Growth of Smartphones and Tablets are making Mobile Developers a hot commodity

Mobile media isn't just making it easier to get information on the go - it's also creating demand for professionals who can help companies beef up their mobile presence, according to the just-released 2012 Salary Guide from Robert Half Technology. 

"As the popularity of new devices increase, a greater need for IT security and the use of collaboration tools in business is developing," said Lara Dodo, a Canadian regional vice-president of Robert Half Technology. "This uptick in demand has resulted in higher starting salaries for positions in these specialty areas."

Continued growth of smartphones and tablets is heightening the demand for individuals with experience creating and organising content for the small screen. As a result, starting salaries for mobile applications developers are expected to rise 8.2 per cent over 2011 levels to a range of $72,500 to $102,750.