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

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