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21234.00 – Web developers and programmers

Web developers and programmers use a variety of programming languages to design, create and modify Web sites. They analyze users’ needs to implement content, graphics, performance, and Web site capacity. They may also integrate Web sites with other computer applications.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Electronic business (e-business) Web site developer
  • Internet site developer
  • Web developer
  • Web manager
  • Web programmer
  • Web site developer
  • Webmaster

Core competencies

  • Critical Thinking, Decision Making and Problem Solving to analyze user requirements and evaluate technical constraints to make informed decisions about design and implementation choices
  • Digital Production and Digital Literacy to create, modify and maintain websites and web applications
  • Categorization Flexibility and Information Ordering to structure information effectively and classify content, functions and features logically
  • Fluency of Ideas to brainstorm various design concepts, functionalities and solutions to address diverse requirements and challenges in web development projects
  • Attention to Detail to identify and correct issues when writing code, debugging errors and testing functionality
  • Knowledge in Computer, Technology and Information Systems to understand technology trends, web standards and industry best practices, involving computer architecture, programming languages and web development technologies

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • 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.

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NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

2 – Natural and applied sciences and related occupations

TEER

1 – Occupations usually require a university degree

Major group

21 – Professional occupations in natural and applied sciences

Sub-major group

212 – Professional occupations in applied sciences (except engineering)

Minor group

2123 – Computer, software and Web designers and developers

Unit group

21234 – Web developers and programmers

Occupational profile

21234.00 – Web developers and programmers

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