IoT Engineer Job Roles and Responsibilities

IoT is the future of industrial automation. It comes under the Industry 4.0 category. The thing that has made IoT most wanted in industries is the ability to connect to cloud servers and control the plant from any location in the world.

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IoT is a combination of networking, IT skills, and industrial automation. So basically, it demands a high level of knowledge for working in it.

Engineers who apply for roles in IoT often get confused as to what roles to apply for. This is because most of them sound similar; but in reality, they have significant differences. So, it is necessary to understand different types of job roles in IoT. In this post, we will see the various types of job roles in IoT.

Internet of Things

IoT stands for Internet of Things. In industrial IoT, it is the ability of the system to connect instruments and other automation devices to cloud servers and share data with them using the internet. This is possible due to cloud computing, big data analytics, mobile technologies, strong network connectivity, machine learning, and AI tools.

Due to this, we can get data from and to any end of the world. Industries can achieve new automation levels through this and connect it to other models like ERP and MES easily. Because data is the new shark of industries, such seamless data transfer with huge capacity makes businesses smarter and more efficient to work.

Industrial IoT Job Roles and Responsibilities

Various Types of Jobs in IoT

IoT Solutions Architect
IoT Software Developer
IoT Hardware Developer
IoT Systems Engineer
IoT Security Specialist
IoT Data Scientist
IoT Network Specialist
IoT Product Manager
IoT Project Manager
IoT Business Analyst
IoT User Experience (UX) Designer
IoT Quality Assurance Engineer
IoT Sales Engineer
IoT Marketing Specialist
IoT Customer Support Specialist

IoT Engineer Job Profile

IoT Engineer develop and manage IIoT systems, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
IoT Engineer design and oversee the installation of IIoT devices and networks in industrial settings.
They ensure system compatibility and efficiency in data collection and processing.
IoT Engineers monitor and maintain the performance of IIoT systems.
IoT Engineers implement security measures to protect IIoT networks and data.
IoT Engineer analyze data from IIoT devices to improve operational efficiency.
IoT Engineers provide technical support and troubleshooting for IIoT systems.
IoT Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to align IIoT solutions with business goals.

IoT Developer

IoT developer is one of the most sought jobs in the market. In IoT, this is also one of the most found jobs. The job of the developer is to develop platforms, software, hardware, and systems that allow the various industrial devices to work in an IoT environment.

They develop devices with IoT communication enabled in them. These allow them to communicate easily with the outside world. For this, they need to know various software languages that can allow them to write scripts and complex software objects.

If you summarize this quickly, then these are the main technology creators for a particular IoT device. Without them, the base will only not function and communication will not happen. They need to design, code, and test products based on it. So, they are termed as the engineers of IoT as they develop the core platform.

IoT Embedded System Engineer

An IoT developer is proficient in software languages. But every software cannot function properly without hardware. In electronics, this is termed an embedded system.

So, special IoT Embedded system engineers are hired to work simultaneously with developers. They work on chip-level programming for supporting the software technologies.

Without proper chip technology, software cannot run. They work on low-level peripheral driver development which can support various types of microcontrollers. Once developed, they have to validate the assembled boards so that the software is running properly and supporting various types of communication in it like wireless, Bluetooth, cellular, RFID, etc.

IoT Infrastructure Architect

Once all the programming has been done, the next job comes to combine all the elements and form a system architecture for communication. This job is done by an IoT Infrastructure architect.

As the name implies, this job caters to designing the overall system and linking all the components together. This role requires a strong knowledge of both the networking and IT skills.

If the final linking is not proper, then communication will not happen properly between devices. In short, he plans a detailed view of the project and creates an overall technical vision of the solution.

IoT Solutions Engineer

Once the system has been designed and tested, the next phase comes for implementation and commissioning. This role requires a solutions engineer. The job will be to implement IoT solutions with customers and guide them on how to use them. He will supervise the system, solve technical issues, and prepare final documents. So, this role requires knowledge of solutions, networking, and IT.

It is one of the toughest jobs in IoT, but equally high payable salary-wise. As IoT works on a business and global level, he needs to coordinate with R&D, production, QA, supply management, and finance departments for successful implementation.

IoT System Administrator

In between these profiles, there is one such profile that requires the strongest knowledge in computer systems and networks. It can be termed as a troubleshooter in PC and networks. This is the role of a system administrator. If the designer or engineer faces complexities in PC system or not able to solve any issue in it, then the administrator will need to address it.

They majorly perform system maintenance, system health monitoring, backup, and disaster management, check app compatibility, fix patches and updates, and maintain healthy training throughout.

Job Roles and Responsibilities

Job Title	Primary Responsibilities	Skills Required	Industry Application
IoT Solutions Architect	Designing comprehensive IoT solutions and architectures	Systems integration, IoT platforms, cloud computing	Across industries
IoT Software Developer	Developing and implementing IoT software applications	Programming (e.g., Python, Java), IoT protocols	Software and technology firms
IoT Hardware Developer	Creating and testing IoT hardware devices	Hardware design, embedded systems, electronics	Electronics, manufacturing
IoT Systems Engineer	Integrating various IoT systems and ensuring functionality	Systems engineering, network management	Technology, industrial sectors
IoT Security Specialist	Ensuring the security of IoT devices and networks	Cybersecurity, network security, encryption	Security firms, all IoT-using industries
IoT Data Scientist	Analyzing data collected from IoT devices	Data analytics, machine learning, statistics	Data-centric industries, research
IoT Network Specialist	Managing the network aspects of IoT, including connectivity	Networking, cloud services, communication protocols	Telecommunications, IT services
IoT Product Manager	Overseeing the development and lifecycle of IoT products	Product management, strategic planning	Consumer electronics, industrial products
IoT Project Manager	Leading IoT projects, managing teams and resources	Project management, leadership, IoT knowledge	Varied, depending on the project
IoT Business Analyst	Analyzing IoT market trends and business opportunities	Business analysis, market research	Consulting firms, corporate strategy
IoT User Experience (UX) Designer	Designing the user interface and experience for IoT applications	UX/UI design, graphic design	Software companies, design firms
IoT Quality Assurance Engineer	Testing and ensuring the quality of IoT systems	Quality assurance, testing methodologies	Manufacturing, software development
IoT Sales Engineer	Selling IoT solutions and explaining their technical aspects to clients	Sales, technical knowledge of IoT	Sales and marketing in tech firms
IoT Marketing Specialist	Marketing IoT products and solutions	Marketing, knowledge of IoT market	Marketing departments, advertising firms
IoT Customer Support Specialist	Providing support for IoT products and services	Customer service, technical knowledge of IoT	Tech support, service centers