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Top 50 IT Jobs in the World: 45-41

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IT; just two simple letters which describe a monumental mass of technology related topics, but when the phrase ‘IT Jobs’ is mentioned, just how many IT jobs does this describe?

The precise amount of IT Jobs aren’t exactly known however, more are being created every day with the rapid growth of technology worldwide.

So what are the most popular IT Jobs to date? Every day for the next two weeks, we shall post 5 of the top 50 IT jobs and the pathways to employment.

 

45. E-Commerce Analyst

Average Annual Salary (UK): £27,000

Typical responsibilities / skills: analyze customer e-commerce data for behavioral or other trends; setup or configure reporting or dashboards for easy internal access to such data; create customer profiles for demographic targeting; utilize Web analytics.

Academic Pathway:

E-commerce business analysts often hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in business management, systems management or online marketing. These degrees give them skills in the major software used to track web sales and create multi-variable graphs to predict changes. This role also requires the analyst to have a strong understanding of the rules of web design and branding so as to understand the necessary steps to make a consistent brand image and user-friendly site that maximizes potential sales.

 

44. Infrastructure Business Analyst

Average Annual Salary (UK): £38,000

Business Analyst focuses on “back office” functionality for an organization’s various facets, including CRM, management, accounting, sales. Typical responsibilities / skills: have an understanding of typical business uses of ERP software; interact with various stakeholders to analyze business processes and gather requirements; incorporate business requirements to configure ERP software; interact with developers to build a reporting environment; document organization-specific customizations; conduct any necessary training sessions for use of ERP software and reporting environment.

Academic Pathway:

Good level of general education
• General commercial awareness of impact of client requirements
• Extensive knowledge and proficient in the use of:
Windows Server 2003 / 2008
Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy Management
Microsoft Exchange 2007 / 2010
Microsoft ISA Server 2006 or suitable firewall
Person specification
Cisco / Extreme or similar
SAN Hardware management / support
Virtualisation Technologies (Hyper-V / VMware)
• Some understanding or knowledge of Microsoft System Centre Products (SCDPM,
SCCM, SCOM), Avaya Telephony and Contact Centre and Microsoft OCS /
LiveMeeting would also be advantageous.

 

43. Technical Engineer

Average Annual Salary (UK): £25,000

Similar titles include Pre-sales Engineer, PreSales Engineer, Pre-sales Technical Engineer. This role is for a product advocate/ evangelist who works with internal sales staff and possibly offers technical consulting to potential customers prior to a sale. They give product demonstrations to sales staff and potential customers and handle the technical aspects of RFIs / RFPs (Requests for Information / Requests for Proposal). So the ability to communicate with both technical and no-technical staff and customers is important, especially to pass on customer requirements to Product Managers.

Academic Pathway:

A degree in any subject is acceptable, although employers typically prefer graduates with qualifications in computer science or engineering engineering, physics, engineering, mathematics, applied science and software engineering. Previous relevant experience gained in any commercial/sales area involving contact with customers or the general public is essential.

– Key skills for technical sales engineers
– Strong technical skills
– Organisational skills
– Communication skills
– Analytical skills
– Teamworking skills
– Sales skills
– Commercial awareness
– Personal skills

 

42. CRM Technical Developer

Average Annual Salary (UK): £28,000

Most CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software has both internal and external (Web) components. Users can be internal (sales staff, support, admin, systems developers) and external (customers, vendors, partners, researchers). These are the users a CRM Developer needs to keep in mind when developing solutions. Typical responsibilities/ skills: experience with a specific CRM system; custom configure a CRM used by the organization; develop custom modules to extend CRM functionality; integrate CRM features into an organization’s own computer systems, including for customer use – which requires experience with a programming or scripting language, and either server, desktop/ laptop, Web or mobile (phone, tablet) development experience as necessary; document custom settings, modules and features for different levels of user.

