The term “new-collar job” relates to new technology openings that emerge in a relatively short term as a result of new technology trends and developments as industries are moving into a new technology era and jobs are created that require new skills in data science, cloud computing and artificial intelligence. Why do new-collar jobs require specific HR software solutions? Because new positions have not been planned and must be filled quickly which requires a certain infrastructure in place to quickly find, screen, train and manage suitable candidates. Typical new-collar jobs include: cloud computing technicians, DevOps, microservice integrators, database managers, cybersecurity analysts, user interface designers, and other assorted IT roles. Soft technical skills required for these roles may be developed through crash course training programs.
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