Also known as
Software Developers, Systems Software
About this Career Path
Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.
Environment
Many software developers work for firms that deal in computer systems design and related services or for software publishers.
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Job Titles
Software Developers, Systems Software
JOB TITLE
Associate
Skill Level - Entry
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Director
Skill Level - Mid
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Senior Architect
Skill Level - Advanced
Supporting Programs
Software Developers, Systems Software
Chandler-Gilbert Community College (MCCCD)
Associates Degree
In Person
Estrella Mountain Community College (MCCCD)
Associates Degree
In Person
Top Expected Tasks
Software Developers, Systems Software
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Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance.
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Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures.
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Direct software programming and development of documentation.
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Consult with customers or other departments on project status, proposals, or technical issues, such as software system design or maintenance.
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Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system.
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Consult with engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software, develop specifications and performance requirements, or resolve customer problems.
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Design or develop software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.
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Monitor functioning of equipment to ensure system operates in conformance with specifications.
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Supervise and assign work to programmers, designers, technologists, technicians, or other engineering or scientific personnel.
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Advise customer about or perform maintenance of software system.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Software Developers, Systems Software
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KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
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KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
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Mathematics
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KNOWLEDGE
Telecommunications
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KNOWLEDGE
Design
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SKILL
Reading Comprehension
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SKILL
Active Listening
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SKILL
Critical Thinking
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SKILL
Speaking
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SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
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ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
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Written Comprehension
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ABILITY
Oral Expression
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ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
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ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
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