Description
Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.
Interests
- Investigative
- Conventional
- Realistic
Work Values
Work Styles
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.
Work Activities
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Detailed Work Activities
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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
Abilities
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Skills
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Knowledge
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Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
MTA: Introduction to Programming Using JavaScriptCertifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
Type
Core
Certificate name
IBM Power Virtual Server v1 SpecialtyCertifying Organization
IBM Corporation
Type
Product/Equipment
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
Type
Product/Equipment
Certificate name
Certified Automation ProfessionalCertifying Organization
International Society of Automation
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Fundamentals CRMCertifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
Type
Product/Equipment
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $97,476 |
| Median (50%) | $124,170 |
| High (90%) | $167,933 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $103,771 |
| Mid Level | $121,400 |
| Senior Level | $130,606 |
| Expert Level | $152,307 |
Employability
There are currently 1,692,100 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 1,995,700 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 18%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 18%
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