Salary Range
$50,000 to $100,000+Overview
Mobile software developers design and build applications (which are often referred to as apps) for mobile devices, which include smartphones, tablet computers, e-readers, and wearables. They are also known as mobile software designers. Approximately 944,200 software application developers are employed in the United States.Â
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
Much Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Creative
Problem-Solving
Technical
Career Ladder
Software Manager or Independent Consultant
Mobile Software Project Team Leader
Mobile Software Developer
Computer Programmer or Web Developer
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