Software and app developer - Queensland Industry Tourism Council
Software and app developer
Software and app developer
Software and app developers design, develop, test, maintain and document program code in accordance with user requirements, and system and technical specifications.
Day-to-day
- Research, design, and write new software programs
- Evaluate and maintain effectiveness of existing software and systems
- Develop existing programs by analysing and identifying areas for modification
- Integrate existing software products
- Create technical specifications and test plans
- Write systems to control the scheduling of jobs on a mainframe computer or to control the access allowed to users or remote systems
- Maintain systems by monitoring and correcting software defects
- Work closely with other staff, such as project managers, graphic artists, UX designers, other developers, systems analysts and sales and marketing professionals
- Consult with clients and colleagues regarding the maintenance and performance of software systems with a view to writing or modifying current operating systems
- Investigate new technologies
- Continually update technical knowledge and skills by attending in-house and external courses, reading manuals and accessing new applications
Future demand
Very strong
How to become a Software and app developer
- You usually need a bachelor or postgraduate degree in a related information technology field (such as programming, software engineering, software development or computer science) to work as a software or app developer. Training may also be available through Vocational Education and Training (VET). There are also a wide range of vendor and industry certifications available that may substitute for formal qualifications and can be highly regarded by employers.
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