Many technology careers involve performing computer software and hardware jobs such as software developer, computer programmer, computer support specialist, computer systems administrator or database administrator. Other high-tech occupations are in the field of engineerings such as mechanical engineer, civil engineer, computer software engineer or computer hardware engineer. Tech careers also include the most theoretical jobs of mathematician or statistician, the more hands-on occupation of computer repairer, or working in the cyber-security field as an information security analyst.
Technology careers have a variety of educational requirements. Computer control programmers and operators, who use computer numerically controlled technology and machines to create precision products, may require only technical training. Computer repairers, who service mainframes, servers, and personal computers, may only need an associate degree. Many high-paying technology career categories, such as engineering, analyst, and programmer, require a bachelor’s degree at minimum, and a master’s degree or Ph.D. for added responsibilities and higher salaries. Supervisory roles, such as IT manager, are available to technology employees as their careers advance.