{"id":128969,"date":"2019-02-09T01:23:09","date_gmt":"2019-02-09T01:23:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/en\/?p=128969"},"modified":"2025-07-01T22:24:00","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T05:24:00","slug":"trending-jobs-in-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/trending-jobs-in-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Trending jobs in 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Digital transformation is well underway.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Machine learning, <a href=\"http:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/biggest-chatbot-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">chatbots<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/future-of-blockchain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">blockchain<\/a> applications have all become part of the work landscape, all while stirring up fears of our pending irrelevance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Obviously, healthcare tops the charts in most cases \u2014 surgeons, nurses, dentists, and orthodontists are always in high demand \u2014 so we opted to leave them out of our list of jobs on the rise.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">In 2019, in-demand jobs are fairly diverse, but have something in common \u2014 <strong>many emphasize the human side of an automation strategy.<\/strong> As <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.linkedin.com\/2018\/january\/11\/linkedin-data-reveals-the-most-promising-jobs-and-in-demand-skills-2018\"><span class=\"s1\">LinkedIn found in 2018<\/span><\/a>, you don\u2019t necessarily need to be in a highly technical role to see success. Sales, marketing, and communications professionals have a promising outlook, too.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Skills like leadership, project and product management and roles with a strategic component are sought after by employers. And of course \u2014 hard skills in the STEM purview are needed to develop and maintain this new wave of tech.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Here, we\u2019ll look at some of the top jobs in 2019 \u2014 and likely beyond.<\/p>\n<h2>Trending jobs for 2019<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-129523\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2020\/12\/data_scientist_700_yyxtdk.jpg\" alt=\"data scientist\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Data scientist<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">A data scientist is a person who gathers, processes, and analyzes data. With the hordes of data coming in thanks to advancing data collection methods, humans skilled in breaking these massive sets into usable insights are major assets for companies.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Database administrator<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Database administrators are becoming increasingly in demand, as companies start using more software solutions that include AI and machine learning components. The ability to maintain clean, secure databases will be essential for ensuring software can be leveraged to meet an organization\u2019s goals.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-card-starred-link\">\r\n  <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__body\">\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__row clearfix\">\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__col-logo\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-starred-link__img\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2018\/10\/work-woman-laptop-192.jpg\" width=\"100px\" height=\"100px\">\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__col-title\">\r\n        <p class=\"sc-card-starred-link__title\">Why skill acquisition is your best bet for career success<\/p>\r\n        <a class=\"sc-card-starred-link__button\" href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/how-to-earn-career-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Read Now \u25ba<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <a class=\"sc-card-starred-link__link\" href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/how-to-earn-career-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\"><\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Product Manager<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">A product manager knows how to make a product sell. They work with multiple teams, as well as members of the public to make sure that products are at their best before going to market.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Product managers conduct market research, determine specifications, set pricing, and develop marketing strategies. While this isn\u2019t a highly technical role, product managers often work in tech companies and will do well if they can \u201cspeak the language.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Machine learning engineer<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-129524\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2020\/12\/machine_learning_700_prg54v.jpg\" alt=\"machine learning\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Machine learning engineers are programmers with advanced knowledge in the areas of AI and machine learning. They work to develop AI technology and work with complex algorithms and datasets to train systems. As more companies invest in these technologies, engineers can expect to have their pick of opportunities.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-card-starred-link\">\r\n  <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__body\">\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__row clearfix\">\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__col-logo\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-starred-link__img\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2018\/09\/robot-192.jpg\" width=\"100px\" height=\"100px\">\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__col-title\">\r\n        <p class=\"sc-card-starred-link__title\">How to succeed with a robot coworker<\/p>\r\n        <a class=\"sc-card-starred-link__button\" href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/how-to-succeed-with-a-robot-coworker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Read Now \u25ba<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <a class=\"sc-card-starred-link__link\" href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/how-to-succeed-with-a-robot-coworker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\"><\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Statistician<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Statisticians are in demand, with growth expected to rise by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/math\/mathematicians-and-statisticians.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">34% through 2024<\/a>. Statisticians collect and analyze data, looking for patterns that explain human behavior or uncover insights that address a range of public and private sector concerns. Today\u2019s businesses basically run on these massive datasets, so those with a firm grasp on statistics are a major asset to any company.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-card-starred-link\">\r\n  <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__body\">\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__row clearfix\">\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__col-logo\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-starred-link__img\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2018\/11\/code-coding-192.jpg\" width=\"100px\" height=\"100px\">\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__col-title\">\r\n        <p class=\"sc-card-starred-link__title\">Best online classes for leveling up your tech skills<\/p>\r\n        <a class=\"sc-card-starred-link__button\" href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/best-online-classes-for-leveling-up-your-tech-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Read Now \u25ba<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <a class=\"sc-card-starred-link__link\" href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/best-online-classes-for-leveling-up-your-tech-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\"><\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Sales director<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Sales professionals will still be in demand this year, and likely moving forward. Recruiters have long been having trouble filling sales positions with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glassdoor.com\/research\/why-is-hiring-so-hard-right-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">skilled workers who can keep pace with change<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">That change can be attributed to CRMs and other analytics tools that are now industry standards. There&#8217;s also a shift in buyer demographics, as millennials take on the lion&#8217;s share of B2B purchasing decisions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Still, technology, combined with the ability to read the room and connect with others makes a good salesperson hard to replace with a machine.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-card-starred-link\">\r\n  <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__body\">\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__row clearfix\">\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__col-logo\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-starred-link__img\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/forward-business-future-work-192.jpg\" width=\"100px\" height=\"100px\">\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-starred-link__col-title\">\r\n        <p class=\"sc-card-starred-link__title\">Complete guide to advancing your career<\/p>\r\n        <a class=\"sc-card-starred-link__button\" href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/career-work-jobs-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Read Now \u25ba<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <a class=\"sc-card-starred-link__link\" href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/career-work-jobs-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\"><\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Marketing Managers<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Marketing managers stand to stick around for the long haul, though their role may change in the coming years. As it stands, your average marketing manager is in charge of marketing campaigns, branding, social media, and content strategy.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Successful marketing managers should also be project managers, critical thinkers, and have the ability to monitor ad performance and other metrics. As marketing tech advances, this role may begin to evolve into a more analytic, decision-making focused role.<\/p>\n<p>And, moving forward, privacy concerns and a crowded social media market may make marketing more challenging. Those who can roll with the punches&#8211;and get around new rules and shifting algorithms will likely see success.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Financial Manager<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-129525\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2020\/12\/financial_planning_money_accounting_700_exfkg5.jpg\" alt=\"financial planner\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Financial managers are looking at a bright future, too. Because of the aging Boomer population, there is a huge demand for good financial advice. Financial managers help clients plan for short and longterm goals, like retirement, college funds, and buying a home. 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