Software Developer
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Potential job titles in this career
Application Developer,
Application Integration Engineer,
Developer,
Infrastructure Engineer,
Network Engineer,
Software Architect,
Software Developer,
Software Development Engineer,
Software Engineer,
Systems Engineer
* Additional schooling, certification, or degrees maybe be required for some of the potential careers that are listed.
What will I do?
Employment trends
| Location | Pay period | 2022 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | 25% | Median% | 75% | 90% | ||
| United States | Hourly | $34.27 | $46.54 | $61.18 | $77.64 | $95.24 |
| Yearly | $71,280 | $96,790 | $127,260 | $161,480 | $198,100 | |
| Arizona | Hourly | $37.13 | $45.27 | $53.07 | $65.70 | $82.39 |
| Yearly | $77,240 | $94,170 | $110,380 | $136,660 | $171,380 | |
| 2022 Median% | ||
|---|---|---|
| United States | $61.18 Hourly | $127,260 Yearly |
| Arizona | $53.07 Hourly | $110,380 Yearly |
Employment (2022)
1,594,500
employees
Projected growth (2022 - 2032)
Much faster than average (11% or higher)
Projected job openings (2022 - 2032)
136,300
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
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Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
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Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
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