A Web Developer, or Website Developer, is responsible for using their knowledge of programming languages to code websites and web applications. Their duties include communicating with clients to determine their needs and design preferences, creating code for the front and back-end of a website and running tests to ensure that they used the correct code strings.
A Web Developer should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Web Developer should be able to execute:
- Build and optimize a secure web page for evolving business needs.
- Provide continued support for one or more web properties.
- Maintain communication with team members and supervisors concerning the direction of the website.
- Code and script applications.
- Perform routine site audits, as well as ongoing maintenance, on an as-needed basis.
A competitive Web Developer will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- Proficiency in programming languages
- Understanding of search engine optimization (SEO) practices
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
- Solution-oriented and high-level programming skills
