Tech Jobs Archives - Tech | Business | Economy https://techeconomy.ng/tag/tech-jobs/ Tech | Business | Economy Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:21:32 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.1 https://techeconomy.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cropped-techeconomy-logo-32x32.jpeg Tech Jobs Archives - Tech | Business | Economy https://techeconomy.ng/tag/tech-jobs/ 32 32 Flutterwave Promotes 25% of Staff as It Rolls Out Global Relief, Pay Support Package https://techeconomy.ng/flutterwave-staff-promotions-relief-package-2026/ https://techeconomy.ng/flutterwave-staff-promotions-relief-package-2026/#respond Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:21:32 +0000 https://techeconomy.ng/?p=182646 Flutterwave has announced a major employee support package as it marks its 10th anniversary

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Flutterwave has announced a company-wide staff package that includes promotions for about 25% of its global workforce, a one-off relief payment, and updated support for employees in Nigeria.

More than 100 employees have been promoted across its global operations, with one-time economic relief payment also introduced for all staff worldwide. 

In Nigeria, employees will receive additional tax support and cost-of-living adjustments following recent regulatory changes affecting take-home pay.

The decision also results from high living costs across key markets, including Nigeria, where inflation stood at 15.69% in April 2026. 

Food inflation was recorded at 16.06% in the same period. Fuel prices have also surged, with petrol selling at about ₦1,532.93 per litre, adding pressure to transport and daily expenses.

“I often say our people are our secret sauce,” Olugbenga “GB” Agboola, Flutterwave founder and CEO said. “They are the ultimate engine behind everything we build, giving us the capacity to create solutions that power businesses, unlock opportunities, and move money seamlessly across Africa and beyond.”

The company said the latest support measures are part of its approach to staff welfare and retention. It added that it wants employees to focus on work without constant financial strain.

Annette Akpolo, head of People and Culture at Flutterwave, said the approach combines individual performance with better staff support.

“Our goal has always been to build an environment where our people can focus on doing their best work, rather than being weighed down by economic anxiety,” Akpolo said. 

“Pairing merit-based individual growth with supporting the collective needs of the whole team are both essential parts of how we build a company culture where people genuinely want to stay and grow over the long term.”

Founded in 2016, Flutterwave marks its tenth year in 2026. The company said it has now processed over 1 billion transactions and moved more than $40 billion in total payment value globally.

Flutterwace also reported strong recent growth, including a 289% increase in wallet-based collections by transaction count and a 184% rise in bank transfer value over the past year. The company attributed this to wider use of local payment methods across its markets.

The announcement comes as Nigeria’s fintech sector competes for skilled talent. Firms such as Paystack and Interswitch are also expanding, while companies adjust pay and benefits to retain staff under rising cost pressures.

At Flutterwave, leadership said growth remains tied to performance and contribution.

“At Flutterwave, growth is earned through meaningful contributions to the business and to the mission we are building together,” Agboola said. “As we continue to grow, the people who will shape our future are those who consistently step up, solve hard problems, support others, and move the company forward.”

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Meta Lays Off 8,000 Employees as It Begins AI Restructuring Across Global Operations https://techeconomy.ng/meta-lays-off-8000-employees-ai-restructuring-2026/ https://techeconomy.ng/meta-lays-off-8000-employees-ai-restructuring-2026/#respond Wed, 20 May 2026 12:34:57 +0000 https://techeconomy.ng/?p=181869 Meta has started laying off about 8,000 employees across its global operations as part of a restructuring linked to its growing investment in artificial intelligence and internal organisational changes.

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Meta Platforms has started notifying employees across its global offices of job cuts affecting about 8,000 roles, as part of its AI-driven restructuring.

The company began the process on Wednesday morning, starting with staff in Asia.

Workers in Singapore received the first emails at around 4 a.m. local time, while employees in the United States and other regions are expected to hear later in the day.

People familiar with the plans said the notifications will roll out in stages across time zones.

Meta has asked many of those affected to work from home while the process continues. The cuts are part of a restructuring as the company moves more resources into artificial intelligence and reduces costs elsewhere in the business.

The reductions are expected to hit engineering and product teams the most. Some staff were told earlier that further changes could follow later in the year, depending on how the restructuring progresses.

