Software Engineer

About the job:

What you do

Today, in Saudi Arabia, there is a great demand for software engineers. Local companies like Microsoft, IBM, Cisco Systems, Oracle, Aramco, SCECO, SABIC, banks, telecommunications providers and carriers such as STC, Mobily and Zain, in addition to multinationals such as Google, Apple, Microsoft, Siemens and Telus – all have constant interest in software engineers across all branches. 

As a Software Engineer, you develop systems and software for businesses. These products range from business applications and games to network control systems and operating systems. 

The tough stuff

As a Software Engineer, you may have to:

  • Work under stress
  • Meet tight deadlines
  • Spend hours in front of a computer every day
The cool stuff

As a Software Engineer, you may get to:

  • Work remotely
  • See your code come to life!
  • Make a good income since demand for this job is growing
Typical work hours
  • 40-50 hours per week
  • 10-20% nights and weekends

As a Software Engineer, you mostly work regular hours. But you may work extra hours on evenings and weekends when deadlines are near.

Are you the right fit?

Classes you should be good at
  • Math
  • IT
Best high school track(s)
  • Sciences
Personal qualities
  • Problem Sensitivity
  • Mathematical Reasoning
  • Reasoning & Problem Solving

Will you make money?

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Education stuff:

Education required
  • You will need a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer programming, software development, mathematics or a similar field. 
  • Some companies may require a master’s degree in computer science or a related subject.
Online education resources
Local universities
Coming soon...
International universities

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