In the Air Force:
Computer Systems Programming; Computer Systems Programming Apprentice; Computer Systems Programming Craftsman; Computer Systems Programming Helper; Missile And Space Systems Maintenance; Missile And Space Systems Maintenance Apprentice; Missile And Space Systems Maintenance Craftsman; Missile And Space Systems Maintenance Journeyman; Software Development Officer; Software Development Officer, Software Engineer; Software Development Specialists
In the Coast Guard:
Electronics Technician; Information System Technician; Intelligence Specialist
In the Navy:
Combat Systems - Software Design; Digital Computer System Programmer; Fire Controlman; Fire Controlman (AEGIS); Information Systems Technician; Sonar Technician (Surface)
Tools have always opened new horizons for human civilization- from the sharpened stones of hunter-gatherers, to today's computers and software. Software developers are the creative minds designing tools for the new millennium, whether they design new apps like web browsers, databases, or games- or create the operating system that runs a phone, computer, or an entire network. These IT professionals lead the process for the entire team it takes to create new software. Developers start by learning what users' needs are, then they design and test software to meet those needs. They design based on functionality- or what the software needs to do- how it will be used, and security needs. Programmers then rely on the models and diagrams made by software developers to guide their coding of designs. If testing reveals that a software design is too difficult to use, the developers redesign it until it works. Many software developers work for software publishers and computer system design companies, manufacturing firms, and in finance and insurance businesses. Most work full time, and long hours are common. Software developers usually have a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, math, or a related field. Software developers need a background in programming, and should plan to continue learning new developments in computer languages and tools... throughout their careers.
What 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.
On the job, you would:
Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system.
Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
Confer with data processing or project managers to obtain information on limitations or capabilities for data processing projects.
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You might use software like this on the job:
Development environment software
Advanced business application programming ABAP
Go
Data base user interface and query software
Apache Hive
Blackboard software
Object or component oriented development software
Apache Spark
Objective C
Get started on your career:
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
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In the military:
see titles from the Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, or Navy.
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