At the same time, Meta has moved about 7,000 employees into newly formed teams focused on AI work, including product development and autonomous systems. The company ended March with just under 80,000 employees before these latest changes took effect.

In an internal memo, Meta’s Head of People, Janelle Gale, said the company is moving towards a flatter structure.

We’re now at the stage where many orgs can operate with a flatter structure with smaller teams of pods/cohorts that can move faster and with more ownership.”

We believe this will make us more productive and make the work more rewarding,” she said.

Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg has made artificial intelligence the company’s main priority.

Meta has committed more than $100 billion in capital spending this year on AI infrastructure and related projects, as it tries to keep pace with competitors including Google and OpenAI.

The company has already carried out several rounds of layoffs in recent years as part of an efficiency stimulation. It has also encouraged staff to use AI tools in daily work, including coding and internal systems automation.

Inside the company, the changes have created unease. Some employees have complained about job security and the direction of internal AI projects.

More than 1,000 staff members signed a petition asking the company to avoid extensive data collection from employee devices for AI training, including inputs such as keystrokes, mouse movement and screen activity.

Automators like Meta risk no longer being an employer of choice as it’s being revealed that they will cut out the human when the opportunity presents itself,” said Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, professor of economics and behavioural science at University of Oxford.

Doing so might well lead to short-term cost savings but risks longer-term growth potential by undermining employee wellbeing and engagement.”

Investor considerations have also grown around the scale of Meta’s AI spending and whether it will deliver returns.

While the company describes the job cuts as a way to offset the cost of its AI expansion and restructuring, analysts at Evercore estimate the layoffs could generate about $3 billion in savings for Meta.

That figure is small compared with its bigger investment plans, and capital expenditure could reach about $145 billion this year, with expectations of further heavy spending on AI infrastructure over the coming years.

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Can Al Become Africa’s Most Affordable Employee? https://techeconomy.ng/can-ai-become-africa-most-affordable-employee/ https://techeconomy.ng/can-ai-become-africa-most-affordable-employee/#respond Mon, 22 Dec 2025 11:11:34 +0000 https://techeconomy.ng/?p=173046 Outsourcing was built on the premise that labour could be bought cheaply abroad.

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Recent research estimates that up to 40% of tasks in Africa’s tech outsourcing sector could be affected by automation and AI by 2030. 

Only about 10% of roles in the sector are fully resistant to automation. This change is already influencing how startups and freelancers work with technology today.

I’ve spent months talking to founders, freelancers and labour specialists across the continent. What’s obvious is that this change is not hypothetical but real, it’s now, and it’s enhancing how entrepreneurs think about labour, expense and productivity.

The Outsourcing World in Africa

For over a decade, African countries have built thriving outsourcing sectors. Nations such as South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana host business process outsourcing (BPO) and IT services that serve clients worldwide. 

These industries employ millions and are expected to generate tens of billions of dollars by the end of the decade.

But this model is evolving.

Where once the biggest business challenge was reducing labour expenses to compete with India or the Philippines, now founders ask: “Can a subscription to a suite of tools do the work of a junior employee?”

Outsourcing was built on the premise that labour could be bought cheaply abroad. That premise is under pressure.

What it Means to Call AI an “Affordable Employee”

I’m going to use the term “affordable employee” deliberately. I’m not talking about futuristic humanoid robots. I’m talking about software and automation systems that can perform tasks humans traditionally did, reliably, quickly and at low cost.

These systems can:

  • Draft text, emails and reports.
  • Create and optimise digital content.
  • Generate slides, summaries and data insights.
  • Help with coding and debugging.
  • Answer customer questions and route support tickets.

You might already be using these to draft content, automate replies or pull insights from spreadsheets.

That’s what we mean by an “affordable employee”: a tool that can do work for you, now, without the recurrent cost of a full-time staff member.

Where This is Already Happening Today

Many African freelancers and founders are not waiting for the future. They are using these systems as daily tools.

Data shows that up to 64% of African workers used AI tools last year, and a large majority say these tools improved their work and productivity.

Freelancers in Lagos and Nairobi tell me they use these systems to speed up work that once took hours:

  • Drafting articles, proposals and business plans.
  • Managing customer interactions.
  • Cleaning and analysing data.
  • Generating code snippets and automating testing.

