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Software Developers create programs and apps, collaborating with teams while coding, testing functionality, and applying design and problem-solving skills.

    • AI Exposure: High

      This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.

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  • This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Software Developer?

Get qualified to work as a Software Developer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Software Developer generally earns $1,600 per week ($83,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience and technical expertise you can expect a higher salary than people who are new in the role.

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There are approximately 34,500 Software Developers employed in Australia right now, with thousands of openings expected over the next 5 years. Software Developers usually work for IT firms (or start their own private business), but there are many opportunities to work for corporate enterprises, government departments, and other large employers.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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Software Developers need advanced coding skills and be able to work with different programming languages. We suggest the Certificate IV in Programming plus the Diploma of Diploma of Software Development as a starting point. These qualifications take 6-12 months to complete. Savvy developers will be well-versed in the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain technologies.

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Software Developers create computer programs and apps, usually collaborating with large project teams of corporate clients, other developers, and in-house executives. This rapidly growing career combines your flair for creative design with problem solving, interpersonal skills, and meticulous attention to detail.

As a software developer you’ll be writing code and using multiple programming languages — but you’ll also need a working knowledge of operating systems, application server, database, and cloud infrastructure. A typical workday could involve testing the functionality of newly developed software or brainstorming a solution with an ICT project team.

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