STEMExplore Software Engineer: A Day in the Life

Malcolm Truss, a software engineer at UTC, shares his journey into software development, inspired by video games. He describes his role in programming control systems for commercial buildings and the long-term nature of software projects. Malcolm draws parallels between art and engineering, emphasizing the use of tools to create. He highlights the importance of innovation in reducing project timelines and mentions new tools from major companies that could benefit his team, aspiring to reach the efficiency of leading tech companies.

What inspired Malcolm Truss to pursue a career in software engineering?

• A family member's influence

• A book he read

• A school project

• His interest in video games

How does Malcolm Truss describe the nature of software projects?

• Unpredictable and chaotic

• Simple and straightforward

• Long-term and ongoing

• Short-term and quick

In what way does Malcolm compare art to engineering?

• Both are unpredictable

• Both involve using tools to create

• Both are financially rewarding

• Both require teamwork

What is Malcolm's view on the current innovation in the software industry?

• It is focused on aesthetics

• It is primarily about hardware

• It aims to reduce project timelines

• It is unnecessary

What does Malcolm hope for his software group in the future?

• To reduce their workforce

• To focus solely on software development

• To become more like Google in terms of physical products

• To expand into the gaming industry