Top Graduate Jobs in Tech

In recent years we have seen technology make significant advancements in many key areas which has played a huge role in the increase in jobs in IT and telecommunications – especially graduate roles.

Technology has evolved a lot in the last 10 years with the introduction of smart phones, rise of social media and importance of online marketing.  

There has been a huge increase in IT graduate vacancies between 2005 and 2015 which is due to the innovation in technology, increased cyber security risk and digitalisation of the IT. Graduates fresh out of the university are a prime target for employers who are looking for young, enthusiastic minds that can use their newly learnt skills in IT. Using Technojobs data we have listed the top positions in IT that employers are recruiting.

Software Developer

Software Developers are the skilled and creative individuals behind computer and mobile applications and software. They can help build, design and test computer systems that help businesses and organisations achieve better results in efficiency and usability.

Skills Required: C#, Javascript, SQL, .NET, Agile
Salary:  £27,000 to £30,000

Design Engineer

Design Engineers work in a variety of industries that range from electronical to aeronautical, helping develop and research ideas for both new and existing products and systems. Design engineers take many factors into account when designing ideas for products including usability, safeness, reliability, cost and efficiency.

Skills Required: CAD/CAE, Problem Solving Skills, Design Principles
Salary: £25,000 to £27,000

Business Analyst

Business Analysis is the discipline of identifying business needs and resolving any issues. The resolution of business issues may include the development of new systems, process improvement, strategy planning or organisational change.

Skills Required: SQL Server, Microsoft Excel, Agile, Business Intelligence, SAP
Salary: £26,000 to £35,000

Front End Developer

A front end developer is someone skilled in the practice of web development and practice of HTML, CSS and Javascript. The front end of a website is the main page and content that a user will interact with and see. A developer is responsible for ensuring the design, usability and content is of a high quality and standard.

Skills Required: HTML5, CSS, Javascript, jQuery, PHP, UX
Salary:  £18,000 to £25,000