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Careers / Software Developers, Systems Software |
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| Summary Description |
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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. |
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| Sample Job Titles |
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Applications Analyst |
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Automation Engineer |
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Beta Tester |
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Certified Novell Engineer (CNE) |
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Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) |
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Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) |
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Computer Architect |
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Computer Engineer |
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Computer Systems Engineer |
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Computer Systems Software Architect |
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Computer Systems Software Engineer |
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Configuration Manager |
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Developer |
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E-Business Manager |
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Embedded Systems Software Developer |
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Engineer, System Electronic Data Processing (Engineer, System EDP) |
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Enterprise Architect |
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Enterprise Systems Engineer |
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Firmware Engineer |
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Graphic Engineer |
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Information Architect |
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Information Technology Analyst (IT Analyst) |
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Information Technology Consultant (IT Consultant) |
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Infrastructure Engineer |
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Mainframe Systems Programmer |
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Network Engineer |
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Networking Engineer |
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Operating System Designer |
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Operating Systems Specialist |
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Publishing Systems Analyst |
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Senior Software Engineer |
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Server Engineer |
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Software Architect |
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Software Design Engineer |
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Software Developer |
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Software Development Engineer |
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Software Engineer |
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Software Engineering Systems Information Technology Specialist |
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Software Systems Engineer |
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Solution Architect |
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Supplier Quality Engineer |
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System Engineer |
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Systems Analyst |
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Systems Analyst Engineer |
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Systems Coordinator |
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Systems Engineer |
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Systems Integration Engineer |
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Systems Software Designer |
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Systems Software Engineer |
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Systems Software Quality Assurance Specialist |
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Systems Software Specialist |
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Systems Support Engineer |
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Technical Support Engineer |
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Test Engineer |
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Usability Engineer |
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Wide Area Network Engineer (WAN Engineer) |
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| Job Tasks |
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Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance.
- Modify software programs to improve performance.
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Monitor functioning of equipment to ensure system operates in conformance with specifications.
- Monitor computer system performance to ensure proper operation.
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Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures.
- Develop testing routines or procedures.
- Manage information technology projects or system activities.
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Direct software programming and development of documentation.
- Manage information technology projects or system activities.
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Consult with customers or other departments on project status, proposals, or technical issues, such as software system design or maintenance.
- Provide technical support for software maintenance or use.
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Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system.
- Analyze project data to determine specifications or requirements.
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Consult with engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software, develop specifications and performance requirements, or resolve customer problems.
- Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues.
- Collaborate with others to determine design specifications or details.
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Supervise and assign work to programmers, designers, technologists, technicians, or other engineering or scientific personnel.
- Supervise information technology personnel.
- Assign duties or work schedules to employees.
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Design or develop software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.
- Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
- Design software applications.
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Advise customer about or perform maintenance of software system.
- Provide technical support for software maintenance or use.
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Prepare reports or correspondence concerning project specifications, activities, or status.
- Communicate project information to others.
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Confer with data processing or project managers to obtain information on limitations or capabilities for data processing projects.
- Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues.
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Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.
- Assess database performance.
- Prepare data for analysis.
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Coordinate installation of software system.
- Coordinate software or hardware installation.
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Train users to use new or modified equipment.
- Teach others to use computer equipment or hardware.
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Specify power supply requirements and configuration.
- Identify information technology project resource requirements.
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Evaluate factors such as reporting formats required, cost constraints, or need for security restrictions to determine hardware configuration.
- Analyze project data to determine specifications or requirements.
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Use microcontrollers to develop control signals, implement control algorithms, or measure process variables, such as temperatures, pressures, or positions.
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Recommend purchase of equipment to control dust, temperature, or humidity in area of system installation.
- Provide recommendations to others about computer hardware.
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| Work Activities |
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| Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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| Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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| Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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| Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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| Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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| Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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| Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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| Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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| Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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| Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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| Developing Objectives and Strategies —
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. |
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| Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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| Provide Consultation and Advice to Others —
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. |
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| Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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| Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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| Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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| Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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| Coaching and Developing Others —
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. |
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| Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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| Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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| Communicating with Persons Outside Organization —
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
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| Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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| Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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| Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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| Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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| Performing Administrative Activities —
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. |
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| Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment —
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used. |
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