As of June 2026, Computer Programmers has an AI-exposure score of 66/100 (High exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Computer Programmers

66/100
High exposure
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More exposed than 83% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$100,390. About 5,500 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

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What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

Common titles
Analyst ProgrammerComputer ProgrammerProgrammerProgrammer AnalystApplication Programmer AnalystComputer Programmer Analyst
Typical preparation
Considerable Preparation Needed: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be...
Skills and knowledge
ProgrammingComplex Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionSystems AnalysisJudgment and Decision Making
Tools and technology
C#C++Cascading style sheets CSSExtensible markup language XMLGitHypertext markup language HTML
Work context
Email useFace-to-face discussionsIndoor controlled settingFrequent contact with othersDecision latitude

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Computer Programmers, SOC 15-1251.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Computer Programmers tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable
  • Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
  • Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.
  • Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
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Augmentable
  • Collaborate with computer manufacturers and other users to develop new programming methods.
Action steps for this augmentable task locked in the report.
Durable

No durable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as automatable (94%).

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