2174- Computer programmers and interactive media developers

Canada NOC: 
2174
Job Title: 

Computer programmers and interactive media developers

Job Description: 

Computer programmers write, modify, integrate and test computer code for software applications, data processing applications, operating systems-level software and communications software. Interactive media developers write, modify, integrate and test computer code for Internet and mobile applications, computer-based training software, computer games, film, video and other interactive media. They are employed in computer software development firms, information technology consulting firms, and in information technology units throughout the private and public sectors.

Main Duties: 

Computer programmers and interactive media developers perform some or all of the following duties:


Computer programmers
Write, modify, integrate and test software code
Maintain existing computer programs by making modifications as required
Identify and communicate technical problems, processes and solutions
Prepare reports, manuals and other documentation on the status, operation and maintenance of software
Assist in the collection and documentation of user requirements
Assist in the development of logical and physical specifications
May lead and co-ordinate teams of computer programmers
May research and evaluate a variety of software products.
Interactive media developers
Program animation software to predefined specifications for interactive video games, Internet and mobile applications
Program special effects software for film and video applications
Write, modify, integrate and test software code for e-commerce, Internet and mobile applications
Assist in the collection and documentation of user requirements
Assist in the development of logical and physical specifications
May lead and co-ordinate teams of interactive media developers
May research and evaluate a variety of interactive media software products.

Employment Requirements: 

A bachelor's degree in computer science or in another discipline with a significant programming component
or
Completion of a college program in computer science is usually required.
Specialization in programming for engineering and scientific applications requires specific post-secondary study or experience.

Additional Inormation: 

Progression to information systems analyst, software engineer or Web designer is possible with experience.

Classified Elsewhere: 

Computer network technicians (2281)
Database analysts and data administrators (2172)
E-business managers (in 0124 Advertising, marketing and public relations managers)
Graphic designers and illustrators (5241)
Information systems analysts and consultants (2171)
Information systems testing technicians (2283)
Software engineers and designers (2173)
Web designers and developers (2175)

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Source Of Info: 

National Occupation Classification, (2011)

Statistics Canada and Human Resources and Skills Development Canada,

February 2012,

Catalogue no. 12-583-X