Web Developer
Build and maintain websites and web applications using code, databases and modern web technologies.
What They Do
Web Developers build and maintain the websites and web applications people use for shopping, banking, entertainment, business and everyday services.
They write and test code, connect websites to databases, improve performance and ensure sites work correctly across different browsers, devices and screen sizes.
Jobs and Skills Australia also identifies integrating code with images and other digital content, maintaining website security and hosting arrangements and helping organisations develop web-based systems among the occupation's key responsibilities.
Who This Career Suits
This career suits people who enjoy technology, problem solving and creating things that people can interact with online.
Web Developers need logical thinking and attention to detail because even small errors in code can affect how a website looks or functions.
It can particularly suit someone who enjoys combining technical skills with creativity and who is comfortable continually learning new programming languages, platforms and development tools.
Key Skills
Programming, Problem Solving, Web Development, Attention to Detail, Database Skills, Testing, Creativity, Technical Communication
Work Environment
Office, Remote, Technology, Computer-Based, Team-Based
Education & Training
There are several pathways into web development, including vocational education, university study and practical portfolio-based training.
The ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology includes web design and development units covering responsive website layouts, client-side scripting, website security, content management systems, databases and website testing.
Training can include:
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, responsive web design, databases, content management systems, website security, testing and development tools.
University qualifications in information technology, computer science or software development are also common. JSA data shows approximately 47% of Web Developers hold a bachelor's degree, although formal university study is not the only pathway into the occupation.
Practical projects and a strong portfolio can be particularly important when applying for junior development roles.
Career Changer Pathway
Web development can suit people moving from graphic design, IT support, digital marketing, data, administration or other technology-related careers.
Someone without previous coding experience can begin by learning core technologies such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript before progressing into more advanced web-development tools and frameworks.
Career changers can strengthen their employment prospects by developing a portfolio of working websites and applications that demonstrate practical ability.
Early Career
Junior Web Developers usually begin by making website updates, fixing bugs, building page components and testing code under the guidance of experienced developers.
They learn how development teams manage code, testing, version control and website deployments.
Common starting roles can include Junior Web Developer, Front-End Developer, Website Developer or Digital Developer.
Mid Career
Experienced Web Developers take responsibility for larger websites and increasingly complex applications.
They may specialise in:
front-end development, back-end development, full-stack development, e-commerce, content management systems, web applications or cloud-based development.
They may also work closely with UI/UX Designers, Software Engineers, Business Analysts and digital product teams.
Senior / Veteran Career
Experienced Web Developers can progress into Senior Web Developer, Lead Developer, Full-Stack Developer or Technical Lead roles.
Others move into Software Engineering, Solutions Architecture, Product Development or Engineering Management.
Experienced developers may also work independently as contractors, operate digital agencies or build their own online products and businesses.
Salary Guide
Early Career
70000
Mid Career
90000
Senior / Veteran
120000
Indicative annual salary (AUD)
Indicative annual salary (AUD)
Indicative annual salary (AUD)
Salary data source:
Indeed / Jobs and Skills Australia
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Date :
9 October 2026 at 12:00:00 am
Career Outlook
Jobs and Skills Australia identifies approximately 9,000 Web Developers specifically, with around 78% working full-time. Web Developers are particularly concentrated in professional and technical services, information and telecommunications and financial services.
Across the broader Multimedia Specialists and Web Developers group, JSA reports approximately 12,400 workers and recent annual employment growth of around -600 workers.
Businesses will continue to require websites, e-commerce platforms and web applications, but the occupation is changing as development tools, website builders, artificial intelligence and broader software-development roles automate or absorb some traditional web-development tasks.
Developers with strong skills in JavaScript frameworks, databases, web applications, cloud platforms and full-stack development may have stronger opportunities than those focused only on basic website construction.
Job Outlook :
Outlook Source :
Moderate
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