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Computer Occupation

Operational-level

Also known as: Artificial Intelligence Specialist, Business Consultant, Computer Console Operator, Computer Laboratory Technician

Tech & EngineeringBachelor's Degree

Job Description

As a computer occupation professional, you solve technology problems, manage systems, or provide technical support. You might work with computer hardware, software applications, or network infrastructure. This can happen in an office, remotely, or on-site, often collaborating with team members and assisting users. You'll use various tools to diagnose issues, implement solutions, and ensure smooth operation of computer systems. This job suits those who enjoy logical problem-solving and working with technology to help others.
Computer ScienceSoftware DevelopmentInformation TechnologySystems AnalysisTechnologyEngineeringProblem SolvingSoftwareSTEMAI (Artificial Intelligence)

A Day in the Life

You arrive at your open-plan office in downtown Seattle, grab a coffee, and settle into your ergonomic chair. Your dual monitors flicker to life as you log into your workstation. The first task is always to check the internal communications on Slack and then open Jira, our ticketing system, to see what problems have popped up overnight. You scan for any high-priority alerts, mentally prioritizing your day. A couple of urgent "cannot log in" tickets are already waiting.

Job Outlook 2025-2035

Bright Outlook

O*NET flags this career as a Bright Outlook occupation: grows rapidly over the next decade.

Projected growth

+5.1%

US average: +3.5%

Job openings

27,000

per year (US)

Jobs today

471,200

in 2025 → 495,300 (2035)

Typical entry education

Bachelor's degree

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook.

Future Perspective

Growing Job Market

The outlook for computer occupations is growing, with many job openings projected. This field is expected to see rapid growth through 2035, with about 27,000 openings each year. You can advance your career by gaining experience, specializing in areas like IT solutions or project management, or pursuing further education.

Career ladder

Often before this role

  • IT Support Technician
  • Systems Operator

Where it can lead

  • IT Solutions Architect
  • IT Project Manager

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will significantly reshape these diverse computer occupations by automating routine tasks such as data entry, basic system monitoring, and code generation, allowing professionals to focus on more complex problem-solving and innovation. This shift will likely increase demand for skills in AI integration, ethical AI development, and managing AI-powered systems, potentially creating specialized new roles within this broad category.