Software and Applications Programmer
Ensure computer applications meet user needs by writing, testing and maintaining computer programs.
Software and Applications Programmer
Software and Applications Programmer
Roles and responsibilities
Software and applications programmers research, consult, analyse and evaluate system program needs.
They also:
- identify technology limitations and deficiencies in existing systems and associated processes, procedures and methods
- test, debug, diagnose and correct errors and faults in an application's programming language within established testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards to ensure programs and applications perform to specification
- write and maintain program code to meet system requirements, system designs and technical specifications in accordance with quality accredited standards
- write, update and maintain technical program, end-user documentation and operational procedures
- provide advice, guidance and expertise in developing proposals and strategies for software design activities such as financial evaluation and costings for recommended software purchases and upgrades
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics
Undergraduate Courses To Become
Software and Applications Programmer
Recommended major/s to pursue this career
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Postgraduate Courses To Become
Software and Applications Programmer
Coursework courses to pursue this career
Postgraduate study is not required for this occupation, but may be helpful for career advancement.The University of Western Australia