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Front-end Developer

What is a Front-end Developer?

Front-end Developers are highly skilled developers that create the client-side (or the “front-end”) of websites. They are responsible for the way the end-user interacts with a website, app, or the elements within. They are both designers and coders.

Front-end Developer job description

Front-end Developers are responsible for the design and build of a website, as well as the ongoing maintenance and upgrade of existing sites.It is also their job to: Work with clients to design and build a website from scratch Optimise the website for the user experience (UX) and SEO Debug and test for usability Manage software workflow and deliver projects to deadline Design solutions to improve site interaction and functionality

What skills and qualifications should a Front-end Developer have?

Because Front-end Developers straddle the line between designer and coder. As such, they need to have a good understanding of both web development and design practices.While a tertiary education in computer science or software development is recommended, it is not necessary. Instead, Front-end Developers should be able to demonstrate: A strong understanding of HTML5 and CSS3, and any CSS frameworks, e.g. Bootstrap Javascript and jQuery, and any relevant frameworks, e.g. Angular or Node.js Familiarity with WC3 standards Experience building responsible and mobile websites Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and e-commerce platforms Soft skills should include: Customer service Problem solving Critical thinking Creativity Communication Time management The ability to translate complex ideas for non-tech staff/customers

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Salary for Front-end Developer

90000 - 130000

25th percentile
90000
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
50th percentile
115000
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
75th percentile
130000
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialised certifications.
Salary range based on three percentiles The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or superannuation.
Projected salaries for related positions Job title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Software Developer 85000 100000 120000 Junior .Net Developer 70000 75000 85000 .Net Developer 85000 100000 120000 Senior .Net Developer 135000 145000 155000 Technical Lead .Net Developer 150000 155000 170000 Principal .Net Developer 160000 170000 185000 Junior JAVA Developer 70000 75000 85000 JAVA Developer 85000 100000 120000 Senior JAVA Developer 140000 150000 165000 Junior Front End Developer 70000 80000 90000 Junior JavaScript Developer 70000 80000 90000 JavaScript Developer 90000 115000 130000 Senior Front End Developer 140000 155000 170000 Senior JavaScript Developer 140000 155000 170000 Junior Node.js Developer 70000 80000 90000 Junior Full Stack JavaScript Developer 70000 80000 90000 Node.js Developer 90000 115000 130000 Full Stack JavaScript Developer 90000 115000 130000 Senior Node.js Developer 140000 150000 160000 Senior Full Stack JavaScript Developer 140000 150000 160000 Junior Python Developer 70000 75000 85000 Python Developer 85000 100000 120000 Senior Python Developer 135000 145000 155000 Software Development Manager 170000 200000 240000 Integration Engineer 150000 160000 175000 AI Engineer 150000 170000 195000 ML Engineer 150000 170000 195000

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