Job requirements Operating Systems Programmer in Canada
Find out what you typically need to work as an operating systems programmer in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Computer programmers and interactive media developers (NOC 21230).
Employment requirements
This is what you typically need for the job.
- A bachelor's degree or college diploma program in computer science, computer engineering or in another discipline with a significant programming component
- Specialization in programming for engineering and scientific applications requires specific post-secondary study or experience.
Professional certification and licensing
You might need to get a certification and/or license from a regulatory authority (or become registered as an apprentice) before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification and/or licensing process.
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