Academic Pathway:

  • Possess a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a technically related field (i.e. computer science, engineering, IT, etc.)
  • 1 – 3 years’ experience in a technical capacity preferred, but not required
  • Professional demeanor
  • Strong written communications especially related to articulating technical specifications
  • Sound knowledge on concepts of unit testing own code

 

41. Portal Administrator

Average Annual Salary (UK): £19,000

Portal Administrator IT Jobs focus on Web portals and often requires knowledge of a specific portal software platforms. E.g., IBM WebSphere, Microsoft SharePoint. Typical responsibilities / skills: interact with Web and other systems administrators; create or oversee creation of necessary portal databases and user profiles; configure and manage portal applications; perform configuration and upgrade process tests; oversee integration of new technologies into the portal; document portal use policies and procedures (internal); handle relevant trouble tickets; train developers, content managers and end-users as necessary.

Academic Pathway:

Like most computer science careers, portal administrators are expected to hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology, information systems, or a related field. Whatever the educational pathway, aspiring portal administers are advised to have a strong background in programming, database architecture, and security management. In other words, the ideal portal administrator is a well-rounded computer scientist or information technologist with a specific interest and expertise in security issues. Many portal administrators are also expected to hold additional certifications, such as CISSP certifications. In most cases, jobs are posted for portal administrators with experience administrating a particular platform being used by the seeking organization; in fact, job postings are sometimes so specific that they simply appear as an administration opening for a specific program, rather than an all-inclusive portal administrator.

 

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Study.com

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Top 50 IT Jobs in the World: 50-46

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IT; just two simple letters which describe a monumental mass of technology related topics, but when the phrase ‘IT Jobs’ is mentioned, just how many IT jobs does this describe?

The precise amount of IT Jobs aren’t exactly known however, more are being created every day with the rapid growth of technology worldwide.

So what are the most popular IT Jobs to date? Every day for the next two weeks, we shall post 5 of the top 50 IT jobs and the pathways to employment within the roles.

50. Systems Analyst

Average Annual Salary (UK): £31,000

This role typically analyzes an organization’s computer systems and procedures; makes recommendations for process improvement; interacts with partners/ vendors and with programmers or programmer / analysts. Educational background might be technical, though this is more of an analytical than technical role that is focused on the business aspects of technology, including: analyzing the cost of system changes; the impact on employees; potential project timelines. Needs to interact with department managers on IT requirements; incorporate feedback from both internal and external users into business requirements documents; incorporate feedback from designers; contribute technical requirements; advise technical teams on their and their technology’s role in the organization; provide guidance to programmer / developers with use cases.

Academic Pathway:

To work as a systems analyst you will normally need an HND or degree, backed up with industry experience. Relevant subjects include:

  • Computer science
  • Information management systems
  • Business information systems
  • Maths and operational research.

Alternatively, you could take the Information Technology Management for Business (ITMB) degree. The degree has been developed by The Tech Partnership and employers to meet specific industry skills shortages, for example in project management and business awareness.

If you have a non-IT related degree, you could complete a postgraduate IT conversion course, although companies may still want to see relevant work experience. Employers recommend that you look for a course which focuses on business skills as well as technical ability. You would be expected to have a working knowledge of programming skills and analysis methods. Some of the most common are:

  • SQL
  • VBA, C# (C-sharp) and Java
  • Agile software development
  • SAP business software applications.
49. Business Systems Analyst

Average Annual Salary (UK): £31,000

This role focuses on specific computer systems – compared to a Business Analyst, who will analyze a broader range of processes and systems for an organization. Typically, it requires analytical skills and is business-focused, so often requires a BA background, not necessarily a B.Sc.. It does, however, require an understanding of computer systems and information, and more technical reporting and documentation procedures. Usually, understanding the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle), UML (Unified Modeling Language) and other technical concepts and skills are often a requirement.

Academic Pathway:

There are different ways to become a business analyst and the route you take will depend on your qualifications, and particularly on your experience.

Many analysts have a technical background, for example in software development or programming. This is helpful as new IT systems and digital technologies often form a major part of an organization’s development plans.

