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Web Developers

Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.

SOC: 15-1254.00

Common Job Titles

  • Web Architect
  • Web Design Specialist
  • Web Developer
  • Webmaster

What You'll Need to Succeed

AI-generated

Key competencies for this occupation at a glance

  • KnowledgeDesign database schemas and application infrastructure integrating websites with enterprise systems and third-party applications.
  • KnowledgeDevelop responsive web applications and interactive user interfaces using modern frameworks and programming languages across multiple platforms.
  • KnowledgeEvaluate code structure, browser compatibility, and device responsiveness to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
  • KnowledgeSolve complex technical problems in web development projects analyzing system requirements and debugging code across full-stack environments.
  • KnowledgeInterpret technical specifications and client requirements translating business needs into functional web solutions for stakeholders.
  • KnowledgeSynthesize emerging web technologies and frameworks continuously updating technical knowledge to implement innovative solutions and maintain competitive advantage.
  • KnowledgeAnalyze website performance metrics and scalability requirements using analytics tools and monitoring systems to optimize server-side processes.
  • KnowledgeApply version control systems and collaborative development workflows using Git, GitHub, and continuous integration tools within team environments.
  • Hands-onOperate integrated development environments and debugging tools efficiently implementing code changes and testing functionality across browsers and devices.
  • MindsetEngage with cross-functional teams and clients communicating technical concepts and gathering feedback throughout the development lifecycle.

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Web Developers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

78,860

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $48,560. 25th percentile: U.S. $63,140. 50th percentile: U.S. $90,930. 75th percentile: U.S. $124,300. 90th percentile: U.S. $162,870. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$48,560
10% of workers earn the following or more$162,870
Workers on average earn$98,790

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Computers and Electronics4.4/5
  • English Language3.5/5
  • Mathematics3.4/5
  • Communications and Media3.2/5
  • Design3.0/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • AJAX
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Creative Cloud software
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Amazon DynamoDB
  • Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud EC2
  • Amazon Redshift
  • Amazon Simple Storage Service S3
  • Amazon Web Services AWS CloudFormation
  • Amazon Web Services AWS software
  • Ansible software
  • Apache Cassandra
  • Apache Hadoop
  • Apache Hive
  • Apache Kafka
  • Apache Maven
  • Apache Spark
  • Apache Subversion SVN
  • Apache Tomcat
  • Apple macOS
  • Atlassian Bitbucket
  • Atlassian Confluence
  • Atlassian JIRA
  • Bash
  • Bootstrap
  • C
  • C#
  • C++
  • Cascading style sheets CSS
  • Chef
  • Cisco Webex
  • Django
  • Docker
  • Drupal
  • ESRI ArcGIS software
  • Eclipse IDE
  • Elasticsearch
  • Epic Systems
  • Extensible markup language XML
  • Facebook
  • Figma
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Go
  • Google Analytics
  • Google Android
  • Google Angular
  • Google Docs
  • GraphQL
  • Hibernate ORM
  • HubSpot software
  • Hypertext markup language HTML
  • IBM SPSS Statistics
  • JUnit
  • JavaScript
  • JavaScript Object Notation JSON
  • Jenkins CI
  • Kubernetes
  • Linux
  • Marketo Marketing Automation
  • Microsoft .NET Framework
  • Microsoft ASP.NET
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP
  • Microsoft Azure software
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft PowerShell
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services SSIS
  • Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services SSRS
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Visual Basic
  • Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA
  • Microsoft Visual Studio
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Windows Server
  • MongoDB
  • MySQL
  • NoSQL
  • Node.js
  • Oracle Database
  • Oracle Java
  • Oracle Java 2 Platform Enterprise Edition J2EE
  • Oracle PL/SQL
  • PHP
  • Perl
  • PostgreSQL
  • Puppet
  • Python
  • R
  • React
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • Red Hat OpenShift
  • Redis
  • Ruby
  • SAP software
  • SAS
  • Salesforce software
  • Scala
  • Selenium
  • Shell script
  • Slack
  • Splunk Enterprise
  • Spring Boot
  • Spring Framework
  • Structured query language SQL
  • Swift
  • Tableau
  • Teradata Database
  • The MathWorks MATLAB
  • Transact-SQL
  • Trimble SketchUp Pro
  • TypeScript
  • UNIX
  • UNIX Shell
  • Vue.js
  • WordPress
  • jQuery

Technology Skills

  • 3M Post-it App
  • Adobe ActionScript
  • Adobe Dreamweaver
  • Adobe Flex
  • Advanced business application programming ABAP
  • Airtable
  • Amazon Kinesis
  • Apache Ant
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Application servers
  • Desktop computers
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal computers
  • Universal serial bus USB flash drives
  • Web servers