7 IT Skills That Will Get You Hired

Emerging technologies such as Android, Big Data, and cloud computing have drastically evolved the job landscape in the IT sector over the years. While the evolution remains ongoing, certain skill sets are proving to be more valuable than others long-term. Here are InformationWeek’s predictions for the highly sought-after IT skills, contemporary to recent requirements and developments.

1. Big data specialists: The impact of big data continues to expand, and professionals trained in big data are consistently sought-after in the job market. Specifically, professionals trained in platforms like Hadoop and adept in data analytics remain in high demand.

2. Business Intelligence (BI) experts: Although a subset of the big data field, Business Intelligence (BI) makes up a distinct employment sector. As BI continues to evolve and bring greater benefits to businesses, the demand for proficient BI designers is anticipated to increase.

3. DevOps professionals: The demand for DevOps – shorthand for Development and Operations – professionals is consistently high. With the increased adoption of cloud services and mobile technologies, these experts are proving invaluable to any enterprise.

4. Linux specialists: Linux, the opensource powerhouse, has garnered considerable attention. According to the Linux Jobs Report from Dice.com and the Linux Foundation, three-fourths of Linux professionals have been contacted by companies in recent times.

5. Mobile developers: With the constant growth of mobile technology, mobile developers remain in high demand. These professionals also have the opportunity to create their own applications, potentially establishing successful startups.

6. .NET and Java developers: Continuous demand for .NET and Java developers is indicative of their pivotal role in the IT job market. This trend is likely to continue, ensuring that skilled programmers in these fields can consistently find employment.

7. Business Analysts and Project Managers: These job roles have long been favorites in the IT sector. Given the evolution of IT segments like big data, the demand for Business Analysts and Project Managers is likely to continue its upwards trajectory.

The above skill sets remain highly sought after, notably also within the small and mid-sized business (SMB) industry. Indeed, it is not unusual to see increasing recruitment within this sector due to the consistent growth of app development startups. This sector could very well be within the top employers in the future, given ongoing developments.

*This article was updated in 2025 to better reflect present job market trends and realities.* Source: Efytimes.