The top ten highlight jobs in 2025 are released! As the new year is approaching, are you also considering welcoming a new job, a new runway, and injecting a new atmosphere into the new year?
1111 Job Bank pointed out that the focus of the job market in 2025 will be AI technology, sustainable development (ESG) and health healing industry. "THE INTERN" organizes the job content, salary range and market trends of the "Top Ten Highlight Jobs in 2025" for you to help workers who intend to change jobs find the next track in their careers:
The top ten highlight jobs in 2025 are released! Understand the 4 major job market trends at once
Trend 1: AI and Technology job vacancies are on the rise
AI Machine Learning Engineer
Generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) is one of the most transformative technologies in the 21st century, with applications covering text, images, music and other fields. Engineers who promote AI machine learning have become one of the most in-demand jobs in the market. AI machine learning engineers are mainly responsible for developing and deploying AI applications. They need to have Python programming capabilities, be familiar with machine learning frameworks, and collaborate with data scientists and software engineers.
- Salary: The annual salary of new employees is about NT$ 700,000 to NT$ 800,000, and that of senior employees (with 5 years of working experience) can exceed NT$ 1 million.
- Market Demand: Due to the widespread application of AI technology, relevant professionals are needed in many fields such as entertainment, medical and financial services.
Semiconductor Advanced Process Engineer
Taiwan is a hub for the global semiconductor industry, and positions for advanced process engineers are in high demand due to the surge in demand for AI, 5G and electric vehicles. The position of semiconductor advanced process engineer requires participation in process technology development and related process optimization, which is the core driving force of the high-tech industry.
- Salary: The average annual salary is about NT$ 2.08 million, and enjoys high dividends. For example, TSMC's average dividend per employee reaches NT$ 1.4952 million.
- Future Outlook: With the advancement of semiconductor technology, competition for talents will become increasingly fierce, and career prospects are very bright.
Cloud Architect
Under the wave of enterprise digital transformation, cloud architects have become an important role in ensuring the stable and efficient operation of enterprise systems. Cloud architects need to be familiar with major cloud services (such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud Platform) and have the ability to design high-availability system architecture.
- Salary: The average monthly salary is NT$ 60,000 to NT$ 75,000, and with bonuses, the annual salary can exceed one million.
- Key Skills: In addition to professional skills, communication and problem-solving skills are also required to meet the needs of multi-department cooperation.
Trend 2: ESG and Sustainable Development are still prominent topics
Environmental Engineer
The global emphasis on sustainable development has made environmental engineers an important role. Environmental engineers are responsible for designing and improving sewage and exhaust gas treatment systems, monitoring pollution sources and proposing solutions, while ensuring that companies comply with environmental regulations.
- Salary: The monthly salary for entry-level employees is about NT$ 35,000, and for senior employees it can reach NT$ 100,000.
- Market Data: Currently, 1111 Job Bank data shows that there are more than 4,000 relevant job vacancies, and the number is increasing year by year.
Carbon Inventory Manager
In response to Taiwan starting to levy carbon fees on large carbon emitters in 2025, the demand for carbon inventory managers is rapidly increasing. Carbon inventory managers need to analyze the current status of corporate carbon emissions and assist in the implementation of carbon reduction plans to reduce the burden of carbon fees.
- Salary: The initial monthly salary is NT$ 40,000 to NT$ 50,000. After passing the environmental management ISO auditing certificate and accumulating experience, the annual salary can reach NT$ 1 million.
- Development Potential: Carbon management professionals will become the core resource for enterprises to maintain competitiveness in the future.
Trend 3: Under the digital boom, Marketing and Information Security have become rigid needs
Digital Advertising Pitcher
With the rise of social media and short-form video platforms, digital advertising pitchers focus on data analysis, precise advertising and improvement of return on investment (ROI) to bring maximum exposure benefits to brands.
- Salary: The monthly salary of junior pitchers is NT$ 35,000 to 50,000; the monthly salary of those with 3 to 5 years of experience can be up to NT$ 100,000.
- Future Trends: Experts who master AI tools and cross-platform marketing strategies will become indispensable human assets for enterprises.
Information Security Analyst
In the digital era, information security analysts are responsible for protecting corporate data security, conducting risk assessments and vulnerability repairs, resisting hacker threats, and ensuring stable system operation.
- Salary: The monthly salary for new employees is NT$ 45,000 to NT$ 50,000, and for senior employees it can be NT$ 80,000 to NT$ 100,000.
- Market Popularity: The faster the digitalization process, the greater the demand from enterprises for information security professionals, becoming the cornerstone of digital transformation.
Trend 4: Physical, Mental and Spiritual Development and Quality of Home Life are more valued
Health Manager
Health Managers focus on personal or corporate health planning and promote national health through diet, exercise and health education. As Taiwan enters a super-aging society, the demand for health manager positions is gradually increasing.
- Salary: Average monthly salary is NT$ 40,000 to NT$ 65,000.
- Employment Fields: Medical institutions, biotechnology companies, elderly care institutions, sports industries and other fields are recruiting such talents.
Mental Healing Worker
As awareness of mental health increases, mind-body and soul healing workers are committed to helping clients release stress and pursue physical and mental balance through meditation, yoga, energy healing and other methods. Healing services are also combining online courses, video consultations and physical activities to develop more business models.
- Salary: The income of newbies in the industry is not fixed, and the monthly income of seniors exceeds NT$ 100,000.
- Industry Trends: Business opportunities for healing experiences continue to grow, with unlimited potential for future growth.
Soft Decoration Designer & Turnkey Decorator
The "Preferential Housing Loans for the Youth" Policy has brought about a boom in home buying and a surge in demand from home design-related industries. Coupled with the high housing prices, this has in turn led to an increase in demand for home decoration. Aesthetic soft furnishing designers and turnkey house painter and decorator who provide one-stop services have become affordable choices for many people.
- Salary: The monthly salary is about NT$ 30,000 to NT$ 70,000, and there are many cases where the annual income exceeds one million.
- Market Demand: Whether it is old house renovation or new house decoration, related job vacancies continue to be hot.
Source: 1111 Job Bank; the first draft of this article was assisted by AI, edited by: Lin Baiyuan
