Software Developer

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Any fool can write code that a computer can understand. Good programmers write code that humans can understand.

Martin Fowler
Software Developer

In A Nutshell

I create programs to help customers with a specific task.    

I work closely with customers to understand what challenges at their company I can fix or make easier.

I write codes using different computer languages, and then maintain the programs by editing the codes as needed.

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Potential Salary Range

$20.00 - 55.00 Hourly

Which provinces would this job be in?

Alberta AB
Alberta
British Columbia BC
British Columbia
Manitoba MB
Manitoba
New Brunswick NB
New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador NL
Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia NS
Nova Scotia
Ontario ON
Ontario
Prince Edward Island PEI
Prince Edward Island
Quebec QC
Quebec
Saskwatchewan SK
Saskwatchewan

I spend most of my time in front of my computer. This is where I write code, fix bugs, and send emails. I also travel to different businesses that are asking me to work on software for them so I can understand their needs and figure out what programs could best work for them.

Workplace

Indoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Work with customers to understand their needs
  • Design and test software to meet the needs of a business or individual
  • Map out ideas and diagrams to discuss possible software decisions with customers
  • Recommend improvements for software that customers are currently using
  • Follow up with customers and make sure that software created for them is being maintained properly
  • Record the hours worked on a project including emails and phone calls for billing purposes

Education & Training

  • A university degree in computer science is required for this job.
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Job Outlook

    Experts predict that this job might be facing a labour shortage in the next decade, meaning prospective employees might have some competition to find available jobs.

Related School Subjects

Ed. Prof. et Tech.
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What words come to mind when thinking about this career?

Software Computers Technology Coding

Important Skills

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Computer & Technological

Most of my job requires working on a computer, so its valuable to enjoy and be good at working with technology. 

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Problem Solving

Coding is basically writing a list of instructions for a computer to follow. When things don’t work, I have to work through the instruction list line by line to solve the problem. 

Customer Service

At the end of the day, I’m providing a service to my customers, and it’s important to make them feel listened to and respected.  

Independence

While I do work with my customers to understand their needs, most of my actual work is done by myself. This is a good job if you like to work independently and without the noise of other people.

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The Best Things About This Job Are…

Pays Well
Helps Others
Rewarding
Problem Solving
Flexible Work Environment
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References
Software Developers. (2020)
Software Developer in Canada. (2020).
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