A Web Developer must have experience in the planning and the delivery of web applications across multiple platforms. A typical Web Developer job description should cover:
Writing efficient code
Creating websites/a website using standard HTML/CSS practices
Working closely with web designers and programmers to produce the website
Constant communication with other colleagues in the business to develop and deploy their content – and ensuring there is a clear establishment of what can be created within what timeframe
Researching different software programs, maintaining software documentation
Implementing contingency plans in case the website goes down
Maintaining and expanding/enhancing the website once built
Managing a team might also be part of the job role
Skills
Web Developer
Additional Skills
HTML/XHTML, CSS, JavaScript
Server architecture
Experience with server-side frameworks such as python, ruby, php, Java, ASP, ASP.NET
Experience with database systems such as SQL and Oracle