20 Top Career Paths for Tech Geeks: Which One Is Right for You?

If you love technology and data, these are the careers for you.

From developing computer games to building secure financial transaction platforms, tech skills are currently in high demand. Even better, there is an ongoing and chronic national shortage of talent, which has resulted in tech job salaries jumping 14% in some cities this year, according to the Dice Tech Salary Report.

Let’s look at the tech jobs that pay the highest salaries first. Then we’ll cover the best ways to get your first foot on the job ladder.