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Digital Twin Architect
Builds live virtual replicas of physical systems and environments
£65k–£130k Digital transformation
What it involves
Designs software models that mirror real-world factories, cities, supply chains or machines in real time, enabling simulation, prediction and remote optimisation.
Skills & knowledge needed
IoT integrationSimulation engines3D modellingData pipelinesSystem architecture
Why it's emerging now
Manufacturing and infrastructure operators use digital twins to cut downtime and test changes without risk.
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