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Software Engineer

Last modified: March 09, 2010, 12:39 PM
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Software engineers have a hand in technology we use every day. As a software engineer you research, design and develop software systems to meet internal or external clients’ requirements. Once the system had been completely designed, you will then test, debug, and maintain the system.

Salary p/a
30k - 200k
Qualifications
Post Graduate
Intensity
Sitting
Demand
Growing
Travel
Low
Conditions
Indoor
Weekly Hours
40-50
Pros
  • Wide variety of industries in which to work
  • Opportunities to learn new things are frequent
  • Knowing you make a difference
Cons
  • Working by yourself on a big project can sometimes make it difficult to see the big picture
  • Some projects have difficult deadlines
  • Having to document every application, every code, everything you write.
The Bottom Line

It’s a great career one that exposes you to various industries. If you love computers and technology, like sitting in front of a computer for most of your day, then this might be the career for you.

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