Software Engineer
Build, test, and maintain software for computer systems.
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What's it like to be a Software Engineer?
A Software Engineer works with other IT disciplines and stakeholders to build, test, and maintain software for computer systems. They are proficient in several programming languages and apply engineering principles in their work. The role calls for a deep knowledge of software testing and debugging to ensure stable deployment of updates to a system. Software Engineers are familiar with computer network topology and work with different hardware platforms.
Tasks and duties
- Collaborating in the designing and developing of software with stakeholders and other IT specializations.
- Analyzing use cases and finding the best approach to implement software updates.
- Maintaining software by creating patches and fixing bugs reported.
- Compiling user and program documentation for users and other developers.
- Deploying software programs to achieve specific goals.
How to become a Software Engineer
Software Engineers require strong knowledge of systems development and need to be well-versed in relevant computer programming languages such as C++ and Java.
- Complete a relevant degree such as computer science, computer engineering, or information technology. This can take three to four years to complete.
- Get experience in software development. Learning the software development cycle and using different techniques to build relevant software can be achieved by starting as a Developer.
- Learn more than one computer language. Depending on the system environment, some companies use different languages to build their systems. Learning and specializing in several computer languages may give job seekers an advantage.
- Understand the role each IT specialization plays in development. Showing some aptitude with other IT disciplines such as software design, UI/UX concepts, databases, and other relevant fields may provide an advantage.
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Latest Software Engineer reviews
Jun 2023
Reviewer's Qualification
Bachelor of Computer Science
Experience
5 – 9 years
Organisation size
Large (200+ employees)
The good things
If you're into tinkering and automating stuff, you'll definitely love the satisfaction it'll bring you being able to craft something with a purpose. And the salary as well.
The challenges
I do get burn out from time to time since you need to be updated with the latest programming techniques, techstacks and just the constant learning overall.
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Jun 2023
Reviewer's Qualification
Bachelor of Computer Science
Experience
10+ years
Organisation size
Large (200+ employees)
The good things
Work environment is centered on Agile Methodology. Minimal stress with satisfactory pay and excellent work-life balance.
The challenges
Project is matured enough that there are no difficult challenges that makes work more exciting somewhat. Also, some top-level politics that stifle greater opportunities in getting promoted to a higher...
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