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Writer's pictureMurat Koçak

Becoming a Software Developer in Canada: Migration and Education

Updated: Jun 3

One of the most popular professions recently is software engineering. We can briefly define software engineering as the branch of engineering that deals with software development. As a result of their training, software engineers develop software using computers and other necessary technological devices.


Many tasks such as producing and improving mobile applications, checking the security vulnerabilities of websites, and coding computer systems are within the knowledge and skills of software engineers.


The accelerating technological advancements increase the demand for software engineers continuously. It is also one of the professions that will remain in demand in the future. Software engineering, which is needed in many countries, especially in Canada where software developer salaries are high, is also one of the professions necessary for employment.


The increasing need for software engineering has led countries to adopt education incentives in this field. Migrations to study software have intensified to many countries, including Canada.


Countries like Canada, which are open to technological advancements and provide students with the necessary opportunities for development, are among the leading destinations for migration. In these countries, students who receive the necessary software education may choose to stay in the countries where they studied, or they may practice their profession in different countries or back in Turkey. Currently, there are software engineers in our country who, after receiving offers, consider migrating to Canada as part of the brain drain.



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Salaries for Software Developers in Canada


Certain professions require more professional knowledge and skills. Additionally, some fields have a limited number of professionals while the demand for workers in those areas is high. In such professions, salaries are generally higher than in other fields. Software engineering is one of these professions. It can be said that the salaries of software engineers are relatively good in our country.


However, other countries also offer advantageous proposals to compensate for their worker shortages, inviting professionals to serve in their own countries. Due to the insufficient number of software professionals, Canada receives a migration of software developers from many countries, including Turkey. There are specific reasons why software developers are attracted to Canada. Canada is a developed country both in terms of living standards and education levels. Canada offers salaries that allow for a comfortable life to those who come to provide software services.


In the rapidly growing field of information technology in Canada, the need for software developers leads to high salary offers. Companies compete to employ developers with attractive offers. In Canada, where large companies like Amazon, Electronic Arts, and S&P Global operate, the salaries offered to software developers are also quite substantial. Depending on the company, salaries range annually from 90,000 to 150,000 Canadian dollars. With such earnings, you can both pursue a career you love and lead a luxurious life in Canada.


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Studying Software & Computer Engineering in Canada


One of the necessities of the modern era is keeping up with technology. Advancing technical developments create a need for new software developers and computer engineers. To meet this demand, universities are increasing incentives for relevant departments. There is also an increase in the number of university departments related to software in our country.


Students who find the opportunities in Turkey insufficient are drawn to countries like Canada, which lead in the information technology sector. In Canada, especially, large companies in need of developers offer internship opportunities to students to help them develop their skills. Regardless of whether it's high school or university, the Canadian education model offers many advantages to students and is dedicatedly training the successful software developers and computer engineers of the future.


Studying software engineering in Canada will give you a head start in your career. After their education, companies convince developers to stay in Canada with high salaries. Although the high number of computer engineers makes finding a job in Canada somewhat difficult, it can be said that game developers can easily find jobs. In fact, if you are skilled in game software, you might already have a job invitation on its way from Canada.



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Migrating to Canada as a Software Developer


Canada is one of the countries with a low population. To both increase its population and employ skilled individuals in the workforce, encouragement for worker migration is increasing. Canada's advancement in information technologies is heightening interest in the IT and software sectors, attracting more attention to Canada.


Software and computer engineering graduates from Turkey or other countries are migrating to Canada due to the high salaries for developers. Canada's population and labor policies also facilitate migration aimed at bolstering the workforce, making it easier to apply for migration. The ease of migration and high salaries are leading to a significant number of developers migrating from many countries, including China, Russia, the United States, India, and Pakistan. This situation is also increasing competition among developers. Therefore, we recommend that you continue to improve your skills in software and keep up with innovations.



What Do Programmers Do in Canada?


Canada's big companies known for information technology employ well-equipped programmers. So, what is expected from a programmer? What tasks do programmers perform? Computer engineers or programmers are generally responsible for the following tasks:


● Analyzing the needs and demands of users

● Designing computer systems

● Developing software products

● Developing computer-based systems, ensuring their connectivity and operation

● Troubleshooting problems with operating systems and applications

● Upgrading systems and applications and performing maintenance procedures

● Managing and organizing teams of professionals in software


Many such tasks are among the duties of programmers. Program years in Canada, who are quite well-equipped in their fields, might expect you to become an expert in nearly every aspect of software if you are considering moving from Turkey to Canada. If you develop yourself sufficiently in this area and manage to stand out from your competitors, you can achieve your goal of becoming a programmer in Canada and working for a high salary.


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Where Can a Software Developer Work in Canada?


If you are a graduate of software and computer-related fields, it is possible to work in many areas. Software graduates are particularly involved in various fields such as artificial intelligence and mobile app development. They conduct research and development according to the demands of the companies they work for.


These demands can range from developing an application to protecting the data on a site. Regardless of the field they serve, companies always need computing and software. Therefore, the doors of every sector that uses computer systems are open to software engineers.


The companies employing them need not only be those involved in computing. Software developers are needed in hospitals, banks, telecommunications, the automotive sector, and many other areas. For instance, the appointment system of a hospital is prepared and made accessible to users thanks to the technical knowledge and skills of software developers.


Now, let's answer the question: In which companies can a software developer work in Canada? As mentioned above, software developers can work as employees in any sector that requires computer knowledge. There are many companies in Canada that operate directly in the software field. Software developers can certainly work in these companies. Here are 5 major software companies in Canada where you can work:


  1. Constellation Software Inc.

  2. CGI Inc.

  3. OpenText Company

  4. Kinaxis

  5. Descartes Systems Group Inc.


Beyond software companies, there are many firms in Canada offering job opportunities for software developers. You could work in the field of game software at gaming companies like AirG Inc., Alientrap, The Coalition, Code Mystics, Compulsion Games, Tribute Games, Tuque Games, Typhoon Studios. Similarly, you could take on software developer roles at major Canadian companies like Amazon and S&P Global. Salaries for software developers in these companies are quite high.

 

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