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Software Developer

Also known as: Dev, App/Mobile/Web/Game Developer, Programmer or Software Engineer

About the Role

A software developer researches, designs, implements and tests software.

Software developers generally take part in one or more of the design, coding, or software project management aspects of software development and might work on software for games, mobile apps, the web, business applications or other things.

Education Options

  • NZ Diploma in Software Development (Level 6) (More info at NZQA)

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

  • Bachelor of Software Engineering

  • Bachelor of Applied Information Technology

Relevant Professional Certification

Recognised Industry Certifications

  • Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD)

  • Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)

  • AWS Certified Developer – Associate

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