What is it like being a software engineer?

Question

This may seem like a broad question, but as a high school student learning CS, I really don't know what to expect entering the actual field of software engineering. What are some of the things that one in the field are expected to do? What are their duties/responsibilities?

Answer 1

You'll create, maintain, audit and improve systems to meet particular needs, often as advised by a systems analyst or architect, testing both hard and software systems to diagnose and resolve system faults. ... The work of a software engineer can also form part of a multimedia programmer role.