Software developers
Write the code behind the apps millions of people use.
$133,080/yrBachelor’s common, but portfolios/coding bootcamps can work | Projects matter a lot⇧ Strong
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AR Developer
AR Developers create augmented reality applications that overlay digital content onto the physical world.
Typical pay
$98,000/yr
Education
Bachelor's common
Outlook
⇧ Strong
Why this matters in Technology
Software is built by developers, testers, and engineers.
What you’d actually do
Develop AR applications using platforms like ARKit and ARCore, create 3D models and animations, implement spatial tracking, optimize rendering performance, test on various devices, collaborate with designers, and integrate with back-end systems.
What can I do right now?
- Robotics club, Hackathons, Science fairs, Coding projects
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