Description
Software Engineer designs, develops, modifies, documents, tests, implements, instals and supports software applications and systems that meet specific user needs and requirements.
| Major Group | 2 – Professionals |
| Sub-Major Group | 26 – ICT Professionals |
| Minor Group | 261 – Business and Systems Analysts, and Programmers |
| Unit Group | 2613 – Software and Applications Programmers |
Specialisation
- – Computer Applications Engineer
- – Database Designer
- – Systems Architect
Job Outlook
| Weekly Earnings | AUD 2003 |
| Work full-time hours | 92% |
| Growth expected in the next 5 years | Very Strong |
| Gender share | 12% Female, 87% Male |
| Average full-time | 42 Hours |
| Skill level rating | Very high skill |
| Average Age | Males: 36.9 |
| Females: 38.8 | |
| Persons: 37.3 | |
| Employed | 30,600 |
Alternative Titles
- – Software Architect
- – Software Designer
Skill Priority in 2023
The Skills Priority List (SPL) offers an elaborate perspective on professions experiencing a shortage at a national level and within individual states and territories in Australia. Additionally, the SPL provides insight into the projected demand for various occupations in the future.
- S: Shortage
- NS: No Shortage
- R: Regional Shortage
Software Engineer 261313
| National | NSW | VIC | QLD | SA | WA | TAS | NT | ACT | Future Demand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | At Economy-Wide Average |
Occupation List Information
| Occupation on the Skill list | Occupation not on the Skill List |
|---|---|
| Combined Skilled Occupations List (STSOL MLTSSL) | Labor Market Testing Required for 457 List (LMTL) |
| Medium Long Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) | Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) |
| Labor Market Testing Required for 457 List (LMTL) |
Unit Group: 2613 SOFTWARE AND APPLICATIONS PROGRAMMERS
Occupations in Unit Group 2613
- – Analyst Programmer 261311
- – Developer Programmer 261312
- – Software Engineer 261313
- – Software Tester 261314
- – Software and Applications Programmer nec 261399
Unit Group 2613 is a part of the ACS ANZSCO and includes various occupations related to software development and information technology. These occupations require high-level technical knowledge and skills in programming languages, software design, and development.
Skill Level Requirement
Skill Level: 1
To be classified as a ANZSCO Skill Level 1 occupation under ANZSCO, Software Engineer (261313) requires a skill level commensurate with a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification. In addition to formal education, a minimum of five years of relevant work experience in the field is also usually required.
Skills Assessment Authority
ACS (Australian Computer Society)
The assessing authority for this occupation is typically the Australian Computer Society (ACS) or the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ), which will assess your qualifications and experience to determine if you meet the skill level requirements for this occupation.
Task to Perform for Software Engineer
- Gathering and analysing user requirements to design and develop software programs and applications.
- Writing, testing, and debugging code using programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, etc.
- Collaborating with other team members, such as project managers, designers, and other developers to ensure that software applications are developed on time and within budget.
- Maintaining and updating existing software applications to ensure they continue to meet user needs and requirements.
- Documenting software designs, test plans, and user manuals for future reference.
- Keeping up to date with emerging trends and technologies in software development.
Main Industries
- PROFESSIONAL, SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL SERVICES (56.3%)
- FINANCIAL AND INSURANCE SERVICES(9.7%)
- MANUFACTURING (4.5%)
- INFORMATION MEDIA AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS(6.9%)
- OTHER INDUSTRIES (19.3%)
English Requirement
| English Language Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | Minimum Score of 6 (Learning, Reading, Writing), 7 in Speaking and 7 Overall |
| Occupational English Test (OET) | OET result with a Minimum Grade B in all sections |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) | Minimum Score (Learning: 12, Reading: 13, Writing: 21, Speaking: 23 and Overall 93) |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic | Minimum Score of 50 (Learning, Reading, Writing), 65 in Speaking and 65 Overall |
Exceptions
- Australian graduate exceptions may apply to certain states and territories, which can provide some relief for international graduates regarding work experience requirements for specific occupations.
- Additionally, some states and territories may have particular requirements on their Priority Skilled Lists that must be met for a trade to be eligible for sponsorship or nomination.
- IELTS or OET exemptions may apply to UK, Canada, New Zealand, US, and Ireland citizens regarding English proficiency.
However, for all other applicants, their English proficiency must meet the licensing/registration criteria or a minimum IELTS/equivalent level, whichever is higher, to be eligible for a skilled migration visa. Therefore, it is essential to check the specific requirements for your chosen occupation and state/territory before applying for a skilled migration visa.