's Degree · $60,000
Guidance counselors help students develop academic and social skills, explore career options, and navigate personal…
Hazardous Materials Specialist
Bachelor's degree · $75,000
Identifies, handles, stores, and disposes of hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and…
Head of Community
Bachelor's Degree · $160,000
Develops and executes comprehensive community strategies to foster engagement, build brand loyalty, and drive growth.…
Head of Content
Bachelor's Degree · $120,000
Leads and oversees all content strategy and creation for an organization, ensuring brand consistency, audience…
Head of Content / VP of Content Marketing
Bachelor's in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or English; MBA valued for VP roles · $155,000
Leads the entire content marketing function, setting content strategy, managing editorial teams, overseeing content…
Head of Corporate Affairs
Bachelor's Degree · $180,000
Develops and executes communication strategies, manages public relations, and oversees corporate social responsibility…
Head of Creative / Creative Director (Studio)
Bachelor's Degree in Film, Design, or Business · $180,000
Leads creative vision for entire studio or production company. Oversees all creative departments and strategic…
Head of Customer Success / VP of Customer Success
Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred) · $210,000
Leads the entire customer success organization, setting strategy for retention, expansion, and customer satisfaction…
Head of Data Science
Master's Degree · $210,000
Lead an organisation's entire data science function, setting strategy, building teams, and ensuring that data science…
Head of Design / VP of Design
Bachelor's degree (Design/HCI; MBA valued) · $220,000
Leads the entire design organization, setting design vision and strategy, managing design managers and ICs,…
Head of Design Operations
Master's Degree · $150,000
Leads and manages the operational aspects of a design team, focusing on optimizing workflows, processes, tools, and…
Head of Developer Relations
Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering · $220,000
Leads the developer relations strategy, managing a team of developer advocates, overseeing developer experience,…
Head of Digital / VP of Digital
Bachelor's degree (MBA common) · $165,000
Leads all digital functions across an organization including digital marketing, e-commerce, digital product, social…
Head of E-commerce
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Leads and oversees all aspects of a company's e-commerce operations, including strategy, sales, marketing, technology,…
Head of Engineering
Master's Degree · $200,000
Leads and manages engineering teams, sets technical vision, strategy, and ensures successful product delivery. Oversees…
Head of ESG
Master's Degree · $250,000
Leads the development and implementation of environmental, social, and governance strategies within an organization.…
Head of Growth / VP of Growth
Bachelor's degree (MBA common) · $280,000
Leads growth strategy across acquisition, activation, retention, and monetization, combining product, marketing, and…
Head of Information Security
Bachelor's Degree · $210,000
Lead an organisation's entire information security function, setting strategy, managing teams, and ensuring that…
Head of Marketing
Bachelor's Degree · $180,000
Develops and executes comprehensive marketing strategies to drive brand awareness, customer acquisition, and revenue…
Head of People Operations
Master's Degree · $150,000
Lead the design, implementation, and oversight of all aspects of employee experience, HR strategy, and operational…
Head of Product
Bachelor's Degree · $200,000
Leads product strategy and vision, overseeing the entire product lifecycle from conception to launch. Drives innovation…
Head of Product - Autonomous Systems
Master's Degree · $180,000
Leads the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for autonomous systems, including self-driving vehicles, robotics, or…
Head of Product - Payments
Master's Degree · $180,000
Leads the product strategy, roadmap, and execution for payment-related products. This role involves deep understanding…
Head of Product (Space Division)
Master's Degree · $180,000
Leads the product strategy, roadmap, and development for space-related initiatives, ensuring alignment with company…
Head of Product Design
Master's Degree · $220,000
Leads the product design vision and strategy, overseeing a team of designers to create intuitive and impactful user…
Head of Product Strategy
Master's Degree · $250,000
Leads the product team, defines product vision and strategy, oversees product development from concept to launch,…
Head of Product, Climate Tech
Bachelor's Degree · $180,000
Lead the product strategy and development for innovative climate technology solutions, driving impact and market…
Head of Product, Quantum
Master's degree · $190,000
Leads the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for quantum computing solutions. Oversees the entire product lifecycle…
Head of Revenue Operations
Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred) · $249,000
Senior leader overseeing all revenue operations including sales ops, marketing ops, and CS ops, aligning go-to-market…
Head of Talent Acquisition
Master's Degree · $140,000
Leads and directs the strategic planning, implementation, and management of an organization's talent acquisition…
Head of Treasury
Master's Degree · $220,000
Lead the management of the organization’s financial assets and liabilities, overseeing cash flow, debt, investments,…
Health Coach
Bachelor's Degree · $71,700
Empower clients to achieve their health and wellness goals by providing personalized guidance, motivation, and…