Software developer
A Software developer is a professional who designs, develops, and maintains software for various purposes. Software can include games, applications, websites, and artificial intelligence solutions. Software developers use different programming languages, such as Python, Java, or JavaScript. The profession requires problem-solving skills, creativity and the ability to work as part of a team.
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Software design and programming require technical competence, such as programming and operating system management and database competence. The profession requires mastery of programming languages, such as Python, Java or C+++, and an understanding of software development processes. Knowledge of databases, software architecture and version control systems is also important.
Software developers must be able to analyse and solve complex problems. Software design requires the management of large entities, a systematic approach and logical reasoning skills. The profession also requires project competence. Cooperation skills are also necessary, as the work is also carried out in teams. Commercial competence is beneficial.
Good English skills are essential, as the working language of the industry is usually English. The rapid development of information technology requires monitoring the development of the field and constant learning.
Vocational upper secondary education and training institutions offer vocational upper secondary qualifications in information and communications technology. After gaining more experience, you can complete a further and specialist vocational qualification in information and communications technology.
At universities of applied sciences, you can complete a bachelor of business administration degree in data processing. Universities of applied sciences also offer bachelor of engineering degrees with specialisation in fields such as information technology.
In the field of science at universities, you can study computer science and information technology and complete a master of arts degree or a bachelor of science degree. Faculties of technology provide education in technology, in which case the master's degree is a master of science (technology) and the bachelor's degree is a bachelor of science (technology). The studies may focus on, for example, information technology and telecommunications technology.
Median salary
4461 €/mo
Private sector
4504 €/mo
Public sector
3590 €/mo
The data is based on the median income, meaning the amount of salary which is the middle of the salary amounts arranged in order of magnitude.
Source: Statistics Finland's structural statistics on wages and salaries