Application Developer Salary in Ohio

Job Description

Overview

• Programs computers.
• Develops, runs tests, and maintains current computer programs that provide instructions computers must follow to perform their function.
• Develops, designs, and tests logical structure for solving problems by computers.
• Writes programs according to specifications, which may be provided by Software Engineers, Systems Analysts, or other computer scientists.
• Updates, repairs, modifies, and expands existing computer programs.
• This position is distinguished from Programmer Analyst as this position may not include or involves a lesser degree of structured analysis, impact and compatibility analysis, cost analysis, computer capability analysis, feasibility studies, and user/customer interface.

Typical Functions

• Converts data from project specifications and statement of problem and procedures to create or modify computer programs, applying knowledge of programming techniques and computer systems.
• Prepares, or receives from systems analyst or other computer scientist, flowcharts and diagrams to illustrate sequence of steps program must follow and to describe logical operations involved.
• Analyzes workflow chart and diagram, applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
• Confers with supervisor and representatives of departments concerned with program to resolve questions of program intent, data input, output requirements, and inclusion of internal checks and controls.
• Reads manuals, periodicals, and technical reports to learn ways to develop programs that meet user requirements.
• Formulates plan outlining steps required to develop program, using structured analysis and design.
• Submits plans to user for approval.
• Designs computer terminal screen displays to accomplish goals of user request.
• Converts project specifications, using flowcharts and diagrams, into sequence of detailed instructions and logical steps; and codes language that can be processed by computer, applying knowledge of computer programming techniques and computer languages.
• Enters program codes into computer system.
• Inputs test data into computer.
• Observes computer monitor screen to interpret program operating codes.
• Reads computer printouts or observes display screen to detect syntax or logic errors during program test, or uses diagnostic software to detect errors.
• Corrects program errors using methods such as modifying program or altering sequence of program steps.
• Recreates steps taken by user to locate source of problem and rewrites program to correct errors.
• Analyzes, reviews, and rewrites programs to increase operating efficiency or to adapt program to new requirements.
• Compiles and writes documentation of program development and subsequent revisions.
• Writes instructions to guide operating personnel during production runs.
• Writes manual for users to describe installation and operating procedures.
• Assists users to solve operating problems.
• May work with Systems Analyst to obtain and analyze project specifications and flowcharts.
• May install and test program at user site.
• May monitor performance of program after implementation.
• May specialize in developing programs for business or technical applications.
• May train workers to use program.
• May assist Computer Operator to resolve problems in running computer program.