Autor: Codenga 18.04.2024

The art of finding a job in IT lies in selecting those offers that match our skills and interests. One of the most important skills is properly reading and interpreting job postings.

In this article, we will analyze 10 sample job postings. We will extract information about the duties and skills required for each position.

Junior Software Developer

A Junior Developer is a beginner programmer with skills enabling them to start their first job. The job title often includes the name of a specific programming language, e.g., Junior Java Developer or Junior C# Developer.

Typical responsibilities

• Programming and developing applications according to guidelines
• Collaborating with a team of developers
• Documenting the code they write

Skills

• Good knowledge of a programming language (Java, Python, PHP, C++, etc.)
• Familiarity with libraries and tools used with that language
• Additionally: databases, version control systems

IT Support Specialist

This is the so-called technical support. Different names for this position are encountered: Helpdesk Specialist, IT Support Specialist.

Typical responsibilities

• Providing technical support to users
• Resolving issues related to software and hardware
• Configuring and installing software and computer hardware

Skills

• Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux)
• Basic knowledge of computer networks
• Understanding of user needs and good communication skills

Data Analyst

A person responsible for collecting, processing, and analyzing data.

Typical responsibilities

• Data analysis to generate reports and insights
• Collaborating with a team to develop business strategies
• Implementing tools for data collection and analysis

Skills

• Knowledge of data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, R)
• Ability to interpret data and create reports
• Understanding of statistical methods

Full Stack Developer

This is a programming specialization that involves skills for creating both front-end (in the browser) and back-end (on the server) applications. It requires extensive knowledge of various technologies.

Typical responsibilities

• Creating interactive user interfaces
• Designing and implementing database structures
• Optimizing application performance

Skills

• Knowledge of front-end and back-end programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Node.js)
• Experience with databases(e.g., MySQL, MongoDB)
• Ability to work with frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Express)

Cybersecurity Analyst

A person responsible for data security and protection against cyberattacks.

Typical responsibilities

• Monitoring systems for abnormalities
• Responding to security incidents
• Implementing security procedures and policies

Skills

• Knowledge of cybersecurity threats
• Experience with network monitoring tools
• Understanding of security standards (e.g., ISO 27001)

DevOps Engineer

A person who combines programming and administrative functions. They enable continuous, uninterrupted software creation and deployment.

Typical responsibilities

• Creating and managing cloud infrastructure
• Automating software development processes
• Implementing strategies for continuous software development

Skills

• Knowledge of automation and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience in configuring and managing operating systems
• Ability to work with version control tools (e.g., Git)

UX/UI Designer

The terms UX and UI are sometimes used interchangeably, although this is not entirely correct. A UX designer focuses on visual design, while a UI designer focuses more on designing interactions and user experiences during application use.

Typical responsibilities

• Designing intuitive and aesthetic user interfaces
• Testing and refining projects based on user feedback
• Collaborating with a development team to implement projects

Skills

• Knowledge of interface design tools (e.g., Adobe XD, Sketch)
• Ability to conduct user tests
• Understanding of design principles

Cloud Architect

Sometimes other variations of this name are encountered, e.g., Cloud Solutions Architect. Sometimes the name includes the name of a specific technology, e.g., AWS Solutions Architect.

This is a person responsible for preparing and maintaining infrastructure operating in the so-called cloud computing.

Typical responsibilities

• Designing cloud solution architectures according to client requirements
• Implementing and configuring cloud services
• Optimizing costs and performance of cloud solutions

Skills

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Experience in designing and deploying cloud solutions
• Ability to analyze business requirements and propose appropriate solutions

Machine Learning Engineer

Machine learning involves designing and creating algorithms that learn and make decisions on their own.

Typical responsibilities

• Knowledge of machine learning tools and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Ability to work with data and process it to build models
• Experience in data analysis and pattern recognition

Skills

• Designing, training, and testing machine learning models
• Optimizing and scaling models for high performance
• Deploying machine learning-based solutions

IT Project Manager

A person responsible for managing projects in the IT industry. They ensure that projects are carried out according to established requirements and schedules.

Typical responsibilities

• Project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication
• Understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)

Skills

• Planning, coordinating, and monitoring IT projects
• Managing project teams and resources
• Reporting project progress to clients and stakeholders