Do you want to become a Software Developer/Programmer? Here is some information to help point you in the right direction:
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Software developers design, install, test and maintain software systems used by commercial and manufacturing organisations in their IT systems.
In the past, systems were often replaced due to rapid developments in technology, which was time consuming and expensive. Now, more often, new software packages are integrated into an existing system, so only the linking code has to be created.
Software developers need:
The software developer would then lead a team which:
Working hours are typically 37 to 40 hours per week. In higher paid consultant jobs, a flexible approach to hours is usual. The work is office based but is likely to involve travel to meet clients and work on their premises.
New entrants start on around £18,000, which could rise to £70,000 or more for a team leader.
Software developers should have:
Software developers are now employed across the whole range of commerce and industry, public services, utilities, defence and research. They can also work overseas.
The usual entry requirement is a degree or HND/HNC. Although this is not essential, it is becoming increasingly unusual not to have a qualification at this level.
Older entrants will need extensive business and IT experience.
Employers provide higher level training in programming, systems analysis and in software. Promotion is normally to senior or principal developer and then to project manager.
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