7 TECH ROLES THAT DO NOT REQUIRE CODING.
Written by: Aanuoluwa Sanya
“The issues surrounding technological advancements cannot be left only to tech experts, governments, or business executives to address. The Fourth Industrial Revolution is here and is completely transforming the way we live and work. These unprecedented technologies require youths from diverse disciplines and backgrounds to join the conversation and become part of the revolution! “
- Nicky Verd (Disrupt Yourself Or Be Disrupted)
We could go on and on about how important it is to have technical skills in this day and age. Without a doubt, career paths in technology have become the norm. However, there are so many myths regarding careers in Tech, one of which is that you must be good at coding to thrive in technology. This is untrue, yes, quote us anywhere.
Wait, let us explain. While there are so many careers in Tech that require good skills and knowledge in coding, there are some tech career paths that do not.
If you are a beginner interested in pursuing a career in Tech, do not have any coding skills, and are not interested in learning how to code, here are some non-coding tech roles that you might want to consider moving forward.
- Product Manager
One of the most lucrative tech roles in the world is that of a product manager. A product manager is responsible for managing a specific product within a company.
The role of a product manager is crucial in any organization because a product manager balances the client’s needs and what is technically and operationally feasible while also ensuring that the organization doesn’t run at a loss.
Product managers are responsible for locating customer needs and matching them to company goals.
Product managers may conduct customer interviews to determine their needs, strategic planning, the documentation of particular product features, data analysis, etc.
A good Product manager must be a good communicator, empathic, able to pick things up quickly, and able to prioritize tasks effectively.
2. Technical support
Indeed, this skill does not require coding, but it does require that you have an understanding of IT. The job of Technical Support staff is to assist in identifying and resolving customer technical problems. They analyze, handle, and maintain all their company’s hardware and software issues.
Their duties include speaking with clients directly to learn about their technical problems; following up with them until the issue is resolved; getting client feedback; repairing or replacing the necessary parts; diagnosing, fixing, and repairing faults; amongst others.
Strong problem-solving skills, patience, interpersonal skills, and creative thinking, amongst others, are some of the necessary skills needed in this role.
3. Mobile Designer
If you already possess design skills and are familiar with design tools like Photoshop, it would be great if you considered mobile design. The job of Mobile designers is to develop apps for mobile devices such as tablets or mobile phones. As a Mobile Designer, a person can specialize in Android or iOS or work on multiple platforms.
The responsibilities of a Mobile Designer include creating web application designs, testing, and analyzing apps to ensure they are user and mobile-friendly.
You do not require coding to go into Tech.
4. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist
Have you ever heard of SEO specialists? Every organization with an online digital presence needs an SEO expert. The job of an SEO specialist is to ensure a website is optimized for major search engines so that it ranks highly.
SEO specialists guarantee visibility and expansion of website traffic, brand recognition, and lead generation. They use SEO tools (Google Analytics, Semrush, Ahrefs, etc.), analyze websites, conduct keyword research, and test, analyze, and tweak websites to ensure search results are pertinent to their organization’s content.
5. Information Architect
One of the less well-known tech roles that are lucrative and valuable is that of an information architect. An information architect facilitates a positive user experience by organizing and designing the information structure for websites and web applications in a user-friendly manner.
Finding areas for improvement in architectural information designs; formulating and creating informational designs; creating prototypes for informational architecture flows; collaborating with the UX/UI team; making the organization’s website interactive and user-friendly; etc., are all everyday tasks performed by information architects during a typical day’s work.
Some of the skills required for the role of an information architect are Copywriting, proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, and knowledge of digital marketing, design, and marketing.
6. Project Manager
The project manager role is in demand in every industry. The role of a project manager is often likened to the role of a product manager, but they are very distinct. A Project Manager is an expert who organizes, plans, and manages projects while adhering to constraints like budgets and schedules.
The project manager is held accountable for the success or failure of the project, regardless of whether they are managing a marketing campaign, building a structure, creating a computer system, or launching a new product.
Practical communication skills, excellent time management skills, the ability to negotiate, manage risks, critical thinking, and problem-solving, amongst others, are skills that a project manager should possess.
7. Technical writer
The role of a Technical writer involves simplifying complex and technically challenging written material so that target audiences can easily read it. They gather and develop technical information to produce maintenance and operating instructions, technical and instructional manuals, journal articles, and other documentation for manufacturers, designers, and clients.
A technical writer strives to produce error-free documentation to establish credibility with their target audience. They take great pride in having excellent language, writing, and communication skills.
In addition to having excellent research and exploration skills, technical writers conduct in-depth research to produce a document that effectively conveys information. As a result, the reader can better locate, comprehend, and apply what they read.
Any of the above-listed career paths will make a great career path for anyone seeking to transition into Tech. However, one must be willing to work and dedicate time to learning the skills required in a preferred career path. We hope you found this piece insightful.
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