Technology careers are in high demand globally, and Canadian companies are actively seeking top talent to remain competitive. To stay competitive they are recruiting talent from outside the country. Here is a breakdown of the job occupations in demand over the next 10 years.
Software Developer
Occupation Number: NOC 21232
Software developers’ responsibilities include designing, creating, and testing computer programs and applications. They are experts in programming languages and software development tools.
Education Required: University Bachelor, Master’s, or Doctorate
Job Prospects: Good (Most in demand in Nova Scotia)
Median Pay: $80,000 /year
Immigration Programs: Federal Skilled Workers, Canadian Experience Class, and Provincial Nominee
Network Administrators
Occupation Number: NOC 22220
Computer network technician’s responsibilities include the management and maintenance of local and wide area networks, mainframe networks, computer hardware, and software.
Education Required: College Diploma or Bachelor
Job Prospects: Good
Median Pay: $64,000/year
Immigration Programs: Federal Skilled Workers, Canadian Experience Class, and Provincial Nominee
Information Technology (IT) Manager
Occupation Number: NOC 20012
Computer and information systems managers oversee the operations of organizations involved in computer and telecommunications systems. They plan, direct, and evaluate activities related to software development, network administration, and information system management.
Education Required: University Bachelor, Master’s, or Doctorate
Job Prospects: Good (Most in demand in New Brunswick, Ontario, and Quebec)
Median Pay: $110,000/year
Immigration Programs: Federal Skilled Workers, Canadian Experience Class, and Provincial Nominee
