Computer programmer doing a run test on a system he developed. (Photo : Getty Images/Rusty Jarrett )
If you are looking for new job this 2017, cheer up! That is because the job market this year looks promising and solid, especially for those who will be working in the fields of health care, business and technology.
While not all jobs are created equal in the post-recession economy, some professions and industries are pulling ahead of the rest most especially when it comes to compensation and benefits, especially this year. There are just plenty of lucrative career prospects that people should be focusing on and here are some of those that you should be looking into if you are considering a career change.
1. Data scientist. As a data scientist, you will be working more on the data infrastructure of the company and according to Lifehacker, a data scientist can earn as much as $110,000 median base salary.
2. DevOps Engineer. DevOps Engineer is the one who combines his skills as a business analyst together with his technical knowledge to build a solution.
3. Dentist. Dentist is one of the top ranked jobs in the US for 2017, according to US News and can earn as much as $152,700 median salary.
4. Nurse practitioner. Nurse practitioners are the ones who treat patients for a variety of issues and they may or they may not work independently from a physician.
5. Statistician. If you have a passion for numbers and exemplary skills for Mathematics, you can be a Statistician. What you will do is to use data to make decisions, and it can open doors of opportunities for you.
6. Orthodontist. An orthodontist can help patients align and straighten misaligned or crooked teeth and can earn as much as $187,199 median salary.
7. Pediatrician. Pediatricians are the doctors who treat and diagnose illnesses of infants, children and even young adults.
8. Computer Systems Analyst. These are the experts who help their companies by evaluating and enhancing their computer systems.
9. Optometrist. Optometrists are the medical professionals who specialize in eye care and treatment, and they prescribe contact lenses and glasses to help patients see clearer and better.
10. Software Developer. Software developers or computer programmers design and create computer programs and applications based on the client or company's needs.
