The rise in demand for digital solutions.

The custom software development market is expected to grow by around 22% between 2025 to 2023. Becoming a software engineer is a solid and aspirational career choice for many.

What Software Developers Do

Responsibilities of a software developer span the entire software development life cycle, from understanding user needs to coding, testing, and launching applications. Programming and problem-solving skills are essential.

Specialised Roles

– Cloud Engineer

– Artificial Intelligence (AI)

– Blockchain Technology

– Web Developer

– Mobile App Developer

– Game Developer

– Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)

– Low-Code and No-Code Platforms

– Cybersecurity Engineer

– Quality Assurance Engineer

– Full Stack Developer

– Machine Learning Engineer

– DevOps Engineer

Where Software Developers Work

Software developers are in demand across a wide range of industries and sectors including technical, aerospace, manufacturing, retail, government, energy, healthcare and insurance.

How the IAP Can Help

Take a look at our Careers in IT page. We have some great advice to help you navigate and develop a career in IT and there’s a direct link to TotalJobs on our Job Board page. To find new opportunities you can also list your name and skills on our Find a Consultant page. Belonging to the IAP connects you to a diverse, professional group who have a vast amount of skills and experience in software development and IT so, make the most of your membership. If we can help further in any way please email admin@iap.org.uk