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Also known as: programmer, software analyst, software engineer
Avg. salary range
$123k–$133k
across regions
Hours / Day
8
Days / Week
5
working days
About this career
A programmer, software analyst, and software developer is who designs the structure or hierarchy of a program. Developers become systems architects who design multi-leveled component interactions of a large software system. In smaller development environments, a few or even a single individual might handle the complete process.
Career Level
Where you could work
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Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Attention To Detail
Do you often notice things that other people miss? Are you able to complete a project with few or no mistakes?
Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Computer Skills
Can you easily learn to use new programs or applications? Are you able to quickly find necessary files or information? Can you fix minor computer related issues?
Organization
Are you able to keep clutter to a minimum? Can you keep track of lots of different information?
Problem Solving
Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you able to easily identify the cause of a problem?
Education & Training
Bachelor's Degree
A bachelor's is a post-secondary undergraduate degree. Historically, the term “college degree” meant a bachelor's or traditional four-year degree. Bachelor's degrees usually take between four and six years to complete.
Compensation
Spokane
Washington
Low
$83,900
Average
$122,800
High
$151,000
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
5 on · 2 off per cycle
Typical shifts are 9am until 5pm, Monday through Friday
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$129,467
Overall Rank
21st
out of 199 careers
In IT & Computer Science
2nd
out of 7 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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