This document discusses the career of a software developer, including what they do, reasons to pursue the career path, compensation, and potential downsides. Software developers design and build computer applications and systems. The career offers strong job growth above 20% over the next decade, opportunities to explore creativity with a variety of employers, and a median pay of $100k per year. However, remaining current with evolving technologies, working under pressure, and potential long hours present challenges.

1. ITCS 1010 Winter 2015
Daniel Jay

2. What does a software developer do?
Why pursue this career path?
Compensation?
What's the downside?
Sources

3.  Develop applications
which allow specific
tasks to be performed
on computers
 Develop systems which
run devices or control
networks
Requirements
Design
Implementation
Verification
Maintenance
Waterfall Software Development Model

4.  Job growth in the next ten years
expected to exceed 20%, much faster
than average
 Wide open opportunities with a variety
of companies (Amazon, Microsoft..)
 Explore your creativity

5.  In 2012, the median pay was around
$100k per year!
 Work from home
 Flex time

6.  Evolving technologies, must remain
current and avoid stagnation
 High pressure environment
 Potential long hours

8.  Bureau of Labor Statistics, United States
Department of Labor, www.bls.gov
 www.glassdoor.com
 www.waterfall-model.com
 Personal Interview with Software
Developer on staff at employer