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Kathleen Martin
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The demand for skilled technical professionals has never been higher. Right across the technology employment spectrum, disruptive startups are creating brand-new solutions, and global enterprises are rapidly digitalizing and innovating to stay current. That requires technical talent, and with 70% of tech companies facing skills shortages, it is an exciting time for both new STEM graduates and established technical professionals to consider their career options.
The Internet of Things space is a particularly hot sector when it comes to building a new career path. The size and pace of the global IoT market continue to swell: The cost of IoT devices is tumbling, enabling new use cases on a massive scale that previously were not possible. Technology consultant Gartner predicts that the IT services for the IoT market will become a $58 billion opportunity by 2025, up 34% CAGR from 2020. Though undoubtedly impressive and vast, such numbers are easy to believe considering the untapped potential that IoT communication still holds.
So how can tech specialists get their start in this booming sector? Well, as a tech leader at EMnify, I know there is plenty of demand for talented STEM workers in the IoT space. My own company has multiple hiring managers in both the technology and go-to-market functions actively seeking talent to match our growth ambitions.
But despite the tech labor shortage, we of course do not simply hire every applicant. Whether you are a senior engineer working in another sector but interested in a change or a recent STEM graduate who is keen to start their career in IoT, there are certain attributes and mindsets that will set you up for success. Here are five ways you can make your application stand out — and prepare to start or transition into a career in IoT:
1. Be Willing To Upskill
While a university degree is still a mandatory requirement for many companies, a growing number of employers now acknowledge that self-taught candidates, or candidates with equivalent professional experience, can be just as effective. This shift is also bringing a new expectation that all employees show a willingness and interest in upskilling through relevant certifications, short-term programs, online courses and other professional development routes. Even if you have a STEM degree, make sure you can also demonstrate a clear commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement.
2. Be Forward-Looking
Technology is constantly in a state of flux: The IoT as it is known today used to be seen as the next big thing, but by now it is a well-established technology landscape that is already integral to the operations of a significant percentage of modern businesses. The question is, and should always be, what is next? Be curious and have an opinion about what the future holds for IoT communication — and be ready to back it up if your interviewer asks.
Continue reading: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2022/03/10/five-tips-for-starting-or-transitioning-to-a-career-in-iot/?sh=49f0b8bc55cc
The Internet of Things space is a particularly hot sector when it comes to building a new career path. The size and pace of the global IoT market continue to swell: The cost of IoT devices is tumbling, enabling new use cases on a massive scale that previously were not possible. Technology consultant Gartner predicts that the IT services for the IoT market will become a $58 billion opportunity by 2025, up 34% CAGR from 2020. Though undoubtedly impressive and vast, such numbers are easy to believe considering the untapped potential that IoT communication still holds.
So how can tech specialists get their start in this booming sector? Well, as a tech leader at EMnify, I know there is plenty of demand for talented STEM workers in the IoT space. My own company has multiple hiring managers in both the technology and go-to-market functions actively seeking talent to match our growth ambitions.
But despite the tech labor shortage, we of course do not simply hire every applicant. Whether you are a senior engineer working in another sector but interested in a change or a recent STEM graduate who is keen to start their career in IoT, there are certain attributes and mindsets that will set you up for success. Here are five ways you can make your application stand out — and prepare to start or transition into a career in IoT:
1. Be Willing To Upskill
While a university degree is still a mandatory requirement for many companies, a growing number of employers now acknowledge that self-taught candidates, or candidates with equivalent professional experience, can be just as effective. This shift is also bringing a new expectation that all employees show a willingness and interest in upskilling through relevant certifications, short-term programs, online courses and other professional development routes. Even if you have a STEM degree, make sure you can also demonstrate a clear commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement.
2. Be Forward-Looking
Technology is constantly in a state of flux: The IoT as it is known today used to be seen as the next big thing, but by now it is a well-established technology landscape that is already integral to the operations of a significant percentage of modern businesses. The question is, and should always be, what is next? Be curious and have an opinion about what the future holds for IoT communication — and be ready to back it up if your interviewer asks.
Continue reading: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2022/03/10/five-tips-for-starting-or-transitioning-to-a-career-in-iot/?sh=49f0b8bc55cc
