Job prospects Network Architect - Computer Systems near Saint John (NB)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) near Saint John (NB). The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) (NOC 21311) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Candidates who are knowledgeable and who have experience with advancing technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, machine learning and the Internet of Things (IoT) will have enhanced job prospects.
• Most job opportunities will arise in New Brunswick's three largest urban centres (Fredericton, Moncton and Saint John), where most technology-related services are concentrated. Fredericton, in particular, has established itself as a hub for technology investment and development.

Here are some key facts about Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 63%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 37%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology