The 10 Highest Paying Emerging New Jobs In 2024

Due to the rapid pace of innovation and shifts in market demand, exciting job titles that barely existed a decade or two ago have now evolved into high-paying and impactful careers.

The US Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects a 4.7 million increase in jobs available by 2032. Many of the highest-paying emerging jobs that are shaping the future lie at the intersection of health, technology, and sustainability.

Some of these jobs can pay up to $650K a year, so if you’re looking to pivot in your career or simply maximize your earning potential, exploring these emerging roles could pave your way to success.

Here are the top 10 highest-paying emerging jobs in 2024…

1. Chief Growth Officer

A Chief Growth Officer (CGO) is a relatively new C-Suite role, and it’s number 1 on LinkedIn’s Jobs on the Rise Report, which lists fast-growing roles based on trends in job titles and postings on the platform.

The role of the CGO is to craft and execute a holistic growth strategy for a company, unlike traditional roles confined to sales or marketing. 

According to Glassdoor, the salary range for Chief Growth Officers is $348K - $650K per year.

Top companies hiring Chief Growth Officers

• Suno (New York, NY) - Head of Growth - $220K-$290K

• On-Ramps (New York, NY) - Chief Growth Officer - $204K - $240K

• Lantana Consulting Group (Thetford, VT) - Chief Growth Officer - $180K - $220K

While only 14% of companies had a CGO in 2019, most (53%) of CEOs and senior executives list ‘growth’ among their top priorities according to Gartner, so the demand for Chief Growth Officers is only expected to increase in the upcoming years.

2. Director of Revenue Operations

According to Forbes, over 90% of B2B organizations are actively changing the way they lead and align revenue teams.

This drives the need for a Director of Revenue Operations (RevOps), whose main task is to empower revenue teams for the entire revenue cycle by integrating operations, systems, and data.

The salary range for a Director of Revenue Operations is $176K - $287K annually (Glassdoor, 2024)

Top companies hiring a Director of Revenue Operations

• Bitly (US/Remote) - Director, Revenue Operations - $161K-$242K

• LaunchDarkly (US/Remote) - Director of Revenue Systems - $154K - $181K 

• Gorgias (New York, NY) - Director of Revenue Operations) - $180K - $200K

• Porch Group (US/Remote) - Director, Revenue Accounting Operations - $157.5K - $220.5K

3. Energy Storage Specialist

According to Storm4, a greentech recruitment agency, the demand for engineers and specialists in green technologies has surged 55% over the last five years.

The rise of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind is driving the demand for energy storage specialists, whose role is to develop, implement, and manage energy storage systems.

The annual salary range of energy storage specialists is $171K - $291K.

Top companies hiring Energy Storage Specialists

• Kintech Search (New York, NY/Hybrid) - Senior Energy Storage Analyst - $153K - $187K

• Burns & McDonnell (Denver, CO) - Senior Energy Storage Engineer - $160K-$225K

• RWE (Austin, TX) - Energy Storage Engineer - $108K - $165K

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) estimates that the renewable energy sector is poised to provide 42 million jobs by 2050.

4. AI Prompt Engineer

AI job listings have surged by 42% according to the Wall Street Journal.

AI Engineers specialize in designing, optimizing, and managing prompts for AI models to ensure that they produce accurate and useful outputs.

The annual salary range for AI Prompt Engineers is $156K - $264K according to Glassdoor, but Forbes reports that it can go from $200K up to more than $300K.

Top companies hiring AI Prompt Engineers

• 3M (Minnesota) - GenAI Lead Prompt Engineer - $178K - $300K

• Vectra AI (US/Remote) - Prompt Engineer - $115K - $190K

• LinkedIn (New York, NY/Hybrid) - Editorial Prompt Engineer - $93K-$150K

5. AI Consultant

As more and more organizations adopt AI, specialists such as AI Consultants guide businesses to navigate this transformation at the organizational level.

PwC reports that in 2022, over 50% of large enterprises are already using AI consulting services.

The annual salary range for this role is $154K - $255K.

Top companies hiring AI Consultants

Plenty of companies offer remote work opportunities for AI consultants on top of impressive salaries, including:

• TELUS International (US/Remote) - Generative AI Training Dataset Consultant- $114K - $143K

• Bridgepointe Technologies (US/Remote) - AI Consultant - $75/hr - $100/hr

• InterEx Group (US/Remote) - GenAI Consultant - $70/hr - $100/hr

The US market for corporate AI consulting alone is valued at $37.8 billion, and it’s expected to reach $64.3 billion by 2028 (BCC Research, 2024).

This shows the demand for more AI specialists who can advise companies on how to achieve their business goals.

6. Telehealth Specialist

The COVID-19 pandemic pushed for more telehealth services as an alternative to in-person visits. But even in the post-pandemic world, it’s not going away.

