National Occupation Code (NOC): 21234

Web developers and programmers use a variety of programming languages to design, create and modify websites. They analyze users' needs to implement content, graphics, performance, and website capacity. They may also integrate websites with other computer applications. They are employed in computer software development firms, information technology consulting firms, information technology units throughout the public and private sectors, advertising agencies or they may be self-employed.

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Job Duties for Web developers and programmers

• Develop, write, modify, integrate and test Web site related code and Web application interfaces
• Conduct tests and analyze data to monitor quality, security, user interface experiences and to identify areas for improvement
• Develop and implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision
• Monitor and maintain Web site functionality
• May participate in Web site architecture and design in collaboration with designers or clients
• May research and evaluate a variety of interactive media software products.

Alternate Job Titles

• Back-end Web Developer
• Corporate Webmaster
• Electronic Business (e-business) Web Site Developer
• Electronic Commerce (e-commerce) Web Site Developer
• Front-end Web Developer
• Full Stack Web Developer
• Internet Site Developer
• Intranet Site Developer
• Web Application Developer
• Web Developer
• Web Integrator
• Web Manager
• Web Programmer
• Web Site Developer
• Webmaster
• E-business (electronic Business) Web Site Developer
• E-business Web Site Developer
• E-commerce (electronic Commerce) Web Site Developer
• E-commerce Web Site Developer
• Website Designer