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Job Description

Create, modify, and test the code, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software developers or other individuals. May assist software developers by analyzing user needs and designing software solutions. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 15-1131.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 85,180.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 40.00
Currently, there are 271,200 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Computer Programmers”.

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Tasks for “Software Developer”

Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.
Write or contribute to instructions or manuals to guide end users.
Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
Assign, coordinate, and review work and activities of programming personnel.
Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.
Investigate whether networks, workstations, the central processing unit of the system, or peripheral equipment are responding to a program's instructions.
Collaborate with computer manufacturers and other users to develop new programming methods.
Consult with and assist computer operators or system analysts to define and resolve problems in running computer programs.
Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language.
Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
Train subordinates in programming and program coding.
Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software as a systems programmer.

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