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Junior Software Developer

Writes and tests basic code under the supervision of senior engineers.

ScienceNSQF Level 6
At a glance
Salary range in India
₹3.0L – ₹8.0L/year (estimate)
Market demand
growing
LowVery High
Minimum qualification
diploma
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote

Your pathway into Junior Software Developer

1
Step 1
10th/12th → Diploma → Junior Software Developer

Skills you'll need

programming
Core skill
problem solving
Core skill
logical thinking
Core skill
debugging
Core skill
coding
Core skill
software development
Core skill

Salary breakdown in India

Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹3.0L – ₹8.0L/year (estimate)
Lead / Head
Upper Range

What does a Junior Software Developer actually do?

Writes and tests basic code under the supervision of senior engineers.