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Software Developers, Systems Software

SOC 15-1133.00

Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

Green Occupation Zone 4 Computer and Mathematical

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Reading Comprehension

3.9

Active Listening

3.8

Critical Thinking

3.6

Speaking

3.2

Complex Problem Solving

3.2

Mathematics

3.1

Social Perceptiveness

3.1

Judgment and Decision Making

3.1

Knowledge Areas 8

Computers and Electronics

4.9

Engineering and Technology

3.9

Mathematics

3.8

Telecommunications

3.6

Design

3.5

English Language

3.2

Customer and Personal Service

3.0

Communications and Media

2.8

Key Tasks

1Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance.

2Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures.

3Direct software programming and development of documentation.

4Consult with customers or other departments on project status, proposals, or technical issues, such as software system design or maintenance.

5Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system.

Also Known As

Applications Analyst Automation Engineer Beta Tester Certified Novell Engineer (CNE) Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Commercial Drone Software Developer Computer Architect Computer Engineer Computer Systems Engineer