As with all careers, theres a hierarchy of levels in software engineering.
As we know, its based on experience, technical knowledge, and leadership skills.
Now if you are reading this you are probably not super clear on where these lines exist.
For example, junior vs senior developer or entry-level vs junior developer.
Each stage comes with its own expectations, skill requirements, and salary.
So lets jump in!
We call come from different educational backgrounds and even countries, which influence our job opportunities.
What to expect
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Software development lifecycles tend to be quite similar between companies.
Treat this as an opportunity to learn skills from them and help you advance in your career.
Youve probably heard this a million times but seriously, dont be afraid to ask questions.
Timebox your problems and when you feel stuck, reach out for help.
Also, keep in mind salaries are higher in the United States compared to Europe or elsewhere.
How to become a mid-level engineer
Mid-level engineers sit between junior and senior developer titles.
You might have even changed companies and worked on a different codebase.
But youll probably find a compromise through equity or additional benefits.
How to become a senior engineer
This is the next big step, becoming a senior engineer!
So be prepared to be flexible and agile when it comes to your day-to-day.
A senior engineer tends to be a bridge between project managers, engineers, and management.
Youll be moving from an individual contributor into the people and project side of the business.
Youll need to lead your team and equally important, advocate for your team.
Your job will be to keep your team on track towards the tangible delivery of items.
Expect to utilise soft skills heavily in a managerial role.
Continued learning on industry trends and continued practice of soft skills can help a manager succeed.
Becoming a software developer has many different phases.
It starts in a very heads-down environment, developing individual debugging and development skills by learning from others.
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.cult by Honeypot is a Berlin-based community platform for developers.
