Senior Software Developer Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Senior Software Developer includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Meeting with Development Managers to discuss software projects.
  • Conducting feasibility studies for upgraded software systems.
  • Designing new software programs, websites, and applications.
  • Managing project timelines and tasks.
  • Writing development reports.
  • Creating technical documents for new software programs.
  • Assigning tasks to junior developers such as coding, testing, debugging, and analytics.
  • Writing advanced programming code.
  • Reviewing updated software systems.
  • Training staff on software use.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Senior Software Developer duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Senior Software Developer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.