Approximately 377,500 jobs will be created in computer and information technology annually from 2022-2032*. Whether you want to increase your salary or pursue a specialization, discover the resources you need to advance your back-end development career.
Build advanced development skills and earn credentials from industry leaders
Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Mobile Development Tools, Mobile Development, Android Development
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Python Programming, Problem Solving
The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computer Programming, Problem Solving, Computer Graphics, Creativity, Decision Making, Programming Principles, Critical Thinking, Software Engineering, System Programming
Ready to take the next step in your back-end development career? Roles in computer and information technology earn more than twice the average salary for all occupations, so you have plenty of high-paying career paths to choose from*. As a mid-level or advanced back-end developer, you may begin to apply for leadership positions such as a lead software engineer, director of engineering, or senior product manager. You could also focus on an industry niche such as blockchain development or obtain the front-end development skill set to become a well-rounded full-stack developer. Learn more about how to prepare for more advanced development roles and how Coursera can help:
*US Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Occupational Outlook Handbook: Computer and Information Technology Occupations, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/home.htm.” Accessed February 6, 2024.
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