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Find out how to become an IT programmer and work in the information technology industry. Discover information on salary, growth, stability and occupational expectations.

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The current average salary of an Programmer is $61,000 - 96,500 annually

Overview

IT programmers write computer code in a number of programming languages such as Java and C++. They are also responsible for the testing and trouble shooting of computer systems. Employment for IT programmers to 2019 is expected to remain stable. Employment in this medium sized occupation fell over the last five years.

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Key skills

IT programmers are responsible for the research, analysis, design and implementation of the computer code required to enable a computer to follow user instructions.

Understand client requirements and designs
Create new computer programmes to client specifications
Have command of a variety of computer programming languages
Update existing programmes to allow for innovations
Initiate and control specialist testing and debugging routines
Communicate with clients throughout the design process

Quick facts

Working as an IT programmer gives you the opportunity to interact with computers whilst combining creative thinking and information gathering to create client requested results.

Outlook

Average Hours Worked

39.5 full-time hours per week vs. all jobs average of 40 hours

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Main Industries

Information Technology
Average qualification level

35.4% Bachelor degree

* All information on this page has been complied using figures from payscale.com.au and the Australian Government's joboutlook.gov.au - all figures are indications only, and are accurate at time of publication. Please do your own research before selecting a course or career.

Study pathways

Get the skills you need to find work as an IT programmer by studying the information technology courses below.