Job prospects Software Development Project Manager in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Computer programmers and interactive media developers" in the Fredericton–Oromocto or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour shortage

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Computer programmers and interactive media developers in the Fredericton–Oromocto. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

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Job outlook over the next 3 years

Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Software developers and programmers (NOC 21232) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • Software developers and programmers are employed in computer software, computer and video game development firms, information technology consulting firms, and in information technology units throughout the private and public sectors.
  • Ongoing developments in artificial intelligence, e-commerce, mobile applications, and other technologies should support demand for software developers and programmers, going forward.

Here are some key facts about Software developers and programmers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

  • Approximately 890 people work in this occupation.
  • Software developers and programmers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 66%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Job prospects elsewhere in Canada

Find out what will be the job prospects for Computer programmers and interactive media developers across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.

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