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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.
Other titles employers use
Technology Applications Engineer · Web Architect · Web Design Specialist · Web Developer · Webmaster · Intranet Developer · Web Applications Developer · Web Content Developer
Inside the work
What you would actually do.
6 responsibilities that define the role, before job titles and workplaces change the details.
- Write supporting code for Web applications or Web sites.
- Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.
- Back up files from Web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems.
- Select programming languages, design tools, or applications.
- Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.
- Develop databases that support Web applications and Web sites.
Who it suits
Would this work hold your attention?
This career often appeals to people drawn to organizing, analytical and creative work.
- Organizing
- Creating order, checking details, and keeping work accurate
- Analytical
- Investigating questions, testing ideas, and solving problems
- Creative
- Making, designing, writing, or performing without one set answer
Skills and strengths
What you would get good at.
Compare the skills the work relies on, the subjects behind it, and the abilities that make it easier to learn.
Core skills
- Programming
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Complex Problem Solving
- Operations Analysis
- Active Listening
Subjects to know
- Computers and Electronics
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Communications and Media
Useful strengths
- Deductive Reasoning
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Problem Sensitivity
- Near Vision
Working day
Picture yourself doing it.
These measures show how much of the day involves people, movement, conversation, and hands-on work.
| Measure | Out of 5 | What that means here |
|---|---|---|
| Close to other people | 2.8 | Largely your own space |
| On your feet | 1.7 | Mostly seated |
| Talking face to face | 4.3 | A regular part of the day |
| Working with your hands | 3.2 | Some of the day |
Preparation
How people prepare for this work.
Employers usually ask for a bachelor's degree. Other routes may also lead into the field.
- A four-year degree 46%
- A certificate or some college 21%
- A two-year degree 17%
- High school or less 12%
- A master's degree 4%
Tools of the work
Technology you may use.
- Web platform development software
- Development environment software
- Object or component oriented development software
- Data base management system software
- Operating system software
- Data base user interface and query software
- Application server software
- Graphics or photo imaging software
Opportunity near you
See where this work is growing.
Choose a state to compare the size of the field, annual openings, and expected hiring change.
- People doing this work
- 13,400
- Job openings each year
- 950
- Expected hiring change, 2022–2032
- 15.5%
Compare every available state
| State | People doing it | Job openings each year | Expected change |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 13,400 | 950 | 15.5% |
| Texas | 7,640 | 600 | 33.3% |
| Florida | 6,810 | 520 | 26.8% |
| Wisconsin | 6,170 | 450 | 20.3% |
| Virginia | 6,020 | 430 | 16.2% |
| Colorado | 4,820 | 380 | 31.0% |
| Illinois | 4,180 | 290 | 12.7% |
| Pennsylvania | 4,160 | 300 | 17.2% |
| Alabama | 3,920 | 280 | 16.7% |
| Maryland | 2,910 | 210 | 21.3% |
| North Carolina | 2,830 | 220 | 26.9% |
| Utah | 2,770 | 220 | 31.3% |
| Tennessee | 2,620 | 210 | 35.8% |
| Minnesota | 2,600 | 180 | 15.6% |
| Missouri | 2,560 | 190 | 20.8% |
| New Jersey | 2,530 | 180 | 13.5% |
| Arizona | 2,450 | 190 | 27.6% |
| Oregon | 2,130 | 160 | 23.1% |
| South Carolina | 1,970 | 150 | 29.6% |
| Iowa | 1,900 | 140 | 25.8% |
| Georgia | 1,770 | 130 | 23.8% |
| Michigan | 1,500 | 110 | 14.5% |
| Indiana | 1,320 | 100 | 17.9% |
| Massachusetts | 1,250 | 90 | 19.0% |
| Connecticut | 870 | 60 | 14.5% |
| Kentucky | 860 | 60 | 16.2% |
| Kansas | 810 | 60 | 14.1% |
| District of Columbia | 780 | 50 | 13.0% |
| New Hampshire | 690 | 50 | 21.1% |
| Maine | 670 | 50 | 8.1% |
| Oklahoma | 670 | 50 | 13.6% |
| Arkansas | 660 | 50 | 22.2% |
| Rhode Island | 650 | 50 | 20.4% |
| Nevada | 500 | 40 | 28.2% |
| Nebraska | 490 | 40 | 19.5% |
| Louisiana | 470 | 30 | 17.5% |
| Puerto Rico | 410 | 30 | 28.1% |
| Montana | 370 | 30 | 19.4% |
| West Virginia | 370 | 20 | 5.7% |
| South Dakota | 300 | 20 | 20.0% |
| Mississippi | 270 | 20 | 35.0% |
| Vermont | 230 | 20 | 27.8% |
| Delaware | 200 | 10 | 17.6% |
| North Dakota | 110 | 10 | 22.2% |
| Alaska | 80 | 0 | 14.3% |
| Wyoming | 70 | 0 | 40.0% |
Career to college
Build a path toward this work.
Start with a related major, then compare colleges where students complete that field.
Where to study
Colleges with strong activity in these fields.
Start with program size, admission, and likely cost. Open a college for the full picture.
Western Governors University
- Degrees each year
- 3,702
- Admit rate
- Not reported
- Annual cost after aid
- $13,000
Southern New Hampshire University
- Degrees each year
- 1,275
- Admit rate
- 96%
- Annual cost after aid
- $37,000
University of California-Berkeley
- Degrees each year
- 994
- Admit rate
- 12%
- Annual cost after aid
- $10,000
Oregon State University
- Degrees each year
- 877
- Admit rate
- 79%
- Annual cost after aid
- $16,000
University of Maryland-College Park
- Degrees each year
- 873
- Admit rate
- 45%
- Annual cost after aid
- $10,000
Purdue University-Main Campus
- Degrees each year
- 862
- Admit rate
- 50%
- Annual cost after aid
- $9,000
Arizona State University Campus Immersion
- Degrees each year
- 776
- Admit rate
- 90%
- Annual cost after aid
- $17,000
University of California-Santa Cruz
- Degrees each year
- 750
- Admit rate
- 63%
- Annual cost after aid
- $14,000