What do they do?
Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.
Also known as:
Application Developer, Application Integration Engineer, Developer, Infrastructure Engineer, Network Engineer, Software Architect, Software Developer, Software Development Engineer, Software Engineer, Systems Engineer
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Ranks #38 in job growth rate3,460Job Openings
Ranks #15 in net job growth
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- Bachelor's degree (51%)
- Master's degree (31%)
- Some college, no degree (7%)
- Doctorate or Professional Degree (4%)
- Associate's degree (4%)
- High school diploma equivalent (2%)
- Less than high school diploma (<1%)
Most Popular Majors that prepare Software Developers
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#1
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Degrees Granted
12,066
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Female Students
3,435
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Male Students
8,631
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Median Starting Salary
$62,633
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#2
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Degrees Granted
6,410
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Female Students
2,549
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Male Students
3,861
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Median Starting Salary
$54,033
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#3
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Degrees Granted
5,830
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Female Students
2,764
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Male Students
3,066
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Median Starting Salary
$53,350
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#4
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Degrees Granted
2,054
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Female Students
460
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Male Students
1,594
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Median Starting Salary
$64,700
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#5
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Degrees Granted
1,731
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Female Students
595
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Male Students
1,136
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Median Starting Salary
$64,700
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This page includes data from:
Career data: O*NET 28.3 Database
by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (“USDOL/ETA”). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA
Occupation statistics: USDOL U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment Statistics
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