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Mobile App Developer

Are you passionate about technology and love creating cool apps? As a Mobile App Developer, you can turn your ideas into reality and build apps that millions of people use every day! Dive into the world of coding and design, and start your journey towards an exciting and rewarding career in tech!

Mobile App Developer

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Computer Science

AI IMPACT
AI CAN DO72%moving to95%
THE DOOR, NOWC
THE DOOR, 20 YRSE
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £35,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
This work is being absorbed by AI
AI already does much of this work and nothing structurally requires a human: no licence, no physical task, no relationship at the core. Expect fewer people in higher-judgment roles: enter as the person directing the tools, not competing with them.

Career progression path

1FIRST STEPJunior Mobile App DeveloperIn this entry-level role, you'll assist in building and testing mobile applications, learning from experienced developers while honing your coding skills and understanding of app design.£25,000 - £35,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMobile App DeveloperAs a mid-career developer, you'll take on more complex projects, collaborate with designers and clients, and start to lead smaller teams, all while continuing to enhance your technical skills.£35,000 - £50,000
3PEAK CAREERLead Mobile App Developer / Technical ArchitectAt the peak of your career, you'll oversee app development projects, mentor junior developers, and make high-level decisions about app architecture and technology choices, shaping the future of mobile applications.£60,000+
There is more than one way in

You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is an apprenticeship route into this career. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.

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