Software Developer job description guide

A Java, C#, .Net, C, Sybase and Oracle Software Developer is generally responsible for the development, design and implementation of new or modified software products or ongoing business projects.

Typically sitting within the IT team of a business, 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:

Requirements collection, study and review to identify new features or functions

Researching, designing, implementing and managing software programs

UAT testing and evaluating new programs

Supporting and 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

Users training

Working closely with users, UX designers, business analysts and product/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:

Computer Science

Computer Software Engineering

Software Programming and Development

Engineering

Mathematics

Electronics

Physics

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

Knowledge and interest in computer systems and the latest technologies

The ability to learn new technologies quickly

An analytical mind

The ability to communicate complex procedures to other colleagues

Commercial and business awareness

Good communication skills – both written and verbal

Attention to detail and desire to probe further into data

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