Seriously, I wouldn't get caught up in titles too much. A "manager" title may leave you out of certain opportunities, while a "programmer" title may do the same. I do most of the same stuff you do, plus router configurations, computer repair, Unix admin, research, training, presentations, etc. Just the other day I was in the computer room with Windex and a roll of paper towels, cleaning.
I work for a technical recruiting company and there are many instances where we work with the candidate to change or remove titles from a resume so a they will be considered for a position. In many larger companies, your given title has to do with your pay scale. Your business card can say anything, but I would keep it generic so it is applicable to many situations.
For me, Systems Architect usually elicits a "So what do you do?" response which leads to further conversation.
On Thursday, April 24, 2003, at 03:22 PM, Hutchins, Richard wrote:
System Architect
What do I win?
-----Original Message----- From: Peter Beckman [mailto:beckman@purplecow.com] Sent: Thursday, April 24, 2003 2:01 PM To: php-db@lists.php.net Subject: PHP+MySQL Programmer/Geek -- Job Titles?
Ok, this is sort of relevant. If not, feel free to ignore.
I am a PHP+MySQL developer, MySQL DBA, programmer, IT systems manager, and basic office geek. As part of my new job, I am responsible for reading RFP's from the Federal Government and evaluating them for technical content, and then recommending courses of action. I also have to do a lot of technical and non-technical writing, explaining the processes to both technical and non-technical folk.
I'm really good at what I do.
However, my boss just gave me business cards that say "Data Processing/Programmer." I just don't think that that title accurately conveys what I do.
The best I've come up with "Senior Application Developer," but I worry that is a little vague.
Could the community offer some suggestions as to a title that more accurately describes my position? Or maybe share their titles or their dream titles? Anything with Data Processing in the title causes me to think "Monkey with keyboard," which I surely am not.
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