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21230 – Computer systems developers and programmers
Computer systems developers and programmers write, modify, integrate and test computer code for software applications, data processing applications, operating systems-level software and communications software. They are employed in computer software development firms, information technology consulting firms, and in information technology units throughout the private and public sectors.
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Example titles
- Computer programmer
- Operating systems programmer
- Programmer analyst
- Scientific programmer
- Systems programmer
Main duties
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Write, modify, integrate and test software code
- Maintain existing computer programs by making modifications as required
- Identify and communicate technical problems, processes and solutions
- Prepare reports, manuals and other documentation on the status, operation and maintenance of software
- Assist in the collection and documentation of user requirements
- Assist in the development of logical and physical specifications
- May lead and coordinate teams of computer programmers
- May research and evaluate a variety of software products.
Employment requirements
- A bachelor's degree or college diploma program in computer science, computer engineering or in another discipline with a significant programming component
- Specialization in programming for engineering and scientific applications requires specific post-secondary study or experience.
Additional information
- Progression to information systems analyst is possible with experience.
Exclusions
- Computer network and web technicians (22220)
- Database analysts and data administrators (21223)
- Electronic business (e-business) manager (in 10022 Advertising, marketing and public relations managers)
- Information systems specialists (21222)
- Information systems testing technicians (22222)
- Software engineers and designers (21231)
- Web designers (21233)
- Web developers and programmers (21234)
Breakdown summary
- Broad occupational category
- 2 – Natural and applied sciences and related occupations
- TEER
- 1 – Occupations usually require a university degree
- Major group
- 21 – Professional occupations in natural and applied sciences
- Sub-major group
- 212 – Professional occupations in applied sciences (except engineering)
- Minor group
- 2123 – Computer, software and Web designers and developers
- Version
- NOC 2021 Version 1.0