Software sales representative NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for software sales representative.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for software sales representative is 62100 (Technical sales specialists - wholesale trade), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
62100
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 62100 covers
Technical sales specialists in wholesale trade, sell a range of technical goods and services, such as scientific, agricultural and industrial products, electricity, telecommunications services and computer services, to governments and to commercial and industrial establishments in domestic and international localities. They are employed by establishments that produce or provide technical goods and services, such as pharmaceutical companies, industrial equipment manufacturing companies, grain elevators, computer services firms, engineering firms and hydroelectric companies, or they may be self-employed technical sales specialists/agents who contract their services to other companies. Technical sales specialists in wholesale trade who are supervisors are included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 62100 — Technical sales specialists - wholesale trade |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Sales and service occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Maintain and grow sales relationships with existing clients
- Identify and solicit potential clients
- Assess clients' needs, recommend or assist in the selection of appropriate goods or services, and negotiate prices or other sales terms
- Provide input into product design where goods or services must be tailored to suit clients' needs
- Develop sales presentations, proposals, or other materials to illustrate benefits from use of good or service
- Estimate costs of installing and maintaining equipment or service
To use NOC 62100 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 62100 →
Other job titles under NOC 62100
- Aircraft sales representative
- Communication equipment sales representative
- Construction equipment sales representative
- Electricity sales representative
- Heavy equipment sales representative
- Industrial supplies sales representative
- Medical instruments sales agent
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 62100, one of these may fit better:
- Advertising time sales representative — NOC 64101 (Sales and account representatives - wholesale trade (non-technical), TEER 4)
- Agricultural representative — NOC 21112 (Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists, TEER 1)
- Bond sales manager — NOC 10020 (Insurance, real estate and financial brokerage managers, TEER 0)
- Claims representative — NOC 12201 (Insurance adjusters and claims examiners, TEER 2)
- Computer software engineer — NOC 21231 (Software engineers and designers, TEER 1)
- Corporate sales manager — NOC 60010 (Corporate sales managers, TEER 0)
- Director of software engineering — NOC 20012 (Computer and information systems managers, TEER 0)
- Embedded software designer — NOC 21231 (Software engineers and designers, TEER 1)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for software sales representative?+
In NOC 2021, "software sales representative" is an example title in unit group 62100 — Technical sales specialists - wholesale trade. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Sales and service occupations" broad category.
Is software sales representative eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 62100 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does software sales representative get extra CRS points?+
NOC 62100 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a software sales representative get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 62100 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says software sales representative but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 62100. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.