Computer System Engineer/Architect Careers
Individuals in this occupation design and develop solutions to complex applications
problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management
and integration functions.
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Tasks*
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- Collaborate with engineers or software developers to select appropriate
design solutions or ensure the compatibility of system components.
- Complete models and simulations, using manual or automated tools, to
analyze or predict system performance under different operating conditions.
- Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system
requirements.
- Define and analyze objectives, scope, issues, or organizational impact
of information systems.
- Design and conduct hardware or software tests.
- Develop or approve project plans, schedules, or budgets.
- Develop system engineering, software engineering, system integration,
or distributed system architectures.
- Direct the installation of operating systems, network or application
software, or computer or network hardware.
- Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer
systems.
- Document design specifications, installation instructions, and other
system-related information.
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Wages & Employment*
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National
Median wages data collected from Computer Specialists, All Other.
Employment data collected from Computer Specialists, All Other.
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Median wages (2005) |
$28.57 hourly, $59,420 annual |
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Employment (2004) |
149,000 employees |
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Projected growth (2004-2014) |
Average (10-20%)
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Projected need (2004-2014) |
45,000 additional employees |
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