Occupation

271133 Web Developer

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
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Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
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271133 Web Developer

Plans, produces, and maintains websites using web programming languages, software applications, technologies, and databases together with specifications of user needs, often in conjunction with other ICT Professionals such as ICT Business Analysts, Web Designers and network and usability specialists.

Full stack developers are excluded from this occupation. Full stack developers are included in Occupation 271334 Software Engineer.

Alternative title

  • Web Programmer

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Designs, develops, and maintains websites using various programming languages
  • Collaborates with other ICT professionals to plan and produce websites that meet user needs and requirements
  • Builds responsive and accessible websites that comply with web accessibility guidelines
  • Uses content management systems (CMS) to manage website content and data
  • Ensures websites are optimised for performance, security, and compatibility with different devices and browsers
  • Develops and tests code to ensure that it meets industry standards, is properly structured, and is compatible with different platforms and operating systems
  • Creates and manages databases to support the functionality of web applications and websites
  • Designs and develops web applications, such as online forms and e-commerce platforms, that provide value to users
  • Creates and updates website content, such as text, images, and multimedia