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7. Software Architect

Median Base Salary: $128,250

Number of Job Openings: 655

A software architect is essentially a computer programmer who makes decisions on design, coding standards and platforms.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts employment for software developers to grow 17% over the 10 years through 2024, much faster than the average job, due to increasing demand for computer software, according to the agency.

8. Integrated Circuit Design Engineer

Median Base Salary: $127,500

Number of Job Openings: 165

Integrated circuit design, or IC design, is a subset of electronics engineering. Engineers who specialize in this field develop electronic components such as microprocessors and memory.

IC designers "research, plan and oversee circuit design and production," according to Study.com. "Designers might be involved from project conception through final production or be responsible for a particular phase of development. These professionals apply electronics engineering principles -- including signal processing and control systems -- with technical skills to design microelectronics and simulate performance."

The career requires significant education as the field is quite complex. Engineers must also be licensed by a particular state.

However, the outlook for the field is not as promising as other careers on Glassdoor's list due to increasing automation as well as intense foreign competition.

9. IT Manager

Median Base Salary: $120,000

Number of Job Openings: 3,152

IT managers are computer and information-systems experts who plan, coordinate and oversee an organization's computer-related activities as well as implement systems that meet a company's goals. IT managers typically need a bachelor's degree in computer or information science. Many also obtain a graduate degree.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics equates solutions architects to computer and information systems managers. Jobs in this field are projected to grow 15% over the 10 years through 2024, much faster than the average job.

"Demand for computer and information systems managers will grow as firms increasingly expand their business to digital platforms," according to the agency.

10. Solutions Architect

Median Base Salary: $120,000

Number of Job Openings: 2,838

A solutions architect, or systems architect, is responsible for designing and organizing computer systems and custom applications used by companies. While similar to IT consulting, this role is more focused on the development and implementation of an interface that employees can use to make their jobs easier and more efficient.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics equates solutions architects to computer network architects. Those jobs are expected to grow by 9% over the 10 years through 2024, faster than the average job, according to the agency.