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Programmers and Software Development Professionals

Programmers and software development professionals design, develop, test, implement and maintain software systems 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

£37198

New workers start around £22515. Normal pay is £37198 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £65809.

Jobs

7555

Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full- and part-time jobs.

Daily Tasks

  • 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

Soft skills are non-technical skills that include how you interact with colleagues, solve problems, and manage your work

  • Active Learning

    84

  • Critical Thinking

    84

  • Reading Comprehension

    82

  • Mathematics

    80

  • Active Listening

    73

  • Learning Strategies

    71

  • Speaking

    69

  • Writing

    68

  • Monitoring

    66

  • Science

    64

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