Information Technology (IT) App Developer

Overview

An IT App Developer, or a mobile developer, designs, builds, tests, produces, and improves mobile apps for a business.

What responsibilities will I have?

• Design and develop mobile applications for iOS and Android per the company’s technology and communications vision or strategy
• Create visually appealing as well as intuitive user interfaces
• Analyze, review, and assess user requirements, specifications, and models for understanding the needs of the user
• Gather information for the app development via interviews, focus groups, research, etc.
• Document internal and external source code
• Create implementation and test specifications for new applications; participate in testing
• Handle support and documentation of the mobile applications created
• Troubleshoot and implement testing solutions
• Work closely with marketing and business team members as well as other developers to ensure goals and objectives are met
• Participate in future mobile app development plans and discussions

What education and training is required?

A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, MIS, information technology, or software engineering is required.

To pursue a career as an IT App Developer:

The following high school courses are recommended: agricultural education, mathematics and computer courses.

Typical Employers:

IT App Developers work for medium to large-scale agricultural companies of varying types. They may also work for non-profits or government agencies.

Future Job Market/Outlook

The future outlook for an IT App Developer will be good over the next five years.

Suggested Professional Organizations and Associations

• Association of Information Technology Professionals
• National Association of Programmers
• Network Professionals Association
• Software Development Forum