Programmers and Software Development Professionals
Programmers and software development professionals design, develop, test, implement and maintain software systems on a range of platforms in order to meet the specifications and business objectives of the information system; they also design and develop specialist software e.g. for computer games.
More about this Career
Average Salary
£43179
New workers start around £24142. Normal pay is £43179 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £71285.
Jobs
10636
Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs.
Daily Tasks
- Develops website and website interfaces and establishes methods to ensure appropriate website security and recovery.
- Writes operational documentation and provides subsequent support and training for users.
- Plans and maintains database structures.
- Implements and evaluates the software.
- Writes code for specialist programming for computer games, (for example, artificial intelligence, 3D engine development).
- Tests and corrects software programs.
- Develops user interfaces.
- Writes and codes individual programs according to specifications.
- Undertakes feasibility study to design software solutions.
- Examines existing software and determines requirements for new/modified systems in the light of business needs.
Skills Employers are looking for
Soft Skills
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Critical Thinking
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Reading Comprehension
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Active Learning
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Active Listening
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Speaking
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Mathematics
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Writing
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Learning Strategies
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Monitoring
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Science