We live surrounded by smart objects that communicate with each other. From sensors that optimize energy consumption in a factory, to medical devices that send real-time data, or vehicles capable of anticipating traffic. All of this is possible thanks to the Internet of Things (IoT), one of the technologies transforming our daily lives and also the job market.
Taking advantage of the updated content in the “Technologies 4.0” (Spanish version) course, available for free on our online platform Conecta Empleo, we invite you to discover which professional profiles are in demand in the IoT field, what skills are needed, how salaries are evolving, and where the job opportunities are.
What is IoT and Why is it Transforming Employment?
The Internet of Things allows everyday objects to be connected to the internet and to each other: sensors, devices, vehicles, industrial machines, etc. All of this generates data that can be analyzed in real time and turned into more efficient decisions. Its application extends to sectors as diverse as Industry 4.0, logistics, and mobility.
The Employment Map identifies IoT as one of the emerging areas with the highest growth in job offers in recent years. The specialized portal tecnoempleo.com confirms that positions related to IoT are gaining importance every day, especially in regions such as Madrid, Catalonia, Valencia, and the Basque Country.
Most In-Demand Professional Profiles in IoT
IoT professionals combine a wide range of technical knowledge: electronics, programming, networks, cloud, or Big Data. This leads to a variety of roles, such as:
- IoT Developer: Develop the software that enables a sensor, device, or
machine to communicate. - IoT Architect: Design the entire system, from devices to their connection with cloud platforms.
- IoT Security Specialists: Protect devices and communications against cyberattacks.
- Integration and Deployment Technicians: Responsible for installing and launching solutions in real environments.
- IoT Data Engineers: Analyze the information generated by devices to extract value.
What Skills Are Needed?
Training to work in the IoT field does not require advanced prior knowledge, but it does involve learning to operate in a multidisciplinary environment.
Some of the most valued competencies by companies are:
- Programming in languages such as C/C++, widely used for embedded devices, and Python, increasingly present in data analysis or automation projects. In fact, this latter area of expertise appears in more than 2,600
job offers according to our Employment Map. - Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS IoT, Azure IoT Hub, or Google Cloud IoT. Currently, cloud is the most in-demand skill in the job market. More than 6,600 job vacancies require proficiency in this
technology, based on data from the aforementioned Map. - Security in embedded environments: Protecting devices with limited
resources, such as sensors or controllers. - Knowledge of hardware and microcontrollers.
Salaries and Career Prospects
IoT profiles offer good salary prospects and great projection. A junior IoT developer can start with gross annual salaries between €26,000 and €32,000. With experience, especially in programming, connectivity, or system integration, salaries can exceed €40,000.
More specialized profiles, such as IoT architects or industrial cybersecurity experts, reach between €50,000 and €65,000, especially in sectors like energy, industry, or mobility.
If you are at a turning point, want to improve your employability, or are simply curious about this technology, now is the time to start with the online course “Technologies 4.0,” designed to help you take the leap into the jobs of the future.
