Attention to detail
Software Engineers can handle complex code and project in a thorough and precise manner.
Software Engineers
Descriptions & Duties
- Software engineers are responsible for research, requirements analysis, design, testing and maintenance on software program.
Main duties:
1. Research and apply the computer software technologies and methods;
2. Analyse project or product requirements, compile specification and software design documents;
3. Design, code and test the computer software;
4. Deploy and integrate the computer software;
5. Compile and manage the software development documents;
6. Maintain and manage the computer software systems;
7. Assess the software quality and process capability, and improve the implementation of software process;
8. Implement the software quality assurance and software quality control.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Trade Specific Competencies
Critical thinking
Being critical thinking are required to find and analyse the cause of a software problem and develop solutions.
Programming skills
Software Engineers should have a good knowledge of programming languages in order to design and maintain software programs.
Related Education & Training
Degree or above
Higher Diploma
- Higher Diploma in Computer and Electronic Engineering
- Higher Diploma in Telecommunications and Networking
- Higher Diploma in Software Engineering
- Higher Diploma in Game Software Development
- Higher Diploma in Information and Communications Technology
- Higher Diploma in Data Science and Analytics
- Higher Diploma in AI and Mobile Applications Development
Reference
- 1. The website of the Human Resources and Social Security Department of Guangdong Province, China
2. Occupational Classification of China