High-demand careers for the next decade
Two thousand two hundred and seventy 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 27 of 46 for high-demand careers.
2270 careers in High-demand careers for the next decade, page 27 of 46
Look Development Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Define the overall aesthetic and visual style of characters, environments, and props in animated films, video games, or…
Low Vision Therapists, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and Vision Rehabilitation Therapist
Master's Degree · $100,330
Vision rehabilitation therapists teach people with sight loss to cook, cross streets, and use assistive technology,…
Low Voltage Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $63,190
Installs, maintains, and repairs low-voltage electronic systems such as security alarms, telecommunications,…
Luthier and Musical Instrument Repairer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $46,420
Build, repair, and restore stringed musical instruments including guitars, violins, cellos, and lutes, combining…
Luthier Stringed Instrument Maker
Certificate or Vocational Training · $46,420
Designs, builds, and repairs stringed musical instruments like guitars and violins.
Luxury Retail Specialist
High School Diploma · $35,410
Provide an exceptional, personalised client experience in a luxury retail environment, building long-term relationships…
M&A Associate
Bachelor's Degree · $95,520
Executes mergers and acquisitions by coordinating valuation, financial analysis, diligence, buyer or seller materials…
M&A Attorney
Bachelor's Degree · $159,670
Advise clients on legal matters, represent them in court, and draft legal documents. This role demands meticulous…
Machine Learning Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $120,230
Machine learning engineers build systems that learn from data, spending most of their time cleaning datasets, tuning…
Machine Learning Operations Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $175,140
Lead the MLOps function to build, deploy, monitor, and maintain machine learning models in production. Design CI/CD…
Machine Learning Platform Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Builds and maintains the ML platform that data scientists and ML engineers use to train, deploy, and monitor models,…
Machine Learning Product Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $109,820
Shapes products whose core behavior depends on predictive or ranking models, connecting user outcomes to data strategy,…
Machinery Specialist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $64,520
Inspect, maintain, and repair heavy machinery and industrial equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Magician Mentalist Touring
High School Diploma · $39,150
Performs illusions and mental feats for audiences, often traveling to various venues.
Maintenance Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $104,110
Ensure the optimal functioning, reliability, and safety of machinery, equipment, and industrial systems by implementing…
Maintenance Supervisor
Associate's Degree · $79,860
Directs and organizes tasks related to maintenance of buildings and equipment, leading a team to meet targets,…
Maintenance Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $49,590
Inspects, maintains, and repairs mechanical equipment and building structures to ensure operational efficiency and…
Maintenance Technician (Industrial)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $64,520
Industrial maintenance technicians inspect, maintain, and repair industrial machinery and equipment. They troubleshoot…
Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance
High School Diploma · $97,150
Theatrical makeup artists transform actors into characters by applying prosthetics, body paint, and period-accurate…
Malware Analyst / Reverse Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $116,580
Analyzes malicious software through static and dynamic analysis, reverse engineering binaries to understand behavior,…
Management Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $101,860
Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and…
Management Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $101,860
Advises organizations on strategy, operations, and organizational challenges, delivering data-driven recommendations to…
Management Consulting Firm Partner / Managing Director
Bachelor's Degree · $101,860
Leads a practice or office within a management consulting firm, responsible for client relationships, team development,…
Manual QA Tester
Certificate or Vocational Training · $104,300
Conducts systematic testing of software applications to identify defects, verify functionality, and ensure quality by…
Manufacturing Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $102,440
Manufacturing engineers turn product designs into processes that can be built at scale, working alongside production…
Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace)
Bachelor's Degree · $102,440
Designs, develops, and optimizes manufacturing processes and systems for aerospace components and products. Ensures…
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $102,440
Optimize and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure product quality.
Manufacturing Technician (Biopharma)
Associate's Degree · $40,110
Operates and maintains equipment used in the production of biopharmaceutical products, ensuring adherence to strict…
Marble Polisher and Restorer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $48,540
Restore, polish, and maintain marble, granite, limestone, and other natural stone surfaces in heritage buildings,…
Marine Biologist - Offshore Energy
Master's Degree · $76,780
Conduct biological surveys and environmental impact assessments for offshore wind, wave, and tidal energy projects to…
Marine Mammal Trainer
High School Diploma · $39,990
Trains marine mammals for educational presentations, research, or conservation efforts.
Marine Policy Analyst
Master's Degree · $82,220
Analyze and evaluate policies, regulations, and scientific data related to marine and coastal environments. Develop…
Market Access Associate
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Develops and implements strategies to ensure pharmaceutical products and medical devices are accessible to patients and…
Market Access Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $166,790
Develops and implements strategies to ensure patient access to pharmaceutical products, navigating complex healthcare…
Market Research Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Collects and analyzes data on consumers, competitors, and market conditions to identify trends, evaluate marketing…
Market Research Assistant
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Collects and analyzes data on consumer demographics, preferences, and buying habits to help businesses understand…
Market Research Associate
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Market Research Associates collect, analyze, and interpret data on consumers, competitors, and market conditions to…
Market Researcher
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Market Researchers analyze consumer behavior, market trends, and competitor activities to provide insights that guide…
Market Risk Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $117,330
Measures and monitors market risk exposures across trading desks, calculating Value-at-Risk (VaR), stress testing…
Marketing agency founder
No Formal Education Needed · $140,000 - $171,100 owner take-home/SDE
Marketing agency founder owns a marketing services firm, wins clients, sets strategy, hires specialists and manages…
Marketing Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Analyzes market trends and customer behavior to inform marketing strategies, optimize campaign performance, and drive…
Marketing Analytics Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $166,790
Leads the analysis of marketing campaign performance, customer behavior, and market trends to optimize strategies and…
Marketing Assistant
Associate's Degree · $78,760
Supports marketing campaigns by coordinating content, analyzing data, and engaging with customers to enhance brand…
Marketing Associate
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Assists in the development and execution of marketing campaigns, conducts market research, analyzes data, and supports…
Marketing Automation Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Builds and manages marketing automation workflows, lead scoring, nurture sequences, and data integrations across…
Marketing Coordinator
Bachelor's Degree · $74,750
Orchestrates promotional activities, manages content creation, and supports campaign execution to enhance brand…
Marketing Data Scientist
Master's Degree · $120,230
Apply advanced statistical modelling, machine learning, and data science techniques to solve marketing problems. Build…
Marketing Operations Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $166,790
Manages the marketing technology stack, data infrastructure, lead scoring, attribution modeling, and reporting that…
Marketing Personalization Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Build and optimise the technical systems that deliver personalised marketing experiences at scale. Implement…
Marketing Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Develops and executes marketing campaigns, analyzes market trends, and manages brand presence to drive business growth.