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Computer programmer, Kaihanga papatono

Also known as

  • Programmer, network programmer, software engineer, ICT programmer, informations systems programmer, IT engine programmer, analyst programmer

Computer programmers develop and manage code and scripts that allow computer applications to run.

A woman sits at a desk in front of two computer monitors typing on a keyboard. The monitors display computer coding.

Your pay could be

$66K

Lower

$88K to $147K

Most common

$185K

Upper

How does this pay compare?

Pay is before tax

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Career idea

Blockchain engineer

Kaipūhanga pātengi porohono

Pay

$80K to $100K annually

You'll need

0 to 3 years of training
Blockchain engineers design and develop blockchain technology like cryptocurrency, payment processing and document sharing systems.

Career idea

Computer and information scientist

Kaipūtaiao rangahau rorohiko, pārongo hoki

Pay

$71K to $114K annually

You'll need

0 to 5 years of training
Computer and information scientists explore and create ways to improve computer systems. They solve complex computing problems and develop new hardware and software.

Career idea

Computer engineer

Kaipūhanga pūnaha rorohiko

Pay

$84K to $142K annually

You'll need

0 to 3 years of training
Computer engineers design, develop, test and programme computer equipment like servers and circuit boards.

Career idea

Computer network architect

Kaihoahoa whatunga rorohiko

Pay

$84K to $142K annually

You'll need

0 to 3 years of training
Computer network architects develop data communication networks for organisations like local area networks. They may recommend software and hardware and design security systems.

Career idea

Computer network support specialist

Mātanga tautoko whatunga rorohiko

Pay

$64K to $115K annually

You'll need

0 to 2 years of training
Computer network support specialists check, test and maintain an organisation's digital network systems. They may help staff with internet access and make sure networks are secure.

Career idea

Computer systems analyst

Kaitātari pūnaha rorohiko

Pay

$77K to $149K annually

You'll need

0 to 2 years of training
Computer systems analysts manage an organisation's computer systems and networks. They maintain and check systems, upgrade software and design solutions to solve issues and increase efficiency.

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