career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Sales Managers and Software Developers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Sales Managers | Software Developers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 11-2022 | 15-1252 |
| title | Sales Managers | Software Developers |
| onet code | 11-2022.00 | 15-1252.00 |
| description | Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers. | Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 11 | 15 |
| tot emp | 603,710 | 1,654,440 |
| a mean | 160,930 | 144,570 |
| a median | 138,060 | 133,080 |
| a pct10 | 66,910 | 79,850 |
| a pct25 | 95,910 | 103,050 |
| a pct75 | 201,490 | 169,000 |
| a pct90 | N/A | 211,450 |
| h mean | 77 | 69 |
| h median | 66 | 63 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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