To be very honest, there has never been a better time to learn the
concept of data science than today. The job landscape seems quite promising;
opportunities span multiple industries and the nature of the job often allows
for remote work flexibility and even self-employment. The following post
emphasizes on top cities across the globe with the highest pay packages for
data scientists.
Industries across the globe keep
diversifying on a constant basis. With technology reaching new heights and a
majority of the population having unlimited access to an internet connection;
there is no denying in the fact that big data and data analytics have started
gaining momentum over the years showing no signs of slowing down. Demand for
knowing data analytics professionals currently outweighs the supply, meaning
that companies are willing to pay a premium to fill their open job positions.
Further below, I would like to mention regarding certain skills required for a
job in data analytics.
- Python- Being one of the most used programming
languages; Python has a solid understanding of how it can be used for data
analytics. Even if it’s not a required skill, knowledge and understanding
Python will give you an upper hand when showing future employers the value that
you can bring to their companies. Just make sure you learn how to manipulate
and analyze data, understand the concept of web scraping and data collection,
and start building web applications. - SQL (Structured Query Language) – Like Python, SQL is
a relatively easy language to start learning. Even if you are just getting
started, a little SQL experience goes a long way. This will give you the
confidence to navigate large databases and to obtain and work with the data you
need for your projects. You can always seek out opportunities to continue
learning once you get your first job. - Data Visualization Skills- Regardless of the career
path you are looking into, it is very crucial to visualize and communicate
insights related to your company’s services, and the bottom line is a valuable
skill set that will turn the heads of employers. Data scientists are a bit like
data translators for other people who exactly know what conclusions to draw
from their datasets.
Have a look at cities across the
globe that offers the best opportunities for the position of data scientists.
- San Jose, California- Have you ever dreamed about
working at Silicon Valley? I am sure who hasn’t! It’s the dream destination of
any tech enthusiasts and emerging hot spot for data scientists all across the
globe. Being an international headquarters and main offices of the majority of
the American tech corporations; it offers a plethora of job opportunities and
the payment. It may quite interest you to know that the average salary of a
chief data scientist is estimated to be at $132,355 per year. - Bengaluru, India- Second city in the list is
Bengaluru, India. The analytics market is touted to be the best in the country,
with the state government, analytics startups, and tech giants contributing
substantially to the overall development of the sector. Average salary is
estimated to be ₹ 12 lakh per annum. - Lexington Park, The United States- Being one of the
leading states in the country; Lexington is considered to be the best when it
comes to job creation and opportunities in STEM fields. Mainly known for its
thriving tech community, the average salary of a data scientist would be
$97,656. Also, the state is known to house some of the top names in the field
of technology. - Geneva, Switzerland- If you are seeking around for one
of the costliest cities in this beautiful paradise; it is Geneva. Call yourself
fortunate, if you happen to land in a position of a data scientist. The mean
salary of a researcher starts at 180,000 Swiss Fr, and a chief data scientist
can earn as much as 200,000 Swiss Fr with an average bonus ranging between
9,650-18,000 Swiss Fr. - London, United Kingdom- One of the top destinations in
Europe that offers high-paying and reputable jobs is London. UK government
seems to rely on technologies day in day out due to which the number of
opportunities in the field has gone up substantially.
So that’s all for now! Where are
you heading to?
About the Author
Stephanie Donahole is working as a Business Analyst at Tatvasoft Australia, a custom software development company in Melbourne, Australia. She loves to write about technology innovation and emergence. Follow Her on Twitter.
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