Canada Moderate

Software developers and programmers

Software developers and programmers design, write, and test code for new systems and software to ensure efficiency. They create the foundations for operative systems and run diagnostic programs to certify effectiveness. They are employed in computer software, computer and video game development firms, information technology consulting firms, and in information technology units throughout the public and private sectors.

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Salary Information

National wage data for this occupation

Entry-level

CA$30.00

/hr

Typical

CA$48.08

/hr

Experienced

CA$76.92

/hr

Average: CA$51.72/hr

94.8% of workers in this occupation receive non-wage benefits

Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.

Examples

Illustrative Examples

application programmer
computer game developer
electronic business (e-business) software developer
interactive media developer
multimedia developer
software developer
software programmer

All Examples

artificial intelligence programmer
application programmer
animation programmer
cloud developer
computer application programmer
computer game developer
computer game programmer
electronic business (e-business) software developer
electronic commerce (e-commerce) software developer
graphical user interface (GUI) designer
graphical user interface (GUI) developer
graphics programmer
interactive media developer
interactive media programmer
mobile applications developer
multimedia developer
multimedia programmer
software developer
software development programmer
software development project manager
software programmer
special effects programmer
teleprocessing software programmer

Main Duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Design, write, read, test, and correct code for new software
Analyze information to recommend and plan the installation of new systems or modifications of an existing system
Evaluate simple interrelationships between programs such as whether a contemplated change in one part of a program would cause unwanted results in a related part
Program animation software to predefined specifications for interactive video games, Internet and mobile applications
Write, modify, integrate and test software code for e-commerce, Internet and mobile applications
Develop, implement, modify and maintain gameplay features that integrate effectively into existing software
Write documentation for new and updated software.

Requirements

Employment Requirements

A bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering or in another discipline with a significant programming component or completion of a college program in computer science or related field is usually required.
Experience as a computer programmer is usually required.