Performs coding, debugging, testing, configuration, and analysis to develop or modify application programs.
Conducts detailed analysis of functional and technical requirements needed to create specifications. Utilizes programming, scripting, or database language to produce efficient code. Performs unit testing of applications. Produces application documentation, including process and data flow diagrams. Provides support for implementing, enhancing, integrating, and maintaining applications.
Salary.com identifies five increasing levels of proficiency for each skill/competency. Some jobs require only a relatively low level of proficiency in each skill/competency, while other jobs will require a more advanced level of proficiency in the same skill/competency. These levels rate the degree of proficiency (skill level, expertise) we expect the incumbent to perform in the given skill/competency for the given job. Note that we intentionally do not associate timeframes or years of experience in performing the skill/competency because that can be misleading. Proficiency levels identify what the incumbent knows and can do rather than how long they have been doing it. Also, note that the proficiency levels are cumulative, e.g., a level 4 proficiency implies the ability to perform all the behaviors at the lower levels.
Check each Applications Programmer I skill and competencie below to view definitions.
Skill definition-Ability to develop user interface and user experience elements to convert business requirements into a technical application design.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Discusses the difference between user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) in application design.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Follows basic graphic design principles in updating designs for web or mobile applications.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Partners with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate and implement designs for a web-based application.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Manages application design efforts to conform with accessibility standards and usability requirements.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Constructs practical design artifacts and prototypes to determine risks and issues during application development.
Skill definition-Applying computer science and engineering principles, methods, and practices to design, develop, deploy, and maintain reliable software systems.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Describes the application of engineering principles and methods in software architecture design.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Gathers and compiles user requirements to support software design and development processes.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Performs system analyses to assess the functionality and interoperability of software products.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Establishes performance metrics to track the effectiveness of software engineering processes and procedures.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Designs and executes innovative strategies to streamline software engineering processes.
Skill definition-Using Java in the development and maintenance of application programs and systems.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Explains the use of Java programming language in web technology.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Maintains Java-based code to support web-based processes.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Performs Java code development in support of the critical software application.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Manages and directs multiple development groups on the Java platform.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Designs the Java application development principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
Skill definition-Using JavaScript in the development and maintenance of Web-based application systems.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Explains cross-browser compatibility of JavaScript.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Makes use of front-end JavaScript frameworks to support the development of web applications.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Tests codes from web applications using modern JavaScript front-end frameworks.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Integrates JavaScript modern technologies to provide an engaging and interactive customer environment.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Designs web pages using JavaScript to save information to the database with applicable business rules.
Skill definition-Gathering, organizing, and analyzing information to identify the root cause of organizational problems and develop alternative solutions accordingly.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Explains the integral role data collection plays when conducting analytical thinking.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Breaks down a specific project into lists of tasks.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Examines information or a situation thoroughly and in detail.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Draws conclusions based upon logic and intuitive judgment.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Forecasts customers' expectations and formulates strategies to ensure customer satisfaction.
Skill definition-The ability and process of implementing new ideas and initiatives to improve organizational performance.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Discusses the strengths and weaknesses of our products and services.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Explains advantages and disadvantages of different organizational structures from an efficiency perspective.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Demonstrates an innate sense of how to achieve positive results in the current environment.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Leverages the latest technologies and tools that enhance business analytics.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Conceptualizes new and creative business initiatives to boost business growth.
There are 7 hard skills for Applications Programmer I, Application Design, Software Engineering, Application Development, etc.
7 general skills for Applications Programmer I, Java, JavaScript, Programming, etc.
7 soft skills for Applications Programmer I, Analytical Thinking, Innovation, Attention to Detail, etc.
While the list totals 21 distinct skills, it's important to note that not all are required to be mastered to the same degree. Some skills may only need a basic understanding, whereas others demand a higher level of expertise.
For instance, as an Applications Programmer I, he or she needs to be proficient in Analytical Thinking, be proficient in Innovation, and be proficient in Attention to Detail.
