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Software Developer job description guide

Software Developer Salary Guide

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A Java, C#/ .Net or C/C++ Developer is generally responsible for the development, design and implementation of new or modified software products.

Typically sitting within the R&D or Application development team, a Software Developer will be involved in liaising with the Business Analysts and Development Managers to ensure software projects meet requirements.

Software Developer duties and responsibilities of the job

A standard Software Developer job description should include, but not be limited to:

• Researching, designing, implementing and managing software programs
• Testing and evaluating new programs
• Identifying areas for modification in existing programs and subsequently developing these modifications
• Writing and implementing efficient code
• Determining operational practicality
• Developing quality assurance procedures
• Deploying software tools, processes and metrics
• Maintaining and upgrading existing systems
• Training users
• Working closely with other developers, UX designers, business and systems analysts

Software Developer job qualifications and requirements

A degree and a technical background should be required to gain a Software Developer role. Degrees in the following subjects should be highlighted as particularly advantageous:

• Engineering
• Mathematics
• Electronics
• Physics

As well as formal qualifications, a Software Developer job description should highlight the following qualities:

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