Senior Web Developer

Creates user information solutions by developing, implementing, and maintaining Internet/intranet applications; leading team of developers.

• Defines site objectives by analyzing user requirements; envisioning system features and functionality.
• Recommends system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of custom development and purchase alternatives.
• Integrates applications by designing database architecture and server scripting; studying and establishing connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers.
• Creates multimedia applications by using authoring tools.

The average base pay for senior web developers is $111,229. Those at the top of the scale make above $138,000, while those at the bottom of the scale make below $73,000.

• Basic knowledge of Search Engine Optimization process.
• BS in computer science or a related field.
• Creating a functional website from scratch involves a wide spectrum of skills.

Updates job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

• Creating website layout/user interfaces by using standard HTML/CSS practices.
• Integrating data from various back-end services and databases.
• Writing well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices.