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 34 of 36 for high-demand careers.
1756 careers in High-demand careers, page 34 of 36
Thermal Energy Storage Engineer
Master's Degree · $125,000
Design and optimize thermal energy storage systems including molten salt, chilled water, ice storage, and phase change…
Thought Leadership Strategist / Executive Ghostwriter
Bachelor's in Journalism, Communications, English, or PR; strong writing portfolio essential · $95,000
Develops and executes thought leadership programs for executives and brands, ghostwriting articles, LinkedIn posts,…
Threat Hunter
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Proactively search for hidden threats, adversary activity, and indicators of compromise within an organisation's…
Threat Intelligence Analyst
Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, or IT; GIAC GCTI, CTIA certifications · $98,000
Collects, analyzes, and disseminates cyber threat intelligence from open-source, commercial, and classified feeds,…
Tile and Stone Setters
High School Diploma · $52,240
Apply hard tile, stone, and comparable materials to walls, floors, ceilings, countertops, and roof decks.
Tools Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $115,000
Develops and maintains software tools that enhance developer productivity, automate workflows, and improve the overall…
Tools Programmer
Bachelor's Degree · $110,000
Develops and maintains software tools used in game development, ensuring efficient workflows for artists, designers,…
Total Rewards Director
Bachelor's Degree · $193,898
Develops and executes comprehensive compensation and benefits strategies to attract, motivate, and retain top talent,…
Tour Guides and Escorts
Associate's Degree · $36,660
Escort individuals or groups on sightseeing tours or through places of interest, such as industrial establishments,…
Tour Operator
High School Diploma · $47,000
Tour operators organize and prepare holiday tours, managing logistics and ensuring a seamless travel experience for…
Toxicologist
Ph.D. in Toxicology or Pharmacology · $95,000
Evaluates the safety of pharmaceutical compounds, chemicals, and consumer products by studying their adverse effects on…
Tracking Artist
Associate's Degree or Certificate in VFX · $62,000
Analyzes footage to extract 3D camera and object motion data. Creates accurate tracking data for VFX integration and…
Trade Compliance / Surveillance Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance, Law, or Business; Series 7/63 helpful; SIE valued · $88,000
Monitors trading activity for potential market abuse, insider trading, and regulatory violations, managing surveillance…
Trade Compliance Specialist
Bachelor's in International Business, Political Science, or Law · $82,000
Manages trade compliance activities including export controls, sanctions screening, denied party checks, and trade…
Traffic Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Civil Engineering) · $92,000
Designs and optimizes traffic flow, signal systems, intersection geometry, and transportation safety improvements for…
Training & Development Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $115,000
Lead the design, development, and delivery of organizational learning and development programs that build employee…
Training and Development Specialists
Bachelor's Degree · $65,850
Design or conduct work-related training and development programs to improve individual skills or organizational…
Transportation Electrification Planner
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Develop comprehensive transportation electrification strategies for municipalities, transit agencies, and fleet…
Travel Guides
High School Diploma · $36,660
Plan, organize, and conduct long-distance travel, tours, and expeditions for individuals and groups.
Treasury / Liquidity Manager (Bank)
Bachelor's or Master's in Finance; CFA/CTP (Certified Treasury Professional) valued · $145,000
Manages the bank's liquidity position and funding strategy, forecasting cash flows, maintaining regulatory liquidity…
Treasury Risk Manager
Bachelor's in Finance / Risk Management / Business · $110,000
Manages treasury risks including interest rate, currency, credit, and liquidity risks.
