Is Tech Still a Good Career in 2024? Most In-Demand Tech Jobs
This blog post was inspired by an episode of the Jess Get Hired podcast, where Damien Filiatrault, CEO and Founder of Scalable Path, shares his valuable insights and experiences in the remote talent industry. Since founding Scalable Path in 2010, the company has amassed a freelance network of over 30,000 software developers in 178 countries.
Technology is constantly evolving. Because of the growth of the industry and the rapid development of new technologies, it’s unlike most industries in that you can start your career at any age if you’re just willing to learn and grow.
In today’s digital age, technology permeates every aspect of our lives, creating a high demand for skilled software engineers that continues to skyrocket. In this post, we’ll explore the dynamic and ever-evolving world of technology and provide guidance for aspiring software developers on the path to a successful career.
Is 2024 the Right Time to Build a Career in Tech?
You might wonder: Is 2024 the right time to break into this industry? If you’re unsure, you’re not alone: the tech sector has been significantly impacted during the economic downturn. Late-stage startup valuation has been dropping, and many of the household tech companies we know – Google, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Amazon, for example – have been going through very public layoffs and/or hiring freezes. Between Q1-2022 and Q2-2023, over 325,000 people were let go from big tech companies, many of whom were software developers.
Despite that, there’s still a shortage of skilled technical labor in the U.S. Software supports 90% of all operations at almost every firm, but there aren’t enough technical workers to meet the market’s demands. It’s estimated that only 65 of every 100 technical positions are filled. This number is even higher in emerging fields like cybersecurity and AI.
As the skills gap grows, employers of mid-size companies and startups are looking not just throughout the U.S. for talent, but to global markets.
