Career Details

Computer Programmers

Write code to create software programs. Turn the program designs created by software developers and engineers into instructions that a computer can follow.

What You’ll Do

Write programs in a variety of computer languages, such as C++ and Java
Update and expand existing programs
Debug programs by testing for and fixing errors
Build and use computer-assisted software engineering (CASE) tools to automate the writing of some code
Use code libraries, which are collections of independent lines of code, to simplify the writing

Abilities You’ll Need

Attention Span,Categorization,Comparison,Comprehension,Dependability,Mathematical Reasoning,Problem Recognition,Problem Solving,Reasoning

Knowledge You’ll Gain

Administration and Management,Computers and Electronics,Customer Service,Mathematics

What You’ll Earn

Average: $73,940.00

Range

High: $120,070.00

Low : $45,610.00

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Education Needed

4-year Bachelors Degree

Skills

Communication,Computers,Critical Thinking,Dependability,Math Skills,Monitoring,Problem Solving,Systems Evaluation,Time Management

Technology

Adobe Creative Suite,C++,Computer Aided Design (CAD) Software,Computers,Drupal,Geographic Information System (GIS) Software,Google Analytics,Hypertext Markup Language (HTML),JavaScript,Linux,Microsoft Office Software,UNIX