Charted: The World’s Fastest Growing Jobs (2025-2030)

Marcus Lu
2025-07-21 09:15:00
www.visualcapitalist.com

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app.

The World’s Fastest Growing Jobs by 2030

This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources.

Key Takeaways

Big Data Specialists are expected to be the world’s fastest growing job between 2025 and 2030, according to a global survey of employers.
Almost all of the top 15 fastest growing jobs are related to artificial intelligence or robotics, underscoring a major shift in the global labor market.

Fueled by the rise of artificial intelligence and automation, the global job market is undergoing a major transformation.

To learn more about this trend, we’ve visualized the 15 fastest growing jobs projected from 2025 to 2030, drawing on a global survey of employers.

Data & Discussion

The data for this visualization comes from the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025. It forecasts net job growth between 2025 and 2030, based on a survey containing 1,043 unique responses by global companies, collectively representing more than 14.1 million employees worldwide.

Job Title	Net Growth 2025-2030 (%)
Big Data Specialists	110
FinTech Engineers	95
AI and Machine Learning Specialists	85
Software and Applications Developers	60
Security Management Specialists	55
Data Warehousing Specialists	50
Autonomous and Electric Vehicle Specialists	45
UI and UX Designers	45
Light Truck or Delivery Services Drivers	45
Internet of Things Specialists	40
Data Analysts and Scientists	40
Environmental Engineers	40
Information Security Analysts	40
DevOps Engineer	40
Renewable Energy Engineers	40

Big Data and AI Roles Are the Fastest Growing Jobs

At the top of the list are Big Data Specialists, expected to grow by 110% by 2030. They’re followed by FinTech Engineers (95%) and AI and Machine Learning Specialists (85%).

This signals an urgent demand for professionals who can build and manage AI systems and extract insights from massive data sets.

Software and Cybersecurity Jobs Still Essential

Software and Applications Developers remain crucial, with 60% projected growth. Cybersecurity-related roles also make the list, including Security Management Specialists (55%) and Information Security Analysts (40%).

As more data and infrastructure moves online, organizations must also invest more in cybersecurity to defend against evolving risks. According to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2024, the global average cost of a data breach is $4.9 million, up 10% from 2023.

Learn More on the Voronoi App

If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Best Universities for High-Paying Tech Jobs on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Source Link

Keep your files stored safely and securely with the SanDisk 2TB Extreme Portable SSD. With over 69,505 ratings and an impressive 4.6 out of 5 stars, this product has been purchased over 8K+ times in the past month. At only $129.99, this Amazon’s Choice product is a must-have for secure file storage.

Help keep private content private with the included password protection featuring 256-bit AES hardware encryption. Order now for just $129.99 on Amazon!

Unlock unlimited streaming with a free Amazon Prime trial!
Sign up today!

Help Power Techcratic’s Future – Scan To Support

If Techcratic’s content and insights have helped you, consider giving back by supporting the platform with crypto. Every contribution makes a difference, whether it’s for high-quality content, server maintenance, or future updates. Techcratic is constantly evolving, and your support helps drive that progress.

As a solo operator who wears all the hats, creating content, managing the tech, and running the site, your support allows me to stay focused on delivering valuable resources. Your support keeps everything running smoothly and enables me to continue creating the content you love. I’m deeply grateful for your support, it truly means the world to me! Thank you!

BITCOIN

Bitcoin Logo