Technology companies have make headlines for mass layoffs last. Google, Microsoft and Amazon have all announced they will be laying off tens of thousands of employees, and Twitter and Meta have all announced layoffs in the fall.
But the need for technology skills remains high. Vicki Salemi, career specialist at Monster. “Employers are struggling to find workers in this tight labor market” that can accommodate varying technology needs.
While employers are not always looking for full-time professionals, some may be looking for part-time job or contract. If you have a technical background and are looking for opportunities, here are 7 skills that will likely be in demand by freelancers this year. according to the freelancer platform Upworkalong with descriptions of what each requires and how much the freelancers on the site are charging.
Full stack development
Full stack developer trained in building both the front and back of the site. The user interface is what the user sees and interacts with, and the user interface powers the website. They know programming languages like JavaScript and Python, and test websites and software to make sure both are working smoothly.
Full stack developers on Upwork charge as much as $135 per hour.
mobile application development
A mobile app developer is a software engineer who specializes in creating apps for smartphones, tablets, and computers. They know the coding language, fix any bugs that arise in the software, and work with graphic designers and data scientists to build their apps.
They charge as much as $155 per hour.
Web design
Web designers build websites, create proper functionality and look and feel using programming languages like HTML and JavaScript, and graphic design software like Adobe Photoshop.
Web designers on Upwork charge as much as $250 per hour.
UX/UI design
These designers focus on creating user-friendly experiences on websites and apps. They plan their site structure, develop the content, create prototypes, and check for errors.
They charge as much as $120 per hour.
CMS development
A content management system, CMS, is a piece of software that helps users manage their various content, from creating content to publishing it. It also stores content in its database for later use. CMS developers are responsible for developing both the back end and front end of the software.
CMS developers charge as much as $105 per hour.
Manual check
These professionals test the functionality of the software without the help of automated tools. They make sure the software works correctly in different situations and note any errors or problems during implementation.
Manual testers charge as much as $50 per hour on Upworks.
Scripting and Automation
Automation scripts are lists of commands for software that help automate tasks like sending emails to customers. Experts write them in programming languages like Python and JavaScript.
Scripting and automation professionals charge as much as $350 per hour.
“We use technology every day,” said Margaret Lilani, vice president of talent solutions at Upwork. “We use it to work, we use it to learn, we use it to communicate, we use it to trade.” That’s especially true over the past three years, as people increasingly rely on their devices to stay connected.
“That genie isn’t coming back in the bottle,” she said, adding that, “in terms of their business and their digital presence, they have to have that.”
If you’re looking to gain these skills, Salemi recommends looking at online certificate programs, MBA programs, or community college courses.
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