How exposed are Software Developers to AI?
Software Developers score 87 out of 100 (Very high) on the AIRRBridge AI exposure scale, built from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Employment Projections 2025–35 and O*NET task data. Exposure measures how much of the work AI tools could change. It is not a forecast of job loss.
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.
How this score is built
| BLS AI exposure: Very high | The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics rates this occupation's relative exposure to AI as very high. Exposure measures how much of the work AI tools could change, and BLS notes it does not imply job loss. | 87.5 |
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| O*NET task mix | Not applied. This occupation's score uses the BLS level and the BLS finding alone. | Not applied |
| Score | Kept between 5 and 95. Low is under 25, Moderate 25 to 49, High 50 to 74, Very high 75 and up. | 87.5 |
Job outlook
| Median annual pay | $135,980 |
|---|---|
| Projected employment change, 2025 to 2035 | +10.2% |
| Openings per year, on average | about 95,300 |
| Typical education to enter | Bachelor's degree |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025–35.
Common questions
How will AI affect Software Developers?
AIRRBridge rates Software Developers at 87 out of 100 (Very high) for AI exposure. Exposure measures how much of the work AI tools could change, not whether the job will disappear. BLS projects employment in this occupation to grow 10.2% from 2025 to 2035, with about 95,300 openings a year.
How much do Software Developers make?
BLS reports a median annual pay of $135,980 for this occupation.
What education do Software Developers need?
BLS lists a bachelor's degree as the typical education needed to enter this occupation.
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Check my risk freeO*NET-SOC 15-1252.00 · O*NET 30.2 data, scored October 2026. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025–35. Includes information from the O*NET Database by USDOL/ETA, used under CC BY 4.0, modified by AIRRBridge. Scores are estimates for information only, not career advice.