Sample resume for a midlevel computer programmer

Your computer programming career may be on track, but does your resume still need a little debugging? Check out our sample programmer resume to see.

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To be a successful candidate for tech jobs, resume expert Kim Isaacs says it helps to have a comprehensive resume. Your computer programming career may be on track, but does your resume still need some debugging? To find out, view the sample resume for a midlevel programmer that Isaacs created below, or download the midlevel computer programmer resume template in Word.

Remember, you're at an advantage when it comes to job searching because computer programming can be done from anywhere in the world. But if you're looking to see where computer programmers are eagerly put to work, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) says you'll find the highest level of employment for this job in the following states: California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and New Jersey; and in the following metropolitan areas: New York City, Seattle, Chicago, Dallas, and Los Angeles.

In terms of salaries, as a computer programmer, you can expect to earn a median wage of $82,240 per year, or $39.54 per hour, according to the BLS.

You can check out an entry-level computer programmer resume sample and an experienced computer programmer resume sample to see more resume format tips.

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Midlevel Computer Programmer Resume Sample

Renee Simms
Sometown, AZ 86001
Phone: (555) 555-5555
Email: rs@somedomain.com | LinkedIn URL

COMPUTER PROGRAMMER

Solutions-driven programmer with a four-year track record of commended performance in modular and object-oriented programming. Well-versed in all phases of the software development lifecycle, with a strong working knowledge of algorithms and data structures. Proven success engineering customized solutions improving business processes, operations and profitability.

SKILLS

  • Software Development
  • Solutions Deployment
  • User Training & Support
  • OOAD & RAD
  • GUI Design
  • Requirements Definition
  • Coding & Scripting
  • Debugging & Troubleshooting
  • Testing & Documentation

    TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

    Programming: Java, C, C++, XML, SQL, HTML, Perl, Visual Basic
    Software: MS Office Suite (Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), Oracle
    Systems: Unix, Linux, Windows, Macintosh OS X

    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

    ABC COMPANY (Software firm providing solutions to the banking industry) -- Sometown, AZ
    Programmer / Analyst, 2014 to Present
    Create and customize software applications and tools using advanced development and coding techniques. Manage all phases of application design -- from coding and prototyping through system testing, integration and deployment. Results:

    • Served as a member of electronic placement project team, developing strategies to ensure compliance with new industry standards for electronic exchange.
    • Regarded as a key member of pre-sales team closing large contracts (average of $2.5M annually). Develop custom software solutions that help customers make more informed decisions, improve their use of capital and manage risk more effectively.
    • Developed and enhanced programs using Java, C and C++, contributing to solutions that streamlined processes, increased accuracy and lowered costs. Developed back-office application that saved client more than $125K annually.

    DEF BANK (Full-service regional bank) -- Sometown, AZ
    Intern / Programmer, 2010 to 2014
    Hired as a full-time programmer following commended performance in initial intern role. Results:

    • Enhanced DEF Bank reporting subsystem that provided new functionality to reporting functions that were previously unavailable.
    • Worked on yearlong project creating interface with core MIDAS system to enable automated report generation. Saved thousands of hours annually while increasing accuracy from less than 90% to 99.9%.

    EDUCATION

    ABC UNIVERSITY -- Sometown, AZ | BS in Information Technology, Minor in Finance

    DEF COMMUNITY COLLEGE -- Sometown, AZ | AS in Computer Information Science

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