As one of Kansas City’s top IT staffing firms, Morgan Hunter knows the technology industry has been one of the bright spots in the dismal economy over the past few years. And in fact, of the top 15 careers in U.S. News and World Report’s “100 Best Jobs in 2013,” five of them are in the technology industry. Likewise, of the 157,000 jobs created in January, one in seven were tech jobs.
So what are some of the most in demand positions in IT? Here’s a look:
Mobile Application Developer
As businesses large and small continue to invest in reaching their target audience via mobile devices, like smart phones and tablets, they increasingly need tech talent who can develop for the small screen.
User Experience (UX) Designers
In today’s world, every business needs a website. And it’s the task of the UX designers to ensure a great experience for the online users of websites – so they keep coming back for more.
Web Developer
Web developers build websites from the ground up, creating site architecture, layout and functionality. They also test and troubleshoot all site applications, collaborating with an internal tech team as well as designers and other creatives.
Computer Systems Analyst
These individuals research and evaluate new technologies to determine the ones that make sense for an organization. They also select and configure hardware and software, as well as test and upgrade it.
While it’s impossible to know what new technology and trends will emerge in the years to come, there are ways you can prepare for the next big IT demand, so you’re not left scrambling when you need to hire.
Here are some tips to consider:
- Stay in the know. Read technology industry publications, talk to your internal tech staff, join technology groups on LinkedIn. Keep abreast and informed of the latest technologies and trends that could impact your business.
- Consider your company needs. Just because a new technology emerges, doesn’t mean it’s always right for your business. So don’t just jump on the bandwagon when everyone else is hiring UX designers, for instance. Consider your organizational needs, strategic vision, and how IT talent could help you achieve those goals.
- Forecast workload. Based on current activities and your business vision, what kinds of projects do you anticipate your IT staff working on? What will their workload be like? Are there specialized areas where you may need to bring in contract support? Or do you foresee a need to bring in full-time talent?
- Assess your internal technical talent. What talent and resources do you already have access to? In which areas are you lacking? And do you have key players already on staff you could train and develop to fill certain skill gaps?
If you need help recruiting IT talent today, give Morgan Hunter a call. As one of Kansas City’s top IT staffing firms, we specialize in recruiting technology professionals, ranging from Chief Information Officers to Desktop Support. All candidates are rigorously screened by our consultants to ensure their technical compatibility, and to identify the personality traits that will allow them to blend smoothly into your organization.