Earning money while doing what you love is a dream come true for many of us. While it may seem vague and unreachable, many have tried and taken risks to achieve what they wanted.

In this blog, I will list seven software developer jobs that are worth venturing into in 2023.

## Table of Contents
1. [Indie Game Developer](#indie)
2. [Web Developer](#web)
3. [Graphics Designer](#graphics)
4. [Mobile App Developer](#mobile)
5. [Digital Art Maker](#digital)
6. [Game Assets Creator](#game_assets)
7. [Software Tools Developer](#tools)

## 1. Indie Game Developer <a name="indie"></a>

![examples of indie games](https://pub-9c57eec207bf46e8acf2f916d8ea29e7.r2.dev/solodevhub/jobs/indie-games.webp)

An indie game developer is a type of game developer who creates games independently, either as one person or a small group of people.

Developing games alone is one of the most beautiful things to do, if you ask me.

If you are a programmer and love to play games, then developing an indie game is the perfect job for you.

Many great games were developed independently, like Minecraft by Markus Persson, Stardew Valley by Eric Barone, and "Papers, Please" by Lucas Pope. You can read more about successful solo developers on [this blog of mine](https://www.solodevhub.com/posts/7-successful-solo-developers-who-have-conquered-the-odds).

Not only does it serve as a good source of income, but the completed game you've made will serve as your legacy that you will leave behind for future generations, so think about it. 😉

## 2. Web Developer <a name="web"></a>

![webpage](https://pub-9c57eec207bf46e8acf2f916d8ea29e7.r2.dev/solodevhub/jobs/web.webp)

A web developer is that type of software developer who develops web applications, web technologies, webpages, or websites.

There's a very high demand for web developers this year. Many employers are constantly looking for front-end developers, back-end developers, and full-stack developers.

Although you can work as a web developer for a certain company, you can also opt to build your own website and earn money there.

For instance, many have set up their websites, published their own blogs, and later achieved success.

## 3. Graphics Designer <a name="graphics"></a>

![graphics designer hiring](https://pub-9c57eec207bf46e8acf2f916d8ea29e7.r2.dev/solodevhub/jobs/graphics.webp)

A graphics designer is the person who designs logos, creative brand images, and graphical assets.

If you have been a software developer for some time, then being a graphic designer is already part of your skill set.

From making your own website logo and banner images to the graphical assets of your website and games, you have been a graphics designer without knowing it.

Being a graphic designer in 2023 is a constantly growing career. Being one is something to look forward to as the world becomes more digital as the days go by.


## 4. Mobile App Developer <a name="mobile"></a>

![mobile app](https://pub-9c57eec207bf46e8acf2f916d8ea29e7.r2.dev/solodevhub/jobs/mobile.webp)

Mobile app developers are those who develop applications for the mobile phone.

Building mobile applications in today's age is a no-brainer, as every individual on the planet has at least a mobile phone in their hands.

That is why being a mobile app developer will be a good career in 2023 because of the very high user consumption of mobile applications.

You can be an Android developer, an iOS developer, or both.

## 5. Digital Art Maker <a name="digital"></a>

![digital art](https://pub-9c57eec207bf46e8acf2f916d8ea29e7.r2.dev/solodevhub/jobs/digital.webp)

A digital art maker is the person who creates astonishing images digitally using generative tools.

The fast-growing evolution of AI in 2023 makes developing digital art a good source of income.

Take a look at an example of digital art I made below using stable diffusion technology.

[![AI Portrays Anime Characters From Naruto](https://pub-9c57eec207bf46e8acf2f916d8ea29e7.r2.dev/solodevhub/jobs/art.webp)](https://youtu.be/zdr14GPgDFI?t=183 "AI Portrays Anime Characters From Naruto")

## 6. Game Assets Creator <a name="game_assets"></a>

![game assets](https://pub-9c57eec207bf46e8acf2f916d8ea29e7.r2.dev/solodevhub/jobs/game-assets.webp)

A game assets creator makes all kinds of either 2D or 3D assests that are used in games.

If you have the skill to draw and create pixel arts, tilesets, sprites, User Interface (UI), comics and even icons, then you can definitely sell your creation on websites like [itch.io](https://itch.io/tags/assets) to earn money.


## 7. Software Tools Developer <a name="tools"></a>

![some software tools](https://pub-9c57eec207bf46e8acf2f916d8ea29e7.r2.dev/solodevhub/jobs/tools.webp)

A software tools developer creates computer programs or applications that make work easier or solve problems.

You can create tools like video format converters, music downloaders, and document converters and sell them online or deploy them on a website to earn revenue.

## Conclusion

The seven software developer jobs that are worth exploring in 2023 are indie game developer, web developer, graphics designer, mobile app developer, digital art maker, game asset creator, and software tools developer.

These jobs are in high demand from employers because of the growing needs of digital users. Hopefully, solo developers will be able to get some work from this list and succeed financially. Cheers!