For all the ways COVID-19 has changed us, it may well signal a positive change for the workforce. For one, companies and individuals have discovered remote working and all the joys of it – so much so that many companies continue to offer hybrid and remote work options even after COVID-19 social restrictions have been lifted.
Industries, too, are ramping up their efforts to transform their businesses, recognising how the pandemic has drastically changed consumer and working habits. A huge part of business transformations now involves the digitalisation of products, operations, and marketing, which is why digital jobs form the most in-demand jobs in Singapore today.
For job-seekers in 2022, the trending jobs listed below are where it’s at. Besides ensuring you are qualified (or taking steps to upskill yourself), don’t forget to read our tips on how to boost your chances of getting that job before you head on to apply for any of the positions.
Digital marketers
Due to the closure of physical businesses during the height of COVID-19 restrictions, many businesses were forced to go online. And as consumers went online, so did marketing and advertising efforts for companies that wished to stay visible and connected to their audience.
Open positions for digital marketers and related roles are growing by the day, with LinkedIn even reporting that ‘Digital Marketing Specialists’ are amongst their top 10 in-demand jobs on the platform.
Those who wish to enter the digital marketing industry can rejoice because this is a ‘tech-lite’ role, meaning it is easier to pick up than tech-heavy skills like coding. However, the skills required for digital marketing-related positions are broad, including SEO, paid advertising, social media marketing, and content creation.
Data analysts and scientists
So much data, so few data analysts. That’s the struggle faced by companies who wish to utilise the vast amount of data to inform and improve their processes. The role of data scientists is to pick out the gems from data, which may include creating the processes for analysing data, running statistical tests, summarising key findings and making data-based recommendations.
If numbers, patterns, and finding meaning in the mess is your thing, you will do well to equip yourself with some tools like Python, Tableau, and Power BI. This will give you the edge you need to fill the crunch in data analyst positions, which is projected to continue to grow in the years ahead.
AI specialists and machine learning
From FaceID to social media, and chatbots to word processing, our world is increasingly powered by artificial intelligence, or AI. While the automation of processes means that millions of jobs could be obsolete in the next 5 years, it also means that AI careers are becoming more in-demand and lucrative.
Being an AI or machine learning specialist requires advanced programming knowledge, which works hand in hand with big data to constantly improve processes. Although anchored in the tech space, this role also offers the opportunity to work in virtually any field, as the applications for AI are seemingly endless.
Cyber security
With the shift of services and consumption into the digital space comes the increase in online threats. Cyber attacks have been on the rise, not sparing prominent and established entities like government organisations and banks. Case in point: A total of $8.5 million was lost to scammers in a phishing and impersonation scam targeting OCBC customers.
The rush to employ more cyber security experts may come too little, too late, as nearly 60% of companies reported having insufficient manpower or technical expertise to manage their cybersecurity needs. A slew of certifications and training programmes are available for those who wish to take a step into a cyber security career, including courses on security operations, ethical hacking, network security, and more.
Software developers
Still on board the digital wave, the fifth trending job today is the software developer. These are the people who code, develop and maintain software systems that power nearly everything consumers do on digital interfaces and the internet. Be it front-end, back-end, or full-stack roles, they are very much in demand for the development of websites, digital products, and apps.
If terms like C++, Javascript, and PHP are well familiar to you, or you don’t mind learning a new ‘language’, you might just find that software development is for you. This highly sought-after job is projected to grow exponentially in terms of demand over the next two decades, and is likely to remain a trending job for a very long time.
Conclusion
Taking your next big career leap after the pandemic doesn’t feel easy. But with ample opportunities opening up, it may be a matter of where you look. As we have seen above, jobs in the tech space are popular and still gaining traction, and look set to be so for many more years.
If you are unsure whether a tech job is for you, or how to begin your career, you can gain better clarity on your career steps when you attend a career development workshop in Singapore. Designed to help you understand your key strengths, skills and suitable careers, Quest Discovery Academy’s career coaching workshops are suitable for individuals at any stage of their career. Contact us today to arrange a session with our friendly career coaches and step into a new era with your career!