5 Jobs That Will Be in Demand in 2030

2. Fintech Engineers

Projected Jobs Created: 32.5%

Under the field of fintech engineering, the US market has a $4 trillion valuation, with digital payments spearheading the industry at over $1.2 trillion. This thriving sector has seen an increase in equity funding, with $22 billion raised across 381 deals since 2019. Fintech startups like Airbase, BitGo, and Cognaize are all revolutionizing payment solutions, automation, and AI integration. With over 62% of global fintech transactions projected to be in the US by 2028, the demand for skilled professionals like fintech engineers is growing at an unprecedented scale. The average salary for a fintech engineer in the US is $139,000.