Web Developer

Web Developer job description

A Web Developer is responsible for the coding, design and layout of a website according to a company’s specifications.

As the role takes into consideration user experience and function, a certain level of both graphic design and computer programming is necessary. Once a website has been created, a Web Developer will generally assist with the maintenance and upkeep of the website.

Web Developer duties and responsibilities of the job

A Web Developer must have experience in the planning and the delivery of web applications across multiple platforms. A typical Web Developer job description should cover:

Writing efficient code

Creating websites/a website using standard HTML/CSS practices

Working closely with web designers and programmers to produce the website

Constant communication with other colleagues in the business to develop and deploy their content – and ensuring there is a clear establishment of what can be created within what timeframe

Researching different software programs, maintaining software documentation

Implementing contingency plans in case the website goes down

Maintaining and expanding/enhancing the website once built

Managing a team might also be part of the job role

Web Developer job qualifications and requirements

Although there are no formal educational requirements to become a Web Developer, experience in the field will be expected. Knowledge in the following is a requirement:

HTML/XHTML, CSS, JavaScript

Server architecture

Experience with server-side frameworks such as python, ruby, php, Java, ASP, ASP.NET

Experience with database systems such as SQL and Oracle

A Bachelor’s degree in the following subjects should be included:

Computer Science

Computing

Aside from these skills, there are a number of qualities to be highlighted in a Web Developer job description to ensure the most suitable candidates apply:

Thorough functional knowledge and coding experience

Basic knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation

Ability to multitask with strict time constraints, budgets and business goals

Strong communication skills

Management experience or examples that show ability to manage a team, should this role involve team management

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