Trend Forecaster / Futurist
Master's in Futures Studies, Design, Sociology, or Strategic Foresight · $92,000
Identifies and analyzes emerging cultural, technological, and consumer trends to forecast future market shifts,…
TypeScript / Node.js Developer (Senior)
Bachelor's degree · $130,000
Develops server-side applications and APIs using TypeScript and Node.js, building scalable backend services, real-time…
UGC Creator / User-Generated Content Strategist
No formal requirement (portfolio-based) · $55,000
Creates authentic, user-style content (short-form video, photos, testimonials) for brands to use in organic and paid…
UI Designer
Bachelor's in Graphic Design, Visual Design, or HCI · $92,000
Designs the visual elements and interactive components of digital products, creating polished interfaces with…
UI Designer (Senior)
Bachelor's degree (Graphic Design/Visual Communication) · $105,000
Creates the visual layer of digital interfaces including layouts, color systems, typography, iconography, and component…
Unified Communications Architect
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Designs, implements, and manages unified communications systems, integrating voice, video, messaging, and collaboration…
UX Designer
Bachelor's in HCI, Design, Psychology, or related field · $98,000
Researches user needs, designs information architectures, and creates wireframes and prototypes to deliver intuitive…
UX Designer (Senior)
Bachelor's degree (HCI/Design/Psychology) · $118,000
Plans and designs user experiences for digital products by conducting user research, creating wireframes, prototypes,…
UX Director
Master's degree or higher · $160,000
Lead and oversee the user experience design strategy and execution for products or services, managing design teams,…
UX Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $115,000
Integrates user experience design principles with front-end development, building intuitive and accessible digital…
UX Researcher
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or related field · $100,000
Conducts user research to inform product design and strategy. Performs user interviews, usability testing, surveys, and…
UX Strategist
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Aligns business goals with user needs by conducting research, analysis, and strategic planning to define the…
UX Writer / Content Designer
Bachelor's degree (English/Communications/Design) · $105,000
Crafts the words and microcopy within digital products including buttons, error messages, onboarding flows, and in-app…
UX/UI Designer
Bachelor's Degree or Design Certification · $105,000
Designs user interfaces and experiences for digital products, conducting user research and usability testing. Creates…
Venture Capital Associate / Tech Investor
Bachelor's degree (MBA from top school common) · $175,000
Evaluates technology startup investments, conducting due diligence, market analysis, and financial modeling to identify…
Venture Capital Partner (Life Sciences)
Doctorate or MBA with relevant scientific background · $250,000
Identify, evaluate, and invest in promising biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, and digital health…
Venture Capitalist
Master's Degree · $200,000
Identifies and invests in high-growth potential startups, providing capital and strategic guidance in exchange for…
Venture Capitalist (VC)
Master's Degree · $250,000
Identifies, evaluates, and invests in high-growth potential startups, providing capital and strategic guidance to help…
Venture Partner
Master's degree or higher, often MBA or PhD, combined with extensive relevant experience. · $250,000
Leverage industry expertise, network, and operational experience to identify investment opportunities, conduct due…
Venture Studio / Startup Studio CEO
Bachelor's degree (MBA/serial entrepreneurship experience) · $250,000
Leads a venture studio or startup studio, co-founding and building multiple startups simultaneously, providing shared…
Veterans & Military Hiring Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $82,000
Develop and manage programs that attract, recruit, and support the transition of military veterans into civilian…
Veterinarians
Doctoral Degree · $125,510
Diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and…
Veterinary Assistant
High School Diploma · $37,320
Assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians with the daily operations of a veterinary practice, handling routine…
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
High School Diploma · $37,320
Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and…
Veterinary Technician
Associate's Degree · $43,000
Assists veterinarians with medical procedures, animal care, and client education, ensuring the well-being of animal…
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
High School Diploma · $45,980
Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals.…
VFX Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $77,000
A VFX artist creates digital simulations and procedural workflows based on real-world elements or supernatural concepts…
VFX Producer
Bachelor's Degree in Film, Business, or VFX · $95,000
Manages VFX production schedules, budgets, and team coordination. Oversees VFX pipeline and ensures quality delivery on…
VFX Supervisor
Bachelor's Degree in VFX or Film · $140,000
Oversees all visual effects work on productions. Manages VFX teams, coordinates with other departments, and ensures VFX…