Job Description of a .Net Developer
As a NET developer, one works on large projects, the individual works with basically six built in aspects: Application, Error, Server, Session Response and Request. One needs to interact with project managers, database representatives and interface designers. A .Net developer functions independently, often working for 40 hours a week. In case there is workload and certain deadlines to meet, the working hours can extend.
Responsibilities and Field of Work
- Should be capable of analyzing, designing and implementing software, with regards to security, performance and scalability.
- Should implement new product ideas.
- Is responsible for participating in all the aspects of software development.
- Is responsible for writing technical concepts
- Expected to do development with .NET software and Microsoft Visual Studio 2008.
- It is the responsibility of the software developer to design good and unique codes and always come up with a good product. Even if it's more time consuming, and there are deadlines to meet, it is best to do the proper testing and coding.
- Ability to work as a team is very essential. Software development is not a one person's task, a lot of people work on it at the same time, so compatibility and team work is important.
Academic and Skill Sets
- The first and foremost requirement is that the applicant should posses a bachelors degree in computer science.
- Advanced knowledge and additional certificates in the specialization field is always acceptable.
- Should have experience in Microsoft Structured Query language and JavaScript
- Knowledge in Cascading Style Sheets is also essential
- Knowledge of hypertext makeup language
- Should be well versed with Microsoft applications
- Should understand VB script
- Should also possess experience to work with database script, Oracle
- Knowledge of C# is also important.
- It is an added trait to develop good relation with colleagues and bosses, irrespective of any field you are in. These interpersonal relations go a long way as people do not stick to the same jobs all of their life.
One can expand their knowledge on programming tools and techniques. Adding expertise to ASP.NET will be beneficial for better job opportunities. The individual can develop knowledge on C#, AJAX, JavaScript. One can also opt for distance learning programs if you are involved in a full time job. Knowledge of AJAX, XML, and (Extensible Mark-up Language) improves ones marketability and helps you find good jobs. Cyber security and privacy is matter of major concern these days, so one can also develop expertise in this area as it's an emerging field with a lot of potential.
Prior Experience
There are two ways of developing one's career opportunities with prior work experience as a software designer.
Individuals can start off as a senior developer and then gradually elevate to become a team leader and then a project manager. It is not necessary that because you are a software developer, you will continue testing, coding and developing software all your life. You can also deviate to Managerial jobs after five seven years of experience.
On the other hand individuals can update his/her technical know-how working with a code cracking team and conduct code reviews. Thereon they can become System Architects or Database Architects with ample technical experience.
Employment Outlook
Career Prospects (globally)
The job prospects of a .NET software developer will decline by 4% in the near future. With the growing number of software professionals all over the world, there is going to be a dull phase between 2006 and 2016.
Though information technology is the field for .Net developers, but it is not necessary that they will be employed only in IT sector. They can find employment in data management companies, insurance companies, or any other corporate companies to develop indigenous software for them.
Salaries
The average salary of software developer begins from $40,000 but can go up to $100,000 with experience and expertise.
With the advent of IT technology, software developers are in great demand to design and develop all kinds of applications for various industry domains. If you think writing codes is your forte, you can go ahead and enroll for a suitable degree/diploma course and join this lucrative profession.
