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Mid level Software Developer

You already deliver independently. The step up is owning ambiguous problems end to end and showing measurable business impact.

Indicative pay band
$58,500 – $78,000
2–5 years experience
Skills to evidence
12
O*NET / ESCO mapped
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Three minutes of questions, then a phased roadmap with free courses and matched jobs.

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The path, phase by phase

Phase 1 · Foundations

Weeks 1–6
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Python programming

Phase 2 · Core craft

Weeks 7–14
  • Agile methodology
  • Cloud computing
  • Cybersecurity fundamentals

Phase 3 · Applied practice

Weeks 15–22
  • SQL / data querying
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Project management

Phase 4 · Proof & portfolio

Weeks 23–30
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Written communication

Courses that close the gap

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