One of the fastest-growing industries in the world at the moment is technology. You cannot ignore its power to change lives; moreover, it will continue to be more dominant in the future. What better way to equip yourself for now and the future than to have IT knowledge?
Many IT jobs are up for grabs, but I want to introduce you to the highest-paying ones you can key into this 2024. Go through them and immerse yourself in every detail to know where you fit in.
1. Software Engineer
Software Engineer is a tech job that involves designing and developing computer programmes and applications. You are expected to build software that would fit into the organisation or company. A software engineer is responsible for updating software, optimising performance and performing maintenance. Unlike software developers who build solutions for consumers, software engineers design software solutions — they create original code for applications and software, including reusable code. Nigeria’s average salary per annum as a software engineer is N4.2 million.
2. Mobile App Developer
A mobile App Developer creates smartphone software for Android and iOS operating systems. App development is growing day by day. Telecommunications, organisations, companies, healthcare and e-commerce, to mention a few, use it to conduct transactions and get information. Building a mobile app is one of the most paid professions. It is also widely accepted. Per annum, the salary is 3 million Naira for an app developer.
3. Digital Marketer
The role of a digital marketer is to build brand awareness, reach out to customers and promote products and services. As a digital marketer, your job is to post and update content and engage in social interactions to foster the growth of the company you’re working for. It could also be working on optimising search engine marketing and managing mail. The annual pay is N2 million.
4. Data Scientist
A data scientist is a professional responsible for collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to help a company make decisions. Organisations understand the importance and crucial role of data scientists, which is why they have continued to be in high demand and one of the highest-paid jobs. The average salary of a data scientist is N3 million.
5. Cyber Security Engineer
A Cyber Security Engineer is in charge of designing and implementing network solutions that help curb or protect against hacking and cyber-attacks, including the computer networks and systems of the organisation they are working for. This kind of engineer is often found in companies that deal with sensitive data. Annually, they earn around N3.5 million.
6. User Experience Designer
User Experience Designer, also known as “UX”, creates and engages user experience to implore customers and to satisfy them. Their job is to understand the user’s behaviour, needs or preferences and interpret it into visuals that portray the actual solutions. The need for a user designer continues to rise because of the need to enhance the image of products while providing an amazing experience that engages users. The average amount you can earn annually as a user experience designer is 1.8 million Naira
7. Web Developer
A web developer turns a web design created by someone else into a website. This is done by writing codes in different languages. For instance, English is translated to a language the computer understands, such as HTML or Python. Through the help of web technologies, they ensure the optimum performance of websites and their maintenance. The average annual income is N1.6 million.
8. Technical Writer
A technical writer’s job is to explain and communicate complex ideas through manuals, guidebooks and graphics. The aim is to ensure it is easy for readers to grasp. In other words, technical writers translate technical information into technical documents, reports and user manuals. They collaborate with engineers and developers to carry out their tasks. Per annum, technical writers earn N1.8 million.
