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Job Description

Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 15-1199.02

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Computer Systems Engineers/Architects”.

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Tasks for “Software Engineer”

Develop or approve project plans, schedules, or budgets.
Perform ongoing hardware and software maintenance operations, including installing or upgrading hardware or software.
Investigate system component suitability for specified purposes and make recommendations regarding component use.
Provide customers or installation teams guidelines for implementing secure systems.
Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture.
Develop application-specific software.
Document design specifications, installation instructions, and other system-related information.
Research, test, or verify proper functioning of software patches and fixes.
Provide advice on project costs, design concepts, or design changes.
Evaluate current or emerging technologies to consider factors such as cost, portability, compatibility, or usability.
Develop system engineering, software engineering, system integration, or distributed system architectures.
Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs.
Provide technical guidance or support for the development or troubleshooting of systems.
Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.
Direct the installation of operating systems, network or application software, or computer or network hardware.
Define and analyze objectives, scope, issues, or organizational impact of information systems.
Monitor system operation to detect potential problems.
Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems.
Complete models and simulations, using manual or automated tools, to analyze or predict system performance under different operating conditions.
Establish functional or system standards to address operational requirements, quality requirements, and design constraints.
Develop efficient and effective system controllers.
Communicate project information through presentations, technical reports, or white papers.
Train system users in system operation or maintenance.
Evaluate existing systems to determine effectiveness and suggest changes to meet organizational requirements.
Configure servers to meet functional specifications.
Collaborate with engineers or software developers to select appropriate design solutions or ensure the compatibility of system components.
Perform security analyses of developed or packaged software components.
Design and conduct hardware or software tests.

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