2. Software Architect
A software designer is a software development expert who makes high-level design choices and dictates technical standards, including software coding standards, tools, and platforms.
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software architect with Glassware Wireless and Tom Sweenet President and CEO
What’s the salary?
Mean Income: $129,148
Top 10%: $175,563
What do you need?
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field
- Proficient in code writing
- Experience with software architectural tools and technology