Startups usually lack deep pockets. They cannot afford to outsource multiple tasks abroad. They must be lean, and that leanness is powered by software.

Can Software Really Replace Human Tasks?

Look at the outsourcing sector’s own data. By 2030, research shows:

  • Up to 40% of tasks in Africa’s tech outsourcing sector could be automated.
  • Only 10% of roles are currently fully resistant to automation.

This doesn’t mean robots will take every job. It means that four in ten discrete tasks, like answering routine customer questions, entering data or creating templated documents, are ripe for software replacement.

For workers in entry-level roles, especially women and young people, this is real and present. Studies reveal that women’s tasks are on average 10% more vulnerable to automation than those of men because of occupational patterns.

For founders in Africa’s AI sector, however, this brings out a dual truth.

One side is disruption.

The other is opportunity.

What Machines Handle Better (Today)

Software is already better than humans at:

  • Repetitive tasks: filling forms, generating templated responses, sorting data.
  • High-volume content production: bulk drafting and summarising.
  • Rule-based work: routing emails, notifications, reminders.
  • Pattern detection at scale: simple analytics without deep manual effort.

This is why many African startups integrate automation into customer experience, project management and internal operations.

It saves time. It reduces errors. It costs a fraction of a junior salary. That’s why many founders refer to these tools as digital assistants, workflow partners, or even part-time employees.

Where Humans are Still Important (And Will for Years)

There are tasks that software cannot replace:

  • Complex judgement: strategy, negotiation, nuanced decision-making.
  • Emotional intelligence: handling delicate customer issues, team leadership.
  • Cultural nuance and local context: interpreting local languages, customs, and social cues.

These are the areas where founders and workers still take over, and will do for the foreseeable future.

Software can suggest a response, but it still takes a human to choose wisely.

Leveraging the Shift Without Losing Out

Here’s the pragmatic view I’ve formed:

  • Software is not a replacement for all labour, but it can replace many tasks human workers once handled manually.
  • For lean startups, embracing these tools is essential for growth.
  • For freelancers, mastering automation tools is becoming a competitive advantage.
  • For the wider workforce, upskilling is essential. Governments and companies across Africa are investing in training programmes to help workers move into higher-value roles as automation grows.

These are not distant issues. They are happening now.

A New Definition of the “Affordable Employee”

We shouldn’t be asking whether software can fully replace a human. It’s whether it can perform tasks at a fraction of the cost, with high reliability, and integrate into everyday workflows.

For many African startups and freelancers, the answer today is yes, for specific tasks, at least.

We are witnessing a transition where tech is an operational partner. It is how work is getting done in Lagos, Johannesburg, Nairobi and Accra, among other cities.

And it is challenging what “employment” and “labour” mean in the 2020s.

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10 Side Projects That Can Make You Money (or Land You a Job) in Tech https://techeconomy.ng/10-side-projects-in-tech/ https://techeconomy.ng/10-side-projects-in-tech/#respond Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:00:52 +0000 https://techeconomy.ng/?p=162059 In our Macro Monday discussion today, we’re not recycling vague advice

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We’re well past the point where side projects are just “nice-to-haves.” They’re now your portfolio, your proof of work, and sometimes, your paycheck.

While 80% of side hustlers say they just want to earn more, others are driven by a deeper urge of freedom, ownership, and the chance to create on their own terms. 

Nonetheless, only 34% of job seekers in tech actively work on side projects, despite the fact that hiring managers are scanning portfolios and GitHub pages before they even look at your CV.

In our Macro Monday discussion today, we’re not recycling vague advice. These are practical, field-tested projects people are using right now to build wealth, gain skills, and land roles. Smart work that pays off.

Project Categories at a Glance

To make it easier, we’ve grouped these into four core types:

  • 🛠 Build Something Useful – Tools, products, or platforms
  • 🎨 Create & Share Content – Blogs, tutorials, newsletters
  • 💼 Offer a Service – Freelance, contract, consulting
  • 🤖 Use Smart Tools – AI-powered or automated hacks

You don’t need to pick one lane. In fact, over 50% of side hustlers juggle three or more projects. Let’s dive in.

