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Software Developer Careers

Software developers use programming and design knowledge to build software that meets the needs of users. Typically, they will meet with a client who has a need for software to be developed, and then will build, test and deploy that software based on the specifications they have received.

A Day in the Life of a Software Developer, made possible by:

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  • Basic Requirements: Bachelor's degree
  • Typical Wages: $130-135k/yr (in Colorado)
  • Typical Hours: 8 hrs/day
  • Job Outlook: 15% growth over the next 10 years (much faster than the average)
  • Next Position: Project Manager, Computer/IT Manager
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