A web developer is a software developer and engineer who works with online applications. Web developers are responsible for the technical aspects of a company’s web site creation. Duties include overseeing the sites production and implementation.
For many companies, web developer job opportunities will focus on search engine optimization, creating and executing integrated marketing campaigns, and integration with internal organization applications.
Web Developer Job Description
Web developer careers involve managing day-to-day operations of websites such as adding and removing content. Site maintenance, improving website features, and development of new site additions are all vital tasks for this position.
- 3-5 years of experience in front end design for web sites
- Expert-level JavaScript, HTML and CSS
- In-depth knowledge of available JavaScript libraries and frameworks
- Experience with A/B testing
- Previous experience with optimizing performance of front-end applications
- Highly proficient with server-side scripting such as ASP, JSP, PHP
- Experience with web and server optimization and scalability
- Flash/Flex knowledge is not required, but recommended
- BA/BS in a related field required
A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a computer-related field is required for this position. Related experience and industry certification may be acceptable in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
The salary range for this job is $60,000 to $125,000. Compensation and benefits are competitive and based on background and work experience.
Web Developer Job Opportunities
Landover Associates has previously placed Web Developers in positions with these industries:
- Software Companies
- E-Commerce Company
- Hedge Fund
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