Technology job descriptions
Software engineering, data, and IT support roles. 3 free, ready-to-post templates with May 2025 BLS pay data, exempt status guidance, legal notes, interview questions, and a PDF.
Technical candidates are the most recruited people in the market, and they're quick to dismiss a posting that reads like a keyword list. They want to know what problem the team solves, which technologies really matter, how the team works, and what the role pays. A shorter description with those four things beats a long one without them.
The descriptions below also address the computer employee exemption, which has its own hourly pay test of $27.63 an hour, and the DOL's position that help desk and IT support work is usually nonexempt. Several states require pay ranges in postings, and a few set higher exemption thresholds for computer professionals.
3 technology job descriptions
Software engineer
Also called software developer, full-stack engineer, backend engineer.
Data analyst
Also called business intelligence analyst, reporting analyst, data analytics specialist.
IT support specialist
Also called help desk technician, desktop support technician, IT technician.
Technology pay snapshot
National median pay for every role in this department, highest to lowest. Use it as a starting point, then check local data before you set a range.
| Role | Median hourly | Annual equivalent | Overtime status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software engineer | $65.38 | $135,990 | Usually exempt |
| Data analyst | $57.80 | $120,220 | Exempt or nonexempt |
| IT support specialist | $29.74 | $61,860 | Nonexempt |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025. Annual equivalent is the hourly median x 2,080 hours. Overtime status is our general guidance; duties and pay decide each case.
Technology hiring FAQ
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