Software development is the process of creating, testing, improving and mainting the set of softwares, procedures and documentation related to some computer task. Incorporate the conceptualization, programmation, testing, documentationa and mistakes resolution in the creation and maintenance of applications and frameworks resulting in a software product.

These professionals may be specialists in an specific area or be focused on programming and write code in various programming languages (e.g. C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python...) and frameworks or systems (e.g. AngularJS, Git...). The denomination and the description of this occupation may vary dependin on the software languages used, the organization or the project.

Software can be developed for a variety of purposes, such as the production of graphical environments, multimedial signal processing, information managemement or the creation of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) designed specifically for clients/companies in order to meet the needs of the general public or for personal use. In some cases, applications are developed for Cloud Development.

The technical innovations in programming (advanced computer technologies, programming tools, more sophisticated languages or new functionalities) redefine the role of the software developer and refedine much of the programming work done today.

• Investigate, design, implement and manage new softwares.
• Test, avaluate and verify new or existing softwares.
• Identify and develop modification arees in existing programmes.
• Write changes to the code of a software and carry out them in order to improve effectiveness.
• Develope softare tools, processes and metrics in order to ensure the quality.
• Maintain and update existing systems.
• Ensure the correct integration and operation of plug-ins and APIs.
• Work closely with other developers, UX designers, systems analysts and companies.
• Provide technology advice to other companies or professionals.

Regulated training and graduates

• Grau: Enginyeria informàtica
• Grau: Enginyeria informàtica de gestió i sistemes d'informació
• Grau: Enginyeria multimèdia
• Grau: Enginyeria de sistemes TIC
• Grau: Enginyeria de sistemes de telecomunicació
• Grau: Enginyeria de sistemes audiovisuals
• Grau: Enginyeria telemàtica
• Grau: Enginyeria en organització de les tecnologies de la informació i la comunicació
• Grau: Informàtica i serveis
• Grau: Mitjans audiovisuals
• Grau: Multimèdia
• Professional Training Course(s) in the professional family of IT - Advanced Level: Multiplatform Application Development
• Professional Training Course(s) in the professional family of IT - Advanced Level: Web application developer
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Seguretat informàtica (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Programació amb llenguatges orientats a objectes i bases de dades relacionals (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Programació de sistemes informàtics (Nivell 3)

Complementary training

Other specific skills

Analytical thought: Level 3

Customer orientation: Level 2

Initiative: Level 3

Concern for order and quality: Level 2

Learning and use of knowledge: Level 2

New technologies

People who show an interest in this field are motivated by the development and advanced use of new technologies in any of their applications (software, hardware, telecommunications) from an innovative perspective and in accordance with the continuous updates of technologies, programmes and equipment that appear on the market. The design, installation, management and maintenance of computer systems and new technologies are activities specific to this field.

Mobile application programmer

Programmer

Web programmer

e-Commerce and payment systems consultant

Hardware engineer

• Work hours

  Full-time.

• Salary

  From 21.000 to 48.000 euros, depending on experience and clients.

• Professional category

  Technician