Software Development Career Path PDF

Software development- company, position, career path Prasara Jakkaew, Ph.D. Positions in Software Development IT Salaries in Thailand The jobs are grouped into categories and are arranged by skill and level of experience. “Experience” refers to total years of IT work experience, not...

Software development- company, position, career path Prasara Jakkaew, Ph.D. Positions in Software Development IT Salaries in Thailand The jobs are grouped into categories and are arranged by skill and level of experience. “Experience” refers to total years of IT work experience, not necessarily just experience with that specific skill. The amounts shown are basic monthly salary only. Although generally not guaranteed, most companies also pay an annual bonus of at least one month, often more. Many companies also offer health insurance and larger firms also contribute to an employee provident fund. Senior management positions may include benefits such as a car or significant transport allowance. IT Salaries in Thailand Although certain sectors (such as financial services) typically pay higher salaries than others, many IT jobs are interchangeable across sectors. So the value of software developers, for example, will often reflect the demand for their specific technical skill, regardless of industry IT Salaries in Thailand Contractors are also often available on a fixed-term basis for many of these job functions. The benefits (to employers) of more granular resource control and less exposure to staff turnover, and the advantages (to contractors) of higher monthly incomes and greater career flexibility have made contracting an increasingly popular employment model. Contract rates are generally higher than salaries for permanent staff in the same position and can be affected by variables such as length of the contract.  Application Development For Programmers and Programmer / Analysts, Python and Java (across all platforms) remain among the top development skills employers are looking for. Full-stack Developer Developers responsible for all application aspects. Includes front- and back-end functionality, database access, middleware tools, and web server configuration. Versatile in working with multiple programming languages. Frontend: Backend: Databases: DevOps: Version Control: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node.js, Python, Java, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, GitHub, GitLab. React, Angular, Vue.js. Ruby, PHP. MongoDB, Redis. Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines. Application Development Front-end Developers and Software Testers saw significant salary increases. Skilled testers with experience in automated testing tools like Selenium, Robot, Appium, JMeter, Cypress, and Cucumber saw higher salaries. Python, Java, and shellscripting are frequently used in creating test environments and scripts, indicating potential higher salaries. Application Development Business Analysis Digital Marketing Data Science  Demand for Data Analysts, especially at senior levels, driving salary increases. Experience with Tableau, Cognos, Apache Data Spark, and other BI and data management tools. Analysts Solid background with SQL-Server, PL/SQL, MySQL. Python coding skills make Data Science positions attractive. Infrastructure and System Administration Infrastructure and System Administration The demand for Cybersecurity Specialists, especially those with certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA (for IT Auditors), and a strong understanding of ISO 27001 has also increased, particularly in financial services, healthcare, government, and retail sectors. Sales and Presales IT Management Career Paths in Software Development Entry-Level Positions: Examples: Junior Developer, Intern. Focus: Building foundational skills, understanding the software development lifecycle. Mid-Level Positions: Examples: Software Developer, QA Engineer. Focus: Gaining expertise in specific technologies, taking on more responsibility. Senior-Level Positions: Examples: Senior Developer, Lead Developer. Focus: Leading projects, mentoring junior staff, influencing technical decisions. Management Positions: Examples: Project Manager, CTO. Focus: Overseeing entire projects or technical departments, strategic planning. Types of Software Development Companies in Thailand Custom Software Product-Based IT Service Development Companies Providers Firms Outsourcing and Offshore Startups Development Centers Custom Software Development Firms These companies specialize in developing tailored software solutions to meet the specific needs of businesses. They handle everything from initial concept development to final deployment. Product-Based Companies These firms focus on developing and selling their own software products. They may develop SaaS (Software as a Service) platforms, mobile applications, or other proprietary software products. They often offer innovative, off-the-shelf solutions that can be customized or integrated into existing systems. Their products typically come with continuous updates and support. IT Service Providers These companies offer a range of IT services, including software development, IT consulting, and system integration. They are versatile and can adapt to the changing needs of a business, often helping companies to scale their IT infrastructure and improve operational efficiency. Startups Startups in Thailand are often focused on innovative solutions and disruptive technologies. They are agile and can quickly adapt to market changes, offering cutting-edge products or services. They may offer new apps, platforms, or digital services. Top 10 startups from Thailand 2024 Flash Express is a logistics and transportation firm that provides door-to-door pickup and delivery. Pomelo Fashion is a contemporary fashion label with a unique sense of style and an unbeatable pricing. aCommerce is an e-Commerce enabler that offers brands complete end-to-end solutions. Omise is an online payment platform that allows businesses to take payments over the internet in a simple and safe manner. Eatigo is a Southeast Asian web platform that provides an application for online restaurant reservations. is an all-in-one assistant software that provides professional services to help you with your daily tasks. Top 10 startups from Thailand 2024 FoodStory: From farm to fork, FoodStory is a comprehensive restaurant management software. Band Protocol : Connecting smart contracts to external data and APIs via a decentralized cross-chain data oracle AppMan is a leading insurtech for life insurance in Thailand and the Asian market, offering technologies to improve sales experience. Aviasales is a website that allows you to look for airline tickets online. Line Man is an all-in-one assistant software that provides professional services to help you with your daily tasks. Outsourcing and Offshore Development Centers These centers allow businesses to reduce costs and access a global talent pool by outsourcing software development tasks to countries with lower labor costs. They offer flexibility, scalability, and the ability to leverage specialized skills that may not be available in-house.  