Software Developers
What is a Software Developer?
Software Developers are professionals who design, create, and maintain software applications and systems that meet specific user needs. They leverage programming languages, frameworks, and software development methodologies to build software solutions for a variety of platforms, including desktop, web, and mobile. Software Developers work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, develop specifications, and implement effective coding strategies. They often collaborate within teams, participating in code reviews and testing to ensure high-quality output and the successful integration of software components. Continuous learning is a key aspect of their role, as they need to stay updated with evolving technologies and best practices in the industry. Their work can vary significantly from creating simple applications to developing complex systems that support large enterprises or critical infrastructure.
Tasks
- Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system.
- Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
- Confer with data processing or project managers to obtain information on limitations or capabilities for data processing projects.
- Confer with systems analysts, engineers, programmers and others to design systems and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.
- Consult with customers or other departments on project status, proposals, or technical issues, such as software system design or maintenance.
Technology Skills
- Development environment software
- Data base user interface and query software
- Object or component oriented development software
- Web platform development software
- Operating system software
Tools Used
- Central processing unit CPU processors
- Integrated circuit testers
- Computer servers
- High end computer servers
- Flash memory storage card
Detailed Work Activities
- Analyze project data to determine specifications or requirements.
- Modify software programs to improve performance.
- Supervise information technology personnel.
- Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
- Assess database performance.
Work Interests
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Investigative
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$77020.0 - $208620.0
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.
Assessment
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