Internet-of-things architect
Design the latest internet-ready devices and help protect systems from hacking attempts and find new business opportunities.
About the job
What it's like
There are billions of devices in the world connected to the internet, collectively known as the internet-of-things. As an internet-of-things architect, you'll be:
designing the latest internet-ready devices
protecting crucial systems from hacking attempts
finding new business opportunities hidden in online data
Your tasks might include:
testing and selecting new data collection technologies such as sensors and actuators (sensors turn a physical input into an electrical output, and actuators do the opposite)
working with clients and other IT professionals
collecting and interpreting valuable business data from internet-connected devices
adapting to rapid technological change on the internet-of-things through continuous research and study
managing project timelines and budgets
Hours
Working hours can vary, but usually full-time hours will be 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Some jobs or projects might require you to work longer hours or weekends.
Environment
You’ll usually be office based and work at a computer most of the time.
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- working with technology
- verbal communication
- problem solving
- listening
- cooperating
- analysing
- adaptability
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Foundation Apprenticeship: Software Development
You can get a head start in this career by doing a Foundation Apprenticeship in S5 and S6.
You'll get an SCQF level 6 qualification which is the same level as a Higher. You'll also learn new skills and gain valuable experience in a work environment.
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There are many ways to get qualified for this job. You could go to college, university or get work-based qualifications, such as an apprenticeship.
Many employers will ask for a Higher National Diploma (HND) or degree in maths and technology fields such as:
computer/data science
computer engineering
maths or maths related subjects
information technology
networking technologies
business information systems
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software engineering
Postgraduate data engineering courses are available. A background in a related field such as business, quantitative science or computing is helpful when applying.
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