The Department of Health and Services reports that in 2022, the use of telehealth services remains above pre-pandemic levels at an average of 22%.

Increased access to technology, the need for efficiency, and the shift towards patient-centeredness are driving the demand for telehealth specialists whose role is to coordinate and deliver healthcare services remotely.

A Telehealth Director, for example, makes $145K - $262K according to Glassdoor.

The best part? Being able to fulfill your role in a flexible work environment due to the prevalence of remote work opportunities in this role.

Top companies hiring Telehealth Specialists

• Equip Health (US/Remote) - Licensed Telehealth Therapist - $80,000 - $90,000

• Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. (Florida) - Counselor Military Support (Remote) - $70,0900 - $105,300

• Klarity Health (Ohio/Remote) - Mental Health Counselor (Telehealth) - $120/hr

7. Blockchain Developers

BSV Blockchain projects that the blockchain technology market will grow from $17.57 billion in 2023 to $469.49 billion by 2030.

The rise of cryptocurrencies, decentralized finance (DeFi), and smart contracts has created a high demand for developers to build and maintain these systems.

A Blockchain Developer in the US makes $111K - $186K per year, based on 200 salary submissions on Glassdoor.

Due to global demand, plenty of job opportunities also offer the chance to work remotely.

Top companies hiring Blockchain Developers

• DeepRec.ai (US/Remote) - Blockchain Integration Engineer - $200K - $350K

• Realm (US/Remote) - Blockchain Developer - $100K - $140K

• Bitcoin Devs Company (US/Remote) - Blockchain Integration Developer - $120K - $180K 

• Synechron (Charlotte, NC) - Blockchain Developer - $125K - $130K

8. Genomic Data Scientist

While data science itself is not entirely new, the specific application within the rapidly growing field of genomics makes Genomic Data Scientist an emerging job with high demand and promising future prospects.

According to the National Human Genome Research Institute, genomics research will generate between 2 and 40 exabytes of data within the next decade.

A Genomic Data Scientist analyzes and interprets complex genomic data to advance personalized medicine, drug development, and genetic research.

The average salary of a Genomic Data Scientist is $91K - $165K according to Glassdoor.

Top companies hiring Genomic Data Scientists

• Kaiser Permanente (Los Angeles, CA) - Genomic Scientist - $112,300 - $145,310

• Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (Livermore, CA) - Genomic Scientist - $159,330 - $204,636

• MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston, TX) - Data Scientist Geneomic Medicine - $103,000 - $155,000

9. Sustainable Finance Specialist

A Sustainable Finance Specialist fulfills the critical role of helping organizations integrate sustainability into their financial decisions and activities.

Due to growing awareness among businesses of environmental and social issues, the sustainable finance market size is estimated to grow over 22% between 2024 and 2032 from its current value of $5.4 trillion.

A major perk when you work in sustainable finance is making a living while creating positive impact on the environment.

Top companies hiring Sustainable Finance Specialists

• Playground Global (Palo Alto, CA/Hybrid) - Investment Associate, Decarbonization - $150K-$200K

• Comity (New York, NY) - Strategic Finance Lead - $150K-$200K

• Reinvestment Fund (USA/Remote) - Director, Clean Energy & Sustainable Finance Lending - $145K-$180K

• Calibrant Energy (USA/Remote) - Project Finance Associate - $135K

• RBC (New York, NY) - Sustainable Finance Group Associate - $130K - $175K

10. Wind Turbine Technicians

For all occupations in the United States, the average growth is 7.7%. Wind turbine technicians, on the other hand, are expected to grow by 45% by 2032. That’s over 4x faster than average.

Wind energy is not entirely new, but it’s only between 1990 to 2022 that the US electricity generation from wind energy grew from less than 1% to more than 10%. (U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2023).

This is expected to increase as the government and companies continue to invest in renewable energy sources.

Wind turbine technicians, also known as windtechs, rake in a salary between $47,360 to $90,300 per year according to the United States Bureau of Labor and Statistics.

And you don’t need a traditional college degree. Windtechs typically attend technical schools or community colleges, where they may complete a postsecondary certificate in wind energy technology or choose to earn an associate’s degree.

Top companies hiring wind turbine technicians 

• Scout Clean Energy (Hand County, SD) - Senior Associate Wind technician - $75K - $80K

• Clearway Energy Group (Vega, TX) - Wind Technician - $45,000 - $90,000

• EDF Renewables North America (Altoon, PA) - Lead Wind Technician - $27/hr - $46/hr

Conclusion

Embracing a growth mindset and learning rare and valuable skills are critical to position yourself for success in an ever-shifting job market.

Because these jobs barely existed 20 years ago, thriving in a fast-changing environment requires staying abreast of new technology developments and advancements in knowledge.

By honing in-demand skills, these emerging roles promise not only financial rewards but also the opportunity to be at the forefront of cutting-edge developments in various industries worldwide.

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