System Programmer Job Description
A system programmer is a information technology professional who programs computer hardware and software systems for functionality.
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Education
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Job prospects for these occupations are favorable for those with a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or a related discipline.
Qualifications
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Qualifications include several years of experience in back-end programming on server hardware, software, operating systems and web servers.
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Responsibilities
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Working with system design engineers, responsibilities include following logical development guidelines to program systems, servers and software to function and interface with other programs in an effort to create secure, user-friendly applications.
Other Responsibilities
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These professionals test and debug programs to ensure the system functions properly and efficiently.
Salary
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As of January 2010, Indeed.com lists an average salary of $66,000 per year for these occupations.
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