A CAREER IN TECHNOLOGY

Created By: Isaiah Manzanales

A SOFTWARE DESIGNER

A Software Designer is one of the best jobs for technology in the

world. Software developers have their fingerprints all over our

lives.

That alarm clock app that woke you from a dead sleep this

morning was designed by at least one software developer.

Designing programs is the job's most identifiable component, but

these tech-savvy professionals have many other responsibilities,

including testing and debugging the software and maintaining and

improving it once it's in operation.

THE REQUIREMENTS

Depending on the employer, software engineer education degree

requirements range from an associate’s degree to a master’s degree. An

associate’s degree might be sufficient for some entry-level positions, but

a bachelor’s degree is required for most software engineering jobs,

while more complex jobs might require a master’s degree.

Aspiring software designers usually major in computer science,

computer information systems, software engineering or mathematics.

Some students take programming and software engineering classes to

supplement a degree in another field, such as accounting, business or

finance.

THERE SALARY

The Labor Department reports that software

developers made a median salary of $90,060 in 2012.

The highest-paid 10 percent in the profession earned

$138,880 in 2012, while the lowest-paid earned $55,190.

75th Percentile $113,280

Median $90,060

25th Percentile $70,850

EXTRA INFO.

While jobs are still scarce in many industries, software

developers are in "absolute explosive demand.”

"We're seeing a gap between the number of software

engineers we need and the number the education system is

generating ... this is a terrific area to invest oneself."

Software developers are involved in all aspects of software

creation, from writing code to debugging programs to

overseeing the launch of new software.

CONTINUED…

Software developers sometimes involves long

hours and tight deadlines, so it can be stressful.

Software developers work in comfortable settings,

however, and telecommuting is becoming

increasingly common.

The salaries of software developers vary depending

on education, experience, and skill level.