A qualification at degree or postgraduate level can also be useful, in subjects like:

  • Computer science
  • Business information systems
  • Computing and systems development
  • Business management

Employers may also look for recognized certification of your skills from a professional body, like the International Institute of Business Analysis UK (IIBA) or The Chartered Institute for IT (BCS).

48. CRM Business Analyst

Average Annual Salary (UK): £24,000

This is typically a less technical role which may require a marketing or business degree — often a master’s — combined with statistics, but usually requires certain technical knowledge such as database and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software, specifically. Typical responsibilities / skills: analyze customer relationship data – especially within product channels – using CRM software, and recommend strategy changes for building customer loyalty; define organizational procedures based on the data; document new procedures for internal use — typically for staff in sales, marketing and support.

Academic Pathway:

The minimum educational requirement for a CRM analyst is usually a Master of Business Administration degree, although some employers may accept a bachelor’s degree in a subject such as business, management, marketing, economics or computer science, according to Education-Portal.com. CRM analysts also require experience in marketing, customer service, customer relationship management or market research. They must have strong analytical skills in addition to knowledge of analytical or database software, particularly CRM or business intelligence systems.

47. Software Systems Engineer

Average Annual Salary (UK): £41,000

Typical responsibilities / skills: development and upgrade of computer systems; either interact with data and system security staff or define necessary procedures for them to follow; design, develop and test software when necessary — often middleware; document procedures for internal use, and provide various system and operations documents; participate in various review meetings, including design, program and test reviews with inter-departmental co-workers; define a process for change management.

Academic Pathway:

For entry level, like a large amount of sophisticated IT Jobs, a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, software engineering or a similar area will be acceptable. However, employers do tend to prefer Master Degrees.

46. Solutions Architect

Average Annual Salary (UK): £59,000

A Solutions Architect role is similar to other architect roles and can go beyond the scope of IT. Experience with hardware and software systems is common requirement, as is an understanding of business operations. This role is sometimes but not always synonymous with a Director or CTO (Chief Technical Officer) position. Typical responsibilities/ skills; understand the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle); have broad technical knowledge of computer systems; conduct process flow analyses; transform business/ customer requirements into technical requirements (functional design document); understand and have experience with databases; interact with developers and bridge different IT architect roles.

Academic Pathway:

Solution Architects usually need a bachelor’s degree or higher related to information technology, software engineering or computer science. Undergraduate programs typically provide coursework that covers different operating systems and hardware compatibility training.

A master’s degree is usually needed for a specialization in systems architecture. Some employers may prefer applicants to have a Master of Business Administration in Information Systems. Graduate coursework includes advanced computer architecture theory, systems design, project management and software engineering. Some colleges also provide graduate-level certificate programs in systems architecture to complement undergraduate training. Courses are similar to those in the master’s degree program, but certificate programs might require less time and have fewer requirements.

 

 

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‘Pokemon Go’ Outbreak in the UK

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Pokemon Go, a mobile game that has become a global phenomenon, has been released in the UK.

It was already available in the US, Australia and Germany but some UK gamers found ways around the country restriction to get early access.

The app lets players roam a map using their phone’s GPS location data and catch Pokemon to train and battle.

The game has added millions to the value of Nintendo, which part-owns the franchise.

However, some people have raised concerns about the app’s safety. The chief executive of children’s charity NSPCC urged the app’s makers to adapt the game before its UK release, warning that adults could use it to prey on children.

An NSPCC spokesman said: “It’s deeply troubling that the app’s owners have ignored many warning signals and well documented child safety concerns. It would have been better if they had taken time to reflect on these and put their young users first.”

The game uses a smartphone’s GPS location and real-world maps to track players as they move around. Players can visit Pokestops – typically landmarks or buildings – and collect free items in the game.

The main aim is to catch Pokemon, which pop up along the way. The game provides an augmented reality experience, using the smartphone’s camera to provide a live view of the world, with Pokemon superimposed.

