A computer software engineer is a specialized programmer that creates complex computer software systems. Computer software engineers usually work in more detail that an ordinary computer software programmer, though the actual mechanics of the job are fairly similar. While a programmer might work on pieces of products such as web applications or API code, a software engineer usually has a broader view...

A software designer is a type of developer that focuses more on the functionality, design and form of a software system rather than the actual programming and development of the system itself. Software designers often work directly with clients to determine their needs. Designers try to find ways to streamline the process of working with a software system for the end user, and try to make the...

A software developer works in a variety of industries to create, modify and test software programs. Software developers can be responsible for the creation of web-based applications, cloud-based Software as a Service applications, video games, accounting software, medical software and more. Software developers usually work in teams and they need to be intelligent, adaptive, creative and knowledgeable....