10 Side Projects Worth Your Time

1. Build a Chrome Extension That Solves One Frustrating Problem

What it is: Identify a pain point (e.g. LinkedIn limits, auto-refresh for crypto trackers), then create a small extension that fixes it.
Monetisation: Offer a free version, then upsell features.
Real example: Many developers have built Chrome tools that now passively earn them hundreds monthly via Gumroad.
Start here: Learn the basic Chrome APIs, use JavaScript, and publish to the Web Store.

2. Turn Your Resume into a One-Page Portfolio Site

What it is: Convert your CV into a personal webpage showcasing work, skills, links, and testimonials.
Job impact: Instant credibility. Recruiters Google you; give them something to find.
Visibility: Include GitHub links, project demos, or blog posts.
Start here: Use templates from tools like Framer or Notion, or host a static site via GitHub Pages.

3. Write a Weekly Newsletter in Your Niche

What it is: Share insights, curations, or experiments in tech, design, or writing.
Monetisation: After building a subscriber base, offer sponsorships or premium content.
Job angle: Writing forces clarity and attracts employers who care about communication.
Start here: Substack, Beehiiv, or even LinkedIn Newsletters.

4. Contribute to an Open Source Project

What it is: Improve, document, or bug-fix public codebases.
Credibility: Shows team skills, code quality, and real-world impact.
Networking: Maintainers and contributors often refer each other for jobs.
Start here: Use GitHub’s “Good First Issue” label to onboard quickly.

5. Build and Sell Notion or Figma Templates

What it is: Create digital templates people can use for productivity, design, or content planning.
Income: List them on marketplaces or your own site. Some sellers earn $500–$2,000/month.
No code needed: Just good design thinking and problem solving.
Start here: Browse the most downloaded templates, then create your own twist.

6. Join and Win a Hackathon (Even a Virtual One)

What it is: Build a product or prototype over a few days with a team or solo.
Value: Recognition, cash prizes, and sometimes direct job offers.
Resume boost: Demonstrates speed, collaboration, and initiative.
Start here: Sites like Devpost, MLH, and AngelHack list ongoing events globally.

7. Start a Micro SaaS That Solves a Niche Problem

What it is: A simple subscription-based tool built for a narrow audience.
Earnings: Many devs earn $1k–$5k/month from solo tools.
Scalability: Low overhead, high leverage.
Start here: Solve a workflow issue in your industry. Build in public for feedback.

8. Create an Open Source API Wrapper

What it is: Wrap a complex or poorly documented API (e.g. government data, crypto, niche SaaS) into something easier to use.
Impact: Developers appreciate great wrappers—your repo might go viral.
Job bonus: Shows backend and API fluency, which hiring managers love.
Start here: Pick an API, write the wrapper, document it clearly, and share.

9. Design and Sell Developer-Themed Merchandise

What it is: Funny t-shirts, coding mugs, niche stickers, even physical zines.
Earnings: Print-on-demand means zero upfront costs.
Branding: Build a small community and turn it into a brand.
Start here: Use Teespring or Redbubble, promote on Reddit or Dev.to.

10. Launch a Free Tool That Solves a Micro-Pain

What it is: A tiny website, calculator, or widget that does one thing well.
Why it works: Low barrier to build, high value if done right.
Examples: Colour palette generators, Markdown previewers, habit trackers.
Start here: Identify what you Google for regularly, then build it yourself.

Bonus: Stack Your Side Projects

One side project can turn into a whole ecosystem. Your Chrome extension gets you newsletter subscribers. Your newsletter feeds into your micro SaaS. Your micro SaaS becomes your main income.

This is how people are building tech careers that don’t depend entirely on job boards or HR filters. It’s all about creating your own momentum.

Just Start

Most people overthink this. You don’t need VC funding or perfect skills. You just need to start.

In 2025, spending 11–16 hours per week on a side project can translate into $16–23/hour or even more over time. For those of us in regions like Sub-Saharan Africa, where online gig work is becoming more common, this isn’t just a trend, it’s a strategy and a growth path to thrive.

Choose one idea. Build fast. Ship often. You never know which project will open the next door.