Any creatures caught can be used in battle against other players at Pokemon gyms – also real-world landmarks.

Top tips for new Pokemon Trainers

Choose your starter wisely

At the beginning of the game, you’ll be offered a choice of Bulbasaur, Charmander or Squirtle – the three starter Pokemon offered in the first Pokemon games. However, if you ignore the choice and walk away from the Pokemon, you’ll get the chance to catch Pikachu instead.

Keep on catching

You’ll find the same Pokemon pop up time and time again, especially common creatures such as Pidgey and Rattata. Although you may be determined to “catch ’em all”, catching every Pokemon you encounter is a quick way to earn experience and level up, which will give you access to more features in the game. Plus catch enough Pidgey and you’ll earn a birdkeeper medal!

Follow the tracks

A Pokemon tracker is available at the bottom right hand side of the screen. Tap it to bring up a list of nearby Pokemon. A greater number of footprints indicates that a Pokemon is further away. Keep the tracker open as you walk around to see the Pokemon change order, with the closest creatures at the top of the list. This should help you find the ones you want.

Minimize Waste

If you throw a Pokeball and miss, tap it before it disappears to pick it up again.

– BBC News

Virtual Reality: Future of In-Flight Entertainment?

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Could the power of Virtual Reality make the tiny screens in the back of aircraft cabin seats a piece of history?

Virtual reality and streaming content from sites like Netflix is the future of in-flight entertainment, replacing tiny screens in the back of chairs that often have low quality movies, the aerospace industry’s biggest players told CNBC.

Companies had set up virtual reality stations around their stands at the Farnborough Airshow highlighting what the inside of their jets look like and how it feels to fly in one of their planes.

While these are mainly for airlines to experience what a manufacturer’s plane is like, aircraft makers are predicting virtual reality technology will be incorporated within cabins soon.

“The consumer market is taking off and people who are keen on this tech expect people like Airbus as industry leaders to be aware of this, and I do foresee in the near future an opportunity for our customers to potentially have this in their cabin,” Andy Anderson, deputy chief technology officer at Airbus, told CNBC in an interview earlier this week.

“For a passenger inside the plane, imagine being able to put on the headset and project a whole world across the roof of the cabin and allow them to fly underneath the stars, or allow them to see a movie, it’s a new platform for innovation.”

Anderson also said that VR can be used to help people who suffer from claustrophobia on planes for example, by projecting people into an open space.

The technology has already been tested by one airline. Last year, Australian airline Qantas trialed providing VR headsets to its first class passengers on select routes. New movies were shown as well as Qantas products for passengers to look at.

Virtual reality is taking off with a number of electronics makers from Samsung to HTC all releasing headsets recently. Total shipment of virtual reality hardware is expected to reach 64.8 million units in 2020, up from 9.6 million this year, according to IDC. Sales of VR hardware are expected to generate $2.3 billion of revenues in 2016.

Some companies are already working on plane-specific applications for VR. A virtual reality production start-up called Trillenium has been working on a project that could make “windowless planes” a reality. The company is working on using a stream from the cameras on the outside of an aircraft, then stitching it together into a VR experience that a passenger could view through a headset. It could also transport passengers into business class seats for example and be used to generate revenues for airlines.

“It will encourage and stimulate first class and business class upgrades prior to travel, while an on-board virtual first class will allow economy passengers to taste the first class menu, explore a wine list, and IFE (in-flight entertainment) in return for a paid premium usage of the VR headset wherever they are seated,” Hrvoje Prpic, chief executive of Trillenium, wrote in a LinkedIn post earlier this year.

Bring your own device

Airlines providing hardware is just one route that could transform in-flight entertainment. But the future could also be in increased connectivity within aircraft, given how much people are doing on their smartphones today. Airlines and plane makers are focusing on creating the infrastructure to allow internet on-board an aircraft. This is a big trend, one which could mean people are able to stream content.

