Systems Software Developers
Research, design, and create systems-level software for a variety of applications.
Quick Facts
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Application Developer Systems Engineer Software Engineer See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
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Employment
Where do Systems Software Developers most often work?
- Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
- Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers
- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Management of Companies and Enterprises
- Publishing Industries (except Internet)
Current Demand
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Future Demand
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On the Job
Systems Software Developers design and create operating systems-level software for medical, industrial, military, communications, and other general computing applications. Systems software is designed to operate computer hardware, which allows the parts of computers to work together.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
Typical Working Conditions
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Education & Credentials
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Education level attained (national data)
Work Experience and Training Requirements
Nationally, this career typically requires:
- No related work experience for entry.
- Little or no on-the-job training to become competent.
Current Training Opportunities
Related Programs
Majors
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Transfer Options
Helpful High School Courses
Examples of helpful classes that help you prepare for this career:
- Algebra I and II
- Analytic Geometry
- Electronics
- Graphic Arts
- Journalism
- Keyboarding
- Multimedia
- Network Systems
- Pre-Calculus
- Technical Writing
- Trigonometry
- Web Page Design
In Minnesota, your school may have developed a Program of Study in this career area. A Program of Study is an academic and career plan developed by your high school to help move you towards a career and college path. A Program of Study can help you:
- Select high school classes that prepare you for college and getting a job
- Understand how the classes you're taking in high school lead to a career
- Identify extra-curricular activities that are related to your career interest
- See what classes at your school offer early college credit that will save you time and money towards your college expenses
- Graduate from high school prepared for your next step toward the career you choose
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Skills & Knowledge
Most Important Skills for Systems Software Developers
Most Important Knowledge Areas for Systems Software Developers
Interests
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Describe Your Skills
People who have worked in this career typically perform the following tasks. These statements can help a prospective employer understand what you can do, on a resume or during an interview.
- Using computers.
- Making decisions or solving problems.
- Thinking creatively.
- Keeping up-to-date with new knowledge.
- Collecting information from different sources.
- Analyzing data or information.
- Communicating with supervisors, co-workers, or people that work under you.
- Organizing, planning, and prioritizing work.
Careers that Use Similar Skills
The following careers use skills, knowledge, and abilities that are similar to those used for Systems Software Developers.
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Jobs
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Job Title Examples
Application Developer, Systems Engineer, Software Engineer, Business Systems Analyst, Computer Consultant, Computer Programmer, Customer Information Control System Programmer (CICS Programmer), Network Engineer, Program Analyst, Publishing Systems Analyst, Software Developer, Systems Programmer, Web Programmer
Where Do Systems Software Developers Work?
Systems Software Developers often work in the following industries.
Similar Careers
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