The impact of AI and machine learning on software development. Emerging Trends and The growing importance of Future cybersecurity roles. Opportunities The rise of remote work and its effect on career progression in software development.  Generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems are designed to generate specific outputs based on the quality of provided prompts. IT Hiring Prompt engineering helps generative AI Trends models better comprehend and respond (Continued) to a wide range of queries, from the simple to the highly technical. “Good prompts = good results”  Familiarity with large language models. Strong communication skills. What skills Ability to explain technical concepts. Programming expertise, especially in Python. does a Understanding of data structures and algorithms. Creativity and realistic assessment of new technologies' benefits and risks. prompt Deep understanding of vocabulary, nuance, phrasing, context, and linguistics. Effective communication of necessary context, instructions, content, or data to engineer the AI model. Knowledge of coding principles and programming languages. need? Knowledge of art history, photography, film terms, and various narrative styles or literary theories. Understanding of generative AI tools and deep learning frameworks. Employing advanced techniques to improve model understanding and output quality. The 10 Examples Of How AI Is Already Used In Our Everyday Life Open your phone Send an email or Social media Google search with face ID message Digital voice Smart home Commuting to Banking assistants devices work Amazon Netflix recommendations IT Hiring Trends (Continued) For career changers and those wanting to ‘re-skill’ into an IT career path, a Business Analyst position remains a good way to transition from a purely functional business background (e.g. accounting, credit risk analysis, logistics and supply chain, HR, etc.) into a more IT-centric job function.  Next week: Software Development Simulation  Students should form groups, with each group representing a different type of Steps 1: software company. Form Groups The group size should ideally range between 5 to 7 members.  Custom Software Development Firms: Develop software tailored to specific client needs. Product-Based Companies: Focus on creating and selling their own software products. Step 2: IT Service Providers: Offer a range of IT services Select including software development, maintenance, and support. Company Startups: Typically new companies focusing on Type innovative solutions and disruptive technologies. Outsourcing and Offshore Development Centers: Provide software development services to other companies, often located in different countries.  Groups must brainstorm and define a software product related to AI. The product could be an AI-driven Step 3: application, a machine learning model, or Define the a tool that incorporates AI to solve a specific problem. Product Clearly define the product’s objectives, target audience, and unique selling proposition.  Project Manager: Oversees the project and ensures deadlines are met. Software Developers: Handle the coding and technical development. Step 4: Role UI/UX Designers: Design the user interface and ensure a positive user experience. Assignment Business Analyst: Conducts market research and defines product requirements. Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer: Ensures the product meets the required standards before launch.  Requirements Gathering: Understand the needs of the end-users and define product features. Design and Prototyping: Create wireframes, Step 5: mockups, and prototypes of the product. Development: Begin coding the product Project according to the project plan. Development Testing: Conduct various testing phases, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing. Deployment: Prepare the product for launch, including documentation and support plans.  At the end of the simulation, each group will present their product, the challenges they faced, and how they overcame them. Step 6: Presentations should include a demo of Presentation the AI product, project documentation, and a summary of the company’s simulated operations. Evaluation Process Instructor Review: The instructor will use Peer Review: Group members can also be Feedback: Detailed feedback will be the rubric to assess each group's project, asked to assess their peers' contributions to provided to each group, highlighting focusing on how well they meet each ensure a fair evaluation of teamwork. strengths and areas for improvement in criterion. each criterion.  Rubric Criteria Excellent (4) Good (3) Fair (2) Poor (1) The project demonstrates exceptional originality The project shows originality and The project is somewhat original, but The project lacks originality and and innovation, with unique ideas and solutions creativity, with some unique ideas and relies heavily on standard ideas with creativity, showing little to no Creativity that exceed expectations. solutions. minimal creative input. innovation. The project functions flawlessly, meeting all The project functions well, with minor The project functions, but has several The project has significant requirements with no errors or issues, and issues that do not significantly affect the issues that negatively impact the user functionality issues that prevent it Functionality provides an excellent user experience. user experience. experience. from meeting requirements. The team worked seamlessly together, with all The team worked well together, with most The team had some collaboration The team struggled to work together, members contributing equally and effectively to members contributing effectively, though issues, with uneven contribution with significant issues in Teamwork the project's success. some roles were less active. among members. collaboration and contribution. The content is highly accurate, thoroughly The content is somewhat accurate, The content is inaccurate or researched, and covers the topic The content is accurate, well-researched, but lacks depth and thorough incomplete, lacking depth and Content Quality comprehensively. and covers the topic adequately. research. research. The project is extremely well-organized, with a The project is well-organized, with a good The project has some organization, The project lacks organization, with a logical flow of ideas and a clear structure that flow of ideas and structure, though some but the flow of ideas is inconsistent confusing flow of ideas and unclear Organization enhances understanding. areas could be more logically arranged. and the structure is unclear. structure. The group has simulated the selected The group failed to simulate the The group has effectively simulated the selected company type well, showing a good The group has attempted to simulate selected company type accurately, company type, demonstrating a deep understanding of its operations, though the selected company type, but with with little understanding of its Company understanding of its operations, processes, and some aspects were less accurately several inaccuracies or operations, processes, or business Simulation business model. represented. misunderstandings. model. Weighting Creativity: 20% Functionality: 20% Teamwork: 15% Content Quality: 15% Organization: 15% Company Simulation: 15% https://www.synthesia.io/post/generative-ai-examples