Mobile App Development Jobs: Where Could I be Working?
The mobile app industry is booming. According to statista, there are 2.8 million mobile apps available at the Google Play Store, 2.2 million available through the Apple App Store, and by 2020 the industry is expected to generate nearly $190 billion in revenue. Yes, it's a good time to be a student of mobile development.
Studying mobile development allows you to gain the skills and knowledge needed to embark on a career in app development, which CNN reports is one of the fastest-growing jobs in the country. Here's a look at some of the mobile app development jobs that are out there--and where you can find them.
App Development Companies
While nearly everyone with a smartphone uses apps, only a relatively small number of people actually have the skills, knowledge and experience to develop apps. You'll find many of them working for companies that specialize in mobile app development.
Mobile app development companies can be found in every state, working with every industry and employing smart, creative professionals who help other companies develop and manage apps.
The work environment tends to be fast-paced, incredibly creative and often intense. That's why app development companies tend to hire people who can work well in team settings, have innovative spirits, can successfully interact with clients and can create digital products that solve problems, build brands and make lives easier for their users.
Public and Private Companies
While many organizations will hire app development companies to design and manage their mobile apps, others choose to use in-house teams.
Top companies such as Target Corp., Wells Fargo, and NIKE all employ mobile app developers. Many smaller companies--both those that are publicly and privately owned--also have in-house app developers. And of course you can work for Apple or Google.
If you want to work on an in-house team of app developers, you'll likely be required to have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, experience building user interfaces and the ability to meet deadlines.
Government Agencies
Businesses aren't the only organizations using mobile apps. Government agencies also use them to help people prepare for natural disasters, share important health-related information, communicate news and information, and help people find alternative fuel sources.
Developing mobile apps for government agencies can put you on the forefront of current events and emerging issues.
One day you may be developing an app that provides access to government services, the next you may be developing an app designed to share critically important information in the aftermath of a natural disaster.
Freelance
Sometimes it's best to be your own boss. This is especially true when you work in an industry that's growing as quickly as the mobile app industry. Many public and private companies, government agencies, and even mobile app development companies hire freelancers to develop and manage apps.
Working as a freelance mobile app developer offers an array of advantages, including flexibility, opportunities to work as much or as little as you'd like, and chances to gain experience in a variety of industries. But it also comes with challenges, such as constantly needed to be on the lookout for new clients, uncertain workflow, and less job security.
Interested in learning more about mobile app career opportunities?
These are just a few of the places where you'll find mobile app development jobs. In reality, the jobs are everywhere--in every industry and with every type of company, government agency, and organization. You just need to have the skills, knowledge, and experience to get your foot in the door.
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