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Information Technology and Computer Science
Software Development
Software Developer / Engineer

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.

At a Glance

Python Developer earns an average of $131,667/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 4.2–5.3 years. Top skills: Python (Programming Language), SQL (Programming Language), Linux.

Avg Annual Salary

$131,667/yr

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

4.2–5.3 years

Job Postings

10

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Software Developers

Bright Outlook

Median Wage

$133,080/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+15.8%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (28)

Python (Programming Language)

5.0

SQL (Programming Language)

5.0

Java (Programming Language)

5.0

Computer Science

5.0

Amazon Web Services

4.9

Back End (Software Engineering)

4.9

Big Data

4.9

JavaScript (Programming Language)

4.9

Software Engineering

4.9

Object-Oriented Design

4.9

Data Science

4.9

Microsoft Azure

4.8

Pandas (Python Package)

4.8

Angular (Web Framework)

4.8

Django (Web Framework)

4.8

Full Stack Development

4.8

Scala (Programming Language)

4.8

Git (Version Control System)

4.8

HTML5

4.7

Scrum (Software Development)

4.7

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

4.7

Server Configuration

4.7

Common Skills (1)

Communication

4.7

Certifications (1)

Security Clearance

4.7

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