An IoT engineer designs, develops, and manages Internet of Things (IoT) devices and systems to enable seamless connectivity and data exchange.
18,000+
Number of U.S. job listings by employers in the last 12 months
$115,000
Median annual salary
39,000
Projected employment through 2030
What is an IoT engineer?
The IoT engineer is an evolution of the network engineer or architect role, focusing on enhancing process automation and maintaining sensor networks for IoT applications. This role involves developing and implementing testing strategies and toolsets to ensure software quality. By designing and supporting frameworks for test infrastructure, the engineer aims to improve system reliability and stability. Additionally, the IoT engineer provides valuable automation expertise and mentorship to foster growth and innovation.
U.S. hiring data
Source: CompTIA analysis of Lightcast & U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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