Which of these projects are you most likely to start? Hit reply, comment, or share it with someone who’s stuck. Your future job, or income stream, might be waiting on the other side of a weekend build.

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Top U.S. Cities Where Tech Professionals Earn Over $100k https://techeconomy.ng/top-u-s-cities-for-tech-jobs/ https://techeconomy.ng/top-u-s-cities-for-tech-jobs/#respond Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:49:59 +0000 https://techeconomy.ng/?p=159880 According to a ranking by TRG Datacenters, tech workers in L.A. earn an average of $146,550, with more than 359,000 jobs currently available, the highest in the country

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Los Angeles is now the top destination for tech professionals in the U.S., overtaking Silicon Valley cities in job volume, startup activity, and remote work integration. 

According to a ranking by TRG Datacenters, which reveals the top U.S. cities for tech jobs, tech workers in Los Angeles earn an average of $146,550, with more than 359,000 jobs currently available, the highest in the country.

Reviewing the data, the U.S. tech map is no longer dominated by the usual suspects. Yes, San Francisco still commands the highest salaries, $150,387 on average, but it lags in startup formation and job numbers. 

Los Angeles, in contrast, is building a bigger base, nearly 25,000 startups launched annually and a growing share of remote roles (19.7%).

Among the top U.S. cities for tech jobs, New York follows close behind L.A. It’s the country’s leader in startup creation, nearly 37,000 new tech businesses per year, and offers an average salary of $148,138. 

Meanwhile, Seattle is becoming the capital of remote tech work. Over 36% of its tech workforce operates remotely, more than any other U.S. city. With 283,000 jobs and an average salary of $135,287, it’s a top pick for those seeking flexibility without cutting pay.

Chicago, Washington D.C., and Boston all offer average tech salaries well above the six-figure mark. Each of these cities also has unique strengths: Chicago has a deep job pool and moderate startup growth; D.C. offers high flexibility with 33.8% of tech roles remote; and Boston remains anchored by strong academic and research institutions.

Austin, San Jose, and Atlanta round out the top 10, all offering average tech salaries above $99,000, though they are behind in job growth and startup activity. 

Again, San Jose, despite being in the heart of Silicon Valley, ranks just ninth among the top U.S. cities for tech jobs, a surprising drop caused by fewer tech events and slower innovation churn compared to its neighbours.

Jessica Bui, spokesperson for TRG Datacenters, said: “As some cities continue to lead with high salaries and a dense concentration of tech events, others demonstrate that strong job growth and thriving start-up ecosystems can be just as impactful. With remote work becoming increasingly common, these cities are providing new opportunities for tech talent, showing that a mix of job opportunities, innovation, and lifestyle can be key drivers for success in the tech industry.”

For tech workers eyeing career moves, there are now more cities than ever where you can earn over $100,000 without needing to live in San Francisco.

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Marketlyhub Aims to Empower 3,000 talents by 2027 https://techeconomy.ng/marketlyhub-aims-to-empower-3000-talents-by-2027/ https://techeconomy.ng/marketlyhub-aims-to-empower-3000-talents-by-2027/#respond Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:34:11 +0000 https://techeconomy.ng/?p=139881 …comprising migrants and ethnic minorities

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Marketlyhub, a dynamic startup, is on a mission to empower 3000 talents comprising migrants and ethnic minorities through innovative career coaching, and mentoring support. 

Founded by Edward Enejoh, a passionate entrepreneur with a diverse background in product marketing and digital project management, Marketlyhub is transforming the career for individuals striving to integrate into the UK job market.

Edward Enejoh is a Nigerian and UK-based tech career advisor and project manager. With an MBA from Nexford University in Washington, D.C., and a degree in Physics from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, his journey into entrepreneurship began during his university days. 

Over the past decade, he has helped multiple businesses and individuals achieve measurable success through strategic product marketing and digital project management.

Edward’s entrepreneurial spirit was ignited in 2006, while he was an undergraduate studying physics. Driven by a love for creative design, he taught himself to design, code, and build websites, starting with yearbook albums for final-year students, a venture that sparked his passion for solving real-world problems. 

This venture allowed him to create valued products. His skills evolved, enabling him to assist businesses in building websites and running digital marketing campaigns. 

