We've curated high-demand jobs in IT, technology and data in the South Bend Region. Take a look at the different jobs available including salary information. For more details on tech+data careers and other opportunities, visit Indiana Career Explorer.
Design and test prompts that guide artificial intelligence systems to provide clear, useful and accurate responses and improve interactions between people and AI tools.
Typical Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $85,600/yr. ($41.13/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $109,328/yr. ($52.54/hr.)
Expert Level: $137,976/yr. ($66.30/hr.)
Study how organizations use technology, then design software, hardware or systems solutions to make usage faster, safer and more efficient.
Typical Education Requirement: Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $57,200/yr. ($27.49/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $83,220/yr. ($39.99/hr.)
Expert Level: $130,260/yr. ($62.59/hr.)
Build and maintain systems that store, manage and move data securely, often using cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud or Azure.
Typical Education Requirement: Technical Certificate or Associate’s Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $42,430/yr. ($20.39/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $70,780/yr. ($34.01/hr.)
Expert Level: $152,510/yr. ($73.29/hr.)
Install, monitor and troubleshoot servers and computer equipment in data centers to keep essential technology running smoothly..
Typical Education Requirement: Technical Certificate or Associate’s Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $42,500/yr. ($20.42/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $55,088/yr. ($26.47/hr.)
Expert Level: $60,000/yr. ($28.83/hr.)
Collect and analyze data using coding, math and investigative creativity to uncover patterns, make predictions, solve problems and create reports.
Typical Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $57,710/yr. ($27.73/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $81,660/yr. ($39.24/hr.)
Expert Level: $122,440/yr. ($58.84/hr.)
Manage databases that store large amounts of information (like customer records, student grades or bank transactions) to ensure data is organized, secure, and easy to access.
Typical Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $53,000/yr. ($25.47/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $78,640/yr. ($37.79/hr.)
Expert Level: $137,540/yr. ($66.09/hr.)
Work with health records and data systems to organize and manage patient health information and help doctors and nurses use digital tools to deliver safer, faster and more effective care.
Typical Education Requirement: Master's Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $57,200/yr. ($27.49/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $83,220/yr. ($39.99/hr.)
Expert Level: $83,220/yr. ($39.99/hr.)
Troubleshoot problems, install updates and keep technology running smoothly at schools, businesses and organizations.
Typical Education Requirement: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $38,290/yr. ($18.40/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $52,610/yr. ($25.28/hr.)
Expert Level: $72,340/yr. ($34.76/hr.)
Monitor systems for threats, investigate breaches and design security measures to protect organizations from cyberattacks and data theft.
Typical Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $62,710/yr. ($30.13/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $89,440/yr. ($42.98/hr.)
Expert Level: $156,590/yr. ($75.25/hr.)
Plan and oversee projects from start to finish to keep teams on track with timelines, goals and budgets.
Typical Education Requirement: Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $42,430/yr. ($20.40/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $70,780/yr. ($34.03/hr.)
Expert Level: $152,210/yr. ($73.18/hr.)
Design, write code and test computer programs, apps and games.
Typical Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $65,150/yr. ($31.32/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $97,930/yr. ($47.08/hr.)
Expert Level: $142,460/yr. ($68.49/hr.)
Design layouts, colors and navigation to create websites and digital experiences that are easy to use and visually appealing.
Typical Education Requirement: Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree
Entry-Level Pay: $46,680/yr. ($22.44/hr.)
Average Pay/Salary: $83,060/yr. ($39.93/hr.)
Expert Level: $108,550/yr. ($52.19/hr.)
