On January 14, whether you want to design programs, build computer systems, or prevent cyber attacks, these are all hot jobs for you. As employment opportunities and salaries continue to grow, positions in the technology industry are becoming increasingly attractive. The news magazine U.S. News & World Report (USNEWS) recently released its list of the hottest tech jobs for 2015, showing that software developer ranks first.

1. Software Developer

Average annual salary: $92,660

Unemployment rate: 2.7%

Expected job openings: 139,900

A software developer position allows you to entertain yourself while helping improve productivity. These innovative thinkers specialize in designing, testing, maintaining, and improving the performance of applications and operating system software.

2. Computer Systems Analyst

Average annual salary: $81,190

Unemployment rate: 3.5%

Expected job openings: 127,700

Of these analysts, more than a quarter work for computer systems design companies, but fields such as science, healthcare, banking, and finance are expected to add new positions. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that by 2022, demand for computer systems analysts will increase by 24.5%.

3. Information Security Analyst

Average annual salary: $88,590

Unemployment rate: 3.5%

Expected job openings: 27,400

These analysts are tasked with predicting cyber attacks and ensuring the security of company data and systems. They are mainly involved in risk assessment, vulnerability assessment, and developing defense plans to prevent corporate or government data from being hacked.

4. Web Developer

Average annual salary: $63,160

Unemployment rate: 3.8%

Expected job openings: 28,500

These web developers are responsible for the design, navigation, and functionality of your favorite websites. To start this career, you should master programming skills and be familiar with current design trends, etc.

5. Mechanical Engineer

Average annual salary: $82,100

Unemployment rate: 2.7%

Expected job openings: 11,600

Mechanical engineers use research, design, construction, and testing techniques to develop safe, high-quality mechanical products. After the proliferation of bachelor's degrees, many employers may require job seekers to have a master's degree, and several U.S. states require engineers to obtain a license.

6. IT Manager

Average annual salary: $123,950

Unemployment rate: 3.5%

Expected job openings: 50,900

IT managers guide companies in matching modern technology to their business structures, needs, and goals. They are expected to have advanced computer and technical skills, and management skills are equally important.

7. Civil Engineer

Average annual salary: $80,770

Unemployment rate: 3.4%

Expected job openings: 53,700

Civil engineers design infrastructure such as highways, tunnels, rail systems, airports, water supply and sewage treatment systems, and may work for government agencies or private companies. Many civil engineers also work in design, construction, and education.

8. Computer Systems Administrator

Average annual salary: $74,000

Unemployment rate: 3%

Expected job openings: 42,900

As companies increase investment in new technology infrastructure, the demand for computer systems administrators is also growing. They need to create systems to manage company workflows, identify and resolve network issues, and maintain equipment and software, among other tasks.

9. Database Administrator

Average annual salary: $78,520

Unemployment rate: 3.1%

Expected job openings: 17,900

Database administrators need to understand analysis and design techniques for their industry and build enterprise databases. These traditionally professional workers often work more than 40 hours per week to build databases that meet employers' needs.

10. Computer Programmer

Average annual salary: $76,140

Unemployment rate: 4.2%

Expected job openings: 28,400

Computer programmers are language experts in the technology field. Using programming languages such as C++ and Java, they can develop software that runs on our computers. Computer programmers must rely on teamwork to complete projects.

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