By 2013, he worked as a business analyst and project manager for a leading African management consulting firm, we went on to deliver successful project outcomes for private companies, governments, and international organizations. In 2020, he fully transitioned to managing digital projects before moving to the UK in late 2022.

MarketlyHub was born from Edward’s observation of the challenges talented individuals from diverse backgrounds face in integrating into the UK job market. He found that many possess skills and qualifications from their home countries but struggle to adapt them locally. 

MarketlyHub aims to bridge this gap by providing career support and through their EdTech solution to support the community. Edward’s vision was to create a platform that offers tailored services to help these individuals thrive. 

Edward received a scholarship grant from Afrigrowth Foundation in 2012, where he gained valuable digital and project management skills. These skills paved the way for his corporate career and inspired him to create MarketlyHub, a platform that offers support and mentoring on a larger scale.

Marketlyhub is on a mission to equip and upskill 3,000 individuals with in-demand tech skills by 2027, helping them to succeed in their new environments. Through career coaching, mentoring, and tailored training workshops, Marketlyhub focuses on the specific needs of migrants and ethnic minorities. 

What truly sets MarketlyHub apart is its personalized approach, addressing challenges like cultural differences and limited local experience.

Through collaboration with local organisations, graduates from their programme are paired with local businesses where they work and deploy their skills to help the local businesses while gaining hands-on experiences. 

With plans to expand across the UK, Marketlyhub aims to become a leading resource for migrant integration. In their recent cohort, they awarded scholarships to 8 participants; the total training value is worth over £10,000 covering professional coaching and mentoring services delivered through their learning management system. 

Beneficiaries of the programme have recorded success in landing jobs as project managers working for organisations in the UK. 

By creating an inclusive environment for learning and career development, MarketlyHub is creating a diverse and vibrant community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Edward advises aspiring entrepreneurs to stay focused on their mission, listen to users or customers, adapt to changes, and build strong networks. 

He stays motivated by seeing the positive impact on people’s lives and continuously striving to improve the value offered to the community.

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17 Hot Tech Career Paths (Jobs) in 2023 https://techeconomy.ng/17-hot-tech-career-paths-jobs-in-2023/ https://techeconomy.ng/17-hot-tech-career-paths-jobs-in-2023/#respond Mon, 17 Apr 2023 07:57:32 +0000 https://techeconomy.ng/?p=99913 If you are looking for a career path that can help you develop new skills and gain experience in a variety of fields, then these roles could be perfect for you

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Tech jobs are a lot more diverse than they used to be but people still think it’s just about web development, software engineering and coding. 

With the growth of technology and the increased demand for it, there are more opportunities than ever before! In the past, those who excelled in programming or web development were often seen as the best candidates for a job. But now, it’s a totally different ball game.

Tech companies are looking for employees with a variety of talents that can help them fulfill their vision for what the future will look like.

A lot of tech jobs are not technical or related to programming at all

For example, a web developer may spend most of his time writing HTML and CSS rather than creating software. Similarly, a designer doesn’t necessarily need any coding experience at all—he or she can use a wide range of software tools like Photoshop or Illustrator on the side.

Some people are not interested in working in tech because they think it’s boring or repetitive, which may be true of some jobs but not all of them!  For example: if you’re an accountant who doesn’t like numbers but loves talking with clients about their finances, then maybe accounting isn’t your dream job after all—but maybe it’s something else that makes sense for your personality type?

Many other technology-related jobs do not involve software engineering or web design. Some examples of such jobs include:

1. Data Analyst: A data analyst is responsible for collecting and analyzing large sets of data to identify patterns and trends, and then using that information to make strategic business decisions.

2. Cybersecurity Analyst: A cybersecurity analyst is responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of an organization’s computer systems and networks. They identify and prevent cyber attacks, and develop security protocols and procedures to protect against future attacks.

3. Database Administrator: One of the tech jobs include a database administrator; responsible for managing and maintaining an organization’s databases, ensuring they are secure, efficient, and up-to-date.

4. Network Administrator: A network administrator is responsible for managing an organization’s computer network, ensuring that it is secure, efficient, and reliable.

