> More that it doesn't need to have a big emphasis on social skills > Most software development jobs are already like that though A tiny fraction of software

> More that it doesn't need to have a big emphasis on social skills > Most software development jobs are already like that though A tiny fraction of software engineers have jobs where they don't need to interact with anyone. Beyond a certain level of seniority, you are expected to lead or influence teams, mentor junior colleagues or work with cross-functional teams like product or sales. Even when you are junior, you need to work with rest of the senior members to learn from them and earn their trust. All of that needs social skills.