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Web Developer Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

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Last updated July 16, 2025
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A Web Developer is responsible for designing, coding, and modifying websites, including all aspects of the website, such as layout, functionality, and user experience. Web Developers need to create aesthetically pleasing website designs with functional, user-friendly design and clear navigation for optimal usability.

Web Developer duties and responsibilities

Web Developers have to handle many tasks in their day-to-day jobs to successfully build and run a website. Key responsibilities and duties for a Web Developer may include:

  • Understanding UI, cross-browser compatibility, and general web functionality and standards
  • Utilizing web applications and programming languages
  • Meeting with clients or management to discuss the design plan and needs of the website
  • Writing code for the website
  • Collaborating with team members to determine the website’s layout, content, and design
  • Integrating graphics, audio, and video into the website
  • Creating and testing applications for the website
  • Monitoring website traffic and making adjustments

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Example 1

What we're looking for

HiNeon is a fast growing LED neon sign manufacturer based out of Vancouver, Canada. We specialize in the design and manufacture of custom and pre-built modern neon signs / artwork. We mainly work with business clients from Canada and the U.S through our online B2B channel. We’re now looking for a senior full stack web developer to join our team.

Responsibilities

  • Develop WooCommerce store (write child theme) following UX design.
  • Develop custom web features to enhance the user experience.
  • Optimizing web pages for maximum speed and scalability.
  • Perform all activities in the web development life cycle (Plan, Implement, Test, Document, Deploy, Maintain).
  • Troubleshooting website issues (front end and back end).

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a similar field.
  • 5+ years of experience as WordPress Developer, 2+ years of experience with WooCommerce.
  • Decent knowledge of front-end technologies including CSS3, JavaScript, HTML5, and jQuery.
  • Familiar with UX and mobile development.
  • Familiar with MySQL database development, configuration, maintenance, and performance optimization.
  • Strong understanding of PHP back-end development.
  • Experience working with debugging tools such as Chrome Inspector and Firebug.
  • Good communication skills in written and verbal English.
  • Ability to project manage.

    Good to have

  • Good understanding of SEO.
  • Proficient in using Python.
  • Experience with ChatGPT.

    How we work

  • We offer a very entrepreneurial, and highly operational environment. We prefer doing to just talking.
  • We value radical open-mindedness and growth-orientation.
  • We give each other feedback often and openly to improve continuously.

    Benefits

  • $65,000-$75,000 CAD annual salary depends on experience
  • Generous personal days
  • Free coca and snacks
  • Annual company retreat

    How to Apply

    Please send your application through this form:

    [website]

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Paid time off
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Delta, BC V3M 6Y6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree (required)

    Experience:
  • wordpress: 5 years (required)
  • woocommerce: 2 years (required)

    Language:
  • English Location: In person

    • Example 2

    RideWrap is looking for a Front-End Web Developer to join our HQ in Whistler, BC.

    Love coding in PHP, JS, HTML, and CSS? Familiar with APIs and Cloud platforms, and itching to work and play in the mountain bike industry? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

    In this role, you'll build and optimize the functionality of our web offerings and internal services using PHP, JS, HTML, and CSS coding. As a crucial member of the Development team, you'll also integrate APIs and build Cloud platforms to ensure timely results in a fast-paced environment to create a great purchasing experience for our customers as we continue on our high growth trajectory.

    Responsibilities

  • Implement new front-end web designs.
  • Optimize webpages and content for speed and search engine optimization.
  • Integrate data via API into multiple sites.
  • Create functions for database building, optimization and management.
  • Develop APIs for external use.
  • Optimize site functionality.
  • Take ownership of the organization of the website systems.
  • Work with other teams on various other elements of the overall strategy and execution.
  • Finding creative ways to get the stuff done!
  • Other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications, Experience & Skills

  • Self-starter and ambitious.
  • Excellent time management and ability to shift focus at short notice.
  • Great communication skills.
  • Creative problem-solver.
  • High degree of organization, attention to detail and level of professional conduct.
  • Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
  • Expert English speaking and writing skills.
  • Interest in the biking industry.
  • … You love to create and code stuff.
  • Proven experience coding in HTML & CSS - essential.
  • Proven experience with PHP, Javascript etc - essential.
  • Experience with APIs - asset.
  • Experience with machine learning - asset.
  • Experience with Google Cloud services - asset.
  • Experience with marketing/brand/design work - asset.

    About us

    RideWrap is a rider-owned and operated business. Since the beginning, our objective has been simple: help riders get the most out of their time riding bikes. RideWrap’s proprietary systems are born from combining a background in precision engineering with a love for riding bikes. We produce industry-leading frame protection components for all bikes and riders.

    Our Values

    Innovation: As an industry leader, we’re not just using the most advanced tech available, we’re creating our own. If it doesn’t exist, we build it.

    Precision: RideWrap wasn’t built from the ground up by eyeballing and free-handing. We sketched, we drafted, we tested. We tested again and made sure we got it done right. We’re nerds. So what?

    Community: Bikes are for everyone. Protection for your bikes should be for everyone too. We want all riders and riding communities to feel supported from early starts to late après endings, we’re here for it all.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $56,500.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Flexible schedule
  • On-site parking
  • Wellness program



    Application question(s):
  • Do you currently live in Whistler, or within a reasonable commute?
  • Have you included a cover letter telling us a little more about yourself and why you're interested in joining our Location: In person

    • Example 3

    Digital Chaos Inc. is looking for a Lead Developer to join our talented virtual/remote-based team and help us continue our over 26-year history of building awesome websites and digital projects.

    The Position

    The position requires a high-level familiarity with PHP and WordPress. The successful applicant will fill a key role in an advanced-level position.

    Primary Responsibilities:
  • Ability to take on and lead projects from start to finish
  • Manage both back-end and front-end development, including creating WordPress themes and integrations with plugins
  • Accountable and motivated with the ability to work independently or with a team in an Agile environment
  • Ensuring bugs and maintenance issues are dealt with in a speedy and efficient manner
  • Discussing and analyzing specification documents to refine requirements and propose solutions
  • Assist Junior team members with advice and quality assurance
  • Work with the management team to provide time estimates

    Skills & Requirements:
  • 3+ years of relevant professional experience in the following: PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
  • Ