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 29 of 36 for high-demand careers.
1756 careers in High-demand careers, page 29 of 36
Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers
High School Diploma · $64,190
Repair, install, or maintain mobile or stationary radio transmitting, broadcasting, and receiving equipment, and…
Radiochemist / Nuclear Pharmacist
Ph.D. in Radiochemistry, Nuclear Chemistry, or Pharm.D. with nuclear pharmacy specialization · $105,000
Synthesizes and quality-controls radioactive compounds for diagnostic imaging and targeted radiotherapy, working with…
React Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $125,000
Builds interactive user interfaces using React; manages component state, lifecycle, and performance optimization.
React Native / Cross-Platform Mobile Developer
Bachelor's degree · $130,000
Builds cross-platform mobile applications using React Native, Flutter, or similar frameworks, delivering native-quality…
Real Estate Coach / Trainer
Extensive real estate sales experience (10+ years); coaching certifications (ICF); no formal degree required · $85,000
Provides coaching, training, and mentorship to real estate agents and teams, teaching sales techniques, lead…
Real Estate Data Scientist
Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or Economics · $135,000
Applies data science and machine learning to real estate problems including automated valuation models, market…
Real Estate Development Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Oversees the entire lifecycle of real estate development projects, from initial concept and feasibility studies to…
Real Estate Investment Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $127,000
Analyzes real estate market trends, conducts financial analysis, and evaluates investment opportunities to support…
Real Estate Marketing Manager
Bachelor's in Marketing, Communications, or Business · $78,000
Develops and executes marketing strategies for real estate agencies, developers, and property portfolios, managing…
Real Estate Photographer / Videographer
No formal degree required; photography training and portfolio essential; FAA Part 107 for drones · $52,000
Creates professional photography, video tours, drone footage, and virtual content for property listings, helping agents…
Real Estate Virtual Assistant / Admin
High school diploma; real estate knowledge preferred; VA certifications helpful · $38,000
Provides remote administrative support to real estate agents and teams, handling lead follow-up, CRM management, social…
Real-Time / Streaming Data Engineer
Bachelor's degree (MS valued) · $165,000
Builds real-time data processing systems using stream processing frameworks for use cases like fraud detection,…
Real-Time Rendering Artist
Bachelor's Degree in Graphics Programming or Computer Science · $115,000
Creates real-time graphics and rendering solutions for interactive media. Optimizes 3D assets for real-time performance.
Real-Time Systems Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $185,000
Develops real-time systems; handles low-latency requirements and stream processing.
Real-World Evidence (RWE) Analyst
Master's or Ph.D. in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or Health Economics · $105,000
Analyzes real-world data from electronic health records, claims databases, and registries to generate evidence on drug…
Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians
Less than High School · $50,540
Diagnose, inspect, adjust, repair, or overhaul recreational vehicles including travel trailers. May specialize in…
Recruiting Operations Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $115,000
Optimize the end-to-end recruiting process by managing ATS configuration, developing recruiting metrics and dashboards,…
Red Team Operator / Offensive Security Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science or Cybersecurity; OSCP, OSCE, CRTO certifications · $130,000
Conducts advanced adversary simulation exercises against enterprise environments, emulating real-world threat actors to…
Regional Director of Operations
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Oversee regional operational activities by leading strategic planning, managing budgets, optimizing processes, ensuring…
Regional Sales Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $110,000
Drive revenue growth by leading a team of sales professionals within a specific geographic region, developing…
Registered Nurse (RN)
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Registered Nurses provide direct patient care, administer medications, and educate patients and their families on…
Regulatory / Compliance Engineer (Products)
Bachelor's degree (Engineering; any discipline) · $92,000
Ensures products meet regulatory requirements and obtain necessary certifications (UL, CE, FDA, FCC) by managing…
Regulatory Affairs Specialists
Bachelor's Degree · $96,310
Coordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or…
Regulatory Capital Analyst (Basel III/IV)
Bachelor's or Master's in Finance, Math, or Economics; FRM valued · $115,000
Calculates and reports regulatory capital requirements under Basel III/IV frameworks, managing RWA optimization,…
Regulatory Compliance Officer
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Ensures an organization adheres to external laws and regulations, as well as internal policies. This involves…
Release Engineer / Build Engineer
Bachelor's degree · $145,000
Manages software release processes, build systems, artifact management, and deployment pipelines, ensuring reliable and…
Reliability Engineer (Mechanical)
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical Engineering) · $100,000
Ensures mechanical systems and equipment meet reliability and availability targets through failure mode analysis, life…
Remote Sensing Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Analyzes and interprets satellite imagery and aerial photographs to gather data about Earth's surface. Develops and…
Rendering Specialist / Render Wrangler
Associate's Degree in Computer Science or VFX · $68,000
Manages render farm operations and optimizes rendering pipelines. Troubleshoots rendering issues and ensures efficient…
Renewable Energy Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $102,000
Advise clients on how to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy sources, assisting organizations in…
Renewable Energy Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $112,000
Design, analyze, and optimize renewable energy systems including solar, wind, geothermal, and energy storage projects…
Renewable Energy Finance Associate
Bachelor's Degree · $125,000
Support the structuring, execution, and management of project finance transactions for renewable energy assets…
Renewable Energy Procurement Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $108,000
Manage corporate renewable energy procurement programs including power purchase agreements, renewable energy…
Research and Development Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Designs, develops, and tests innovative products and systems, applying scientific principles and engineering…
Research Data Manager / Data Steward
Master's in Library Science, Data Science, or Information Management · $75,000
Manages research data throughout its lifecycle, implementing FAIR data principles, developing data management plans,…
Research Engineer
Master's Degree · $110,000
Designs, develops, and optimizes experimental and computational systems to advance scientific knowledge and create…
Research Operations Manager
Bachelor's in Business, Marketing, or Operations; Master's preferred · $88,000
Manages the operational infrastructure of a market research function including vendor management, technology platforms,…
Research Scientist (Aerospace)
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $130,000
Conducts fundamental and applied research in aerospace science and engineering. Designs, develops, and tests aerospace…
Research Scientist (Industry)
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $130,000
Conducts scientific research and experiments within a corporate setting, focusing on developing new products,…
Research Scientist (Nanotechnology)
Doctorate Degree · $120,000
Conducts advanced scientific research in the field of nanotechnology, designing and executing experiments, analyzing…
Respiratory Therapists
Associate's Degree · $80,450
Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care…
Restructuring / Turnaround Advisor
Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting; MBA or JD strongly preferred; CFA/CPA valued · $165,000
Advises financially distressed companies and their creditors on debt restructuring, bankruptcy proceedings, liability…
Revenue Operations (RevOps) Analyst
Bachelor's degree · $82,000
Analyzes sales, marketing, and customer success data to optimize revenue processes, maintain CRM hygiene, and provide…
Revenue Operations Manager
Bachelor's degree · $128,000
Manages revenue operations processes across sales, marketing, and CS, overseeing CRM systems, pipeline reporting,…
Reverse Logistics Manager
Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Environmental Science, or Business · $88,000
Oversees the management of product returns, refurbishment, recycling, and disposal processes to recover value, reduce…
Rewards & Recognition Program Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Design, implement, and manage employee recognition and total rewards programs that reinforce organizational values,…
Rigging Artist
Bachelor's Degree in Animation or VFX · $76,000
Creates digital skeletons and control systems for 3D characters and objects. Develops rigs that enable animators to…
Robotics Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Mechanical Engineering / Related Field · $170,000
Develops robotic systems; works on automation, control systems, and robotics software.
Robotics Technicians
Associate's Degree · $79,830
Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.
Route Optimization Analyst
Bachelor's in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or Mathematics · $78,000
Analyzes and optimizes delivery routes and transportation networks using mathematical models and optimization software…