5. Systems Administrator: A systems administrator is responsible for managing an organization’s computer systems, including servers, operating systems, and software applications.

6. IT Project Manager: An IT project manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and meet the requirements of stakeholders.

7. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Specialist: An AI specialist is responsible for developing and implementing AI technologies, such as machine learning and natural language processing, to solve complex business problems.

8. Robotics Engineer: A robotics engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing robots and robotic systems, including hardware and software components.

9. UX Designer: A UX (user experience) designer is responsible for designing and improving the usability and functionality of digital products, such as websites, apps, and software.

10. Technical Writer: A technical writer is responsible for creating technical documentation, such as user manuals, technical specifications, and help files, that explain complex concepts and procedures clearly and concisely.

11. Data science: Data science is one of the fastest-growing careers with a median salary of $100,000. Data scientists can work in many different environments and industries, including healthcare, financial services and retail. Many generalist data sciences positions require less knowledge about specific technologies or algorithms than more specialized roles do.

Data science is a subfield of statistics, machine learning and computer programming. Individuals in this field are interested in understanding the underlying structure of data in order to make predictions and identify patterns. They use statistical methods such as regression analysis and clustering to predict outcomes based on collected data.

Data scientists can work in fields such as finance or healthcare where there are huge amounts of available information which needs processing before it can be analyzed effectively by humans or computers alike; for example: analyzing potential investments based on factors such as return rates over time; predicting whether someone will develop cancer based on their family history etc.

12. Engineering management: Engineering management is the art of managing engineers. It’s a difficult job that requires you to understand your employees, their strengths and weaknesses, what they like to do and why they do it. You have to be able to identify problems before they happen so that you can solve them before they become bigger issues.

But there’s more than just being an excellent manager; an engineer manager needs technical skills too! You’ll need to know how projects work from start-to-finish (or at least get close enough), how software development works as well as any other related fields like marketing or finance—and most importantly: communication skills! If there’s one thing all successful managers share in common it’s their ability to communicate clearly with others through effective writing or speaking engagements such as presentations at conferences or meetings with clients/employees alike.

13. HR: Human resources (HR) is a great place to start. It’s an industry where you can learn about the industry and business, as well as the company’s culture. If you’re interested in learning more about what goes on behind-the-scenes at organizations like Microsoft, Amazon, or Facebook, HR may be right up your alley.

14. Marketing research: Marketing research is the study of consumer behavior to determine what people want from a product or service. It’s used in all industries, but it can be divided into two main categories:

  • This type of research focuses on understanding customers’ wants and needs by asking questions about their preferences. You might ask consumers if they have any problems with your product or service, how much time they spend using it and where they get information about it.
  • Marketing strategy: A company uses marketing strategies to increase sales or decrease costs through advertising campaigns as well as other methods such as promotions/incentives that encourage customers to buy more stuff from them than they would otherwise do at regular prices (which helps make up for lost profits).

15. Business development: Business development is a role that involves finding new business opportunities. It’s one of the best ways to get those coveted entry-level jobs in tech, because you’ll be working directly with companies and individuals who need your help.

Business development can also involve helping other people find new customers or partners—and even suppliers! If you want to get involved with this kind of work, try looking for positions at companies like Microsoft; Google; Facebook; LinkedIn; Amazon; Apple (which has its own separate division called “Sales”).

16. Customer success: Customer success is the process of helping customers achieve their goals. It’s a critical part of the business development process, and it’s a key part of the customer lifecycle.

Customer Success involves:

  • Providing support to existing customers that helps them accomplish their goals and objectives with your product or service;
  • Identifying and responding to problems/requests from existing and new customers;

17. Marketing communications: Marketing communications is the process of creating and distributing information to prospective or existing customers and users. It can be broken down into two main parts: traditional marketing, which focuses on creating a brand identity for your company through advertising campaigns, customer service interactions and PR events; and digital marketing, which includes web design, social media management and email campaigns.

In addition to these two types of work, you might also want to consider other options such as public relations or advertising if you are interested in pursuing those fields after graduation.

Conclusion

The world of technology is changing rapidly and the job market for these types of roles is growing. If you are looking for a career path that can help you develop new skills and gain experience in a variety of fields, then these roles could be perfect for you.

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