“I think what is changing and changing dramatically is entertainment on the aircraft. You remember flying around on airplanes that have little screens that you can barely see, to now everybody has devices that they can bring on, as long as they can connect their device, then they’re off and running and I think that’s really going to be a dramatic change,” Keith Leverkuhn, vice president and general manager of Boeing’s 737 Max project, told CNBC on Tuesday.

“That’s not ten years from now, that’s today and that is something we are making sure the airplane is equipped with.”

– Arjun Kharpal

Telford Superfast Extension

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Telford & Wrekin Council’s cabinet is set to approve a scheme which will open up Superfast broadband to around 120 extra businesses in the borough.

If an application for European funding is successful, the Marches Broadband Grant project will provide eligible businesses across Telford & Wrekin with a fully funded grant to access fibre broadband.

In Telford and Wrekin, 98 per cent of the borough will be covered by the end of 2017 as a result of the Council’s Superfast Telford partnership with BT and Broadband Delivery UK (BDUK).

The council is committed to seeking a solution for the other 2% of the borough, of which this scheme is potentially one, to get coverage as close to 100 per cent as possible.

The Telford & Wrekin element of the £4m project is seeking £237,818 funding from the European Regional Development Fund , which requires match funding of £158,545.

It is assumed that the level of grant payment to businesses will on average be between £7,000 and £25,000 per business although many grants in Telford and Wrekin are likely to be towards the lower end of the spectrum, as it has more accessible, semi-rural areas.

It will only be open to businesses that have not been broadband enabled by either the current Superfast Telford programme or by other commercial broadband investment.

A total of 124 eligible businesses have initially been identified in Telford and Wrekin and an expected output of around 22 per cent or 27 businesses, including a significant number of micro enterprises will potentially benefit.

Councillor Angela McClements, Telford & Wrekin Council’s cabinet member for Customer and Neighbourhood Services, said: “We have made a commitment to extend fibre broadband coverage across the borough as far as possible.

“The priority is the delivery of Superfast Telford which is still in the early stages of delivery.

“However the Marches Broadband Grant scheme opens up the availability of fibre broadband to businesses that might not be covered by Superfast Telford, although some eligible businesses may receive superfast connectivity via the main programme.

“This demonstrates our commitment to ensure that as close to as 100 per cent of the borough as possible has access to superfast connectivity and all the benefits it brings.”

Telford & Wrekin Council’s cabinet – which meets on 21 July – is being asked to approve proposals for the match funding mechanism.

They are also being asked to enter into a partnership agreement with project partners Shropshire and Herefordshire Councils to deliver the grant project.

– telford.gov.uk

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Self-Driving Robots To Deliver Food In London

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The self-driving robot uses a GPS tracker coupled with on-board cameras and sensors to help it navigate the streets at 4mph.

Six-wheeled self-driving delivery robots which trundle along at 4mph will soon be used to deliver meals to homes around London.

The self-driving robots can navigate through city streets using a GPS tracker coupled with on-board cameras and sensors.

When the robot arrives at its destination, the customer has to type in a code that has been sent to them.

This lets them open the robot’s lid to collect their food.

So far, 30 robots have travelled 5,000 miles during tests in Greenwich, Milton Keynes and Glastonbury.

Now food delivery firm Just Eat plans to start using them to deliver food to homes in London later this month.

Allan Martinson, the chief operating officer of developer Starship Technologies, said: “We haven’t lost a single robot in eight months, or been involved in any accidents that resulted in loss or injury.”

He said most people who’ve spotted them in the street are unfazed, but kids “love it”.

“We’ve seen them try to chase it, hug it. One person tried to feed it a banana.”

To prevent theft and other interference, it is fitted with a movement sensor that sends an alert if it is lifted off the ground.

It also has nine cameras and two-way audio to a control room, from which humans oversee the robot army.

It is cheaper than regular delivery – costing around £1 to transport goods within a 3 mile radius.

Just Eat chief executive David Buttress said: “In busy times there’s a shortage of supply drivers. These will enable restaurants to meet the demand.”

– Sky News

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