Software Engineer

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12th (PCM Compulsory)

• Admission into the ‘Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science course is based on the candidates’ performance in the college/university-specific examination (if specified).However, it may vary from college to college; check the particular college rules and regulations before applying.

Official Website for registration to JEE Exam: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/

• A candidate should hold a graduation degree Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science / Bachelor of Technology in IT/ B.Sc.  in Computer Science/ BCA / or enroll in a Diploma in Computer Science.
• After graduating and acquiring knowledge of Languages like C, C++, Java, etc., an android Application Developer can work on projects to enhance candidate skills. Candidates can also build small candidate applications to increase their knowledge base before joining some big App Development enterprises.

• During the course, grab as many opportunities for internships or project works as a candidate can. These help the candidate gain insights into the kinds of tasks that can expect to perform in the future.
• The internship duration would be four weeks, eight weeks, or ten weeks, depending on the choice of the candidate.

Who is a Software Engineer?

Software Engineers are computer science professionals who use engineering principles and programming languages to build software and run network control systems. Software Engineers are essential in making computers and mobile devices operate correctly. Software Engineers are strategically minded individuals who excel in left- and right-brained thinking (analytical and creative skills). In addition, software Engineers are usually intuitive problem solvers, able to use tools such as the principles of applied mathematics and computer science to design, develop and troubleshoot computer software. 

Job Responsibilities of a Software Engineer

• A software engineer has to design, develop, implement and test the applications and evaluate the product.

• A software engineer creates and designs the software based on the client's requirements.

• A Software engineer plays a significant role in developing easy software solutions for complex tasks.

• Software engineers have to apply actual–time computation to practice.

• A Software engineer writes and tests the code.

   Career Scope of a Software Engineer

      In the Private Sector: There's a vast scope for software engineers in India and the global market. Some of the MNCs that hire Software engineers are:

• Intel

• Microsoft

• Google INC

• HP

• Oracle

• IBM India and many more

• Software engineers can work in private sector banks, schools, colleges & financial institutions.
• Software engineers can also choose teaching as a profession. 

       In Government Sector: 

       There are a lot of sectors that require software engineers, such as 

• Central/State Government Departments or Services.
• Ministry of Communications & Information Technology (MCIT) - CDAC, NIC.
• Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
• Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
• Public Sector Banks - State Bank of India, Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, etc.

      As a Self-Employment: 

• A Software Engineer can become a freelance software engineer. A freelancer software engineer is running a small business. A freelancer software engineer's boss, own salesperson, project manager, marketer, accountant, admin, etc. 
• A Software Engineer may also run a consultancy to develop & repair software according to client requirements.
• A freelancer software engineer is not restricted to the 9-5 schedule and can do work during the day and throughout the year.

    Salary/Income of a Software Engineer

      An entry-level software engineer with less than a year of experience can expect to earn from Rs. 3 Lakh to Rs. 5 Lakh per annum. Salaries also depend on the candidate's knowledge and whether the project has been completed.