Software Programming and Software Development Careers

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Develop Software Programs – Be on the Frontlines of the Digital Era

You can gain a foundational understanding of how to develop and program software then go a step further with a deep dive into advanced strategies for software development. Learn how to design web distributed systems, develop applications, analyze and design software systems and understand how it all fits into product life cycle management.

Wherever you are in your pursuit of programming and software development careers, DeVry University provides opportunities to gain hands-on experience in a virtual environment to help you explore a specialization that suits your interests. Read on to learn about the different software developer careers you can explore.

Professional Responsibilities

When you earn your bachelor’s degree in Software Development, you’ll be prepared to handle such responsibilities as:

Designing web distributed systems
Developing applications
Analyzing and designing software systems
Solving technical problems using an algorithmic approach and basic programming and coding methods
Installing and configuring operating systems using Command-Line Interface (CLI)

Industries

Programming and software development careers may be found in numerous industries, including, but not limited to:

Art and Design
Business
Engineering
Technology
Information Technology
Healthcare Technology

Career Opportunities

DeVry graduates of our bachelor’s degree in software development or who specialize in software design and programming may consider, but are not limited to, the following careers:

Software Application Developer
Software Systems Developer
Software Developer and Programmer
Software Programmer and Analyst
Web Developer and Programmer
Computer systems analyst
Computer programmer
Front-end and back-end developer
Software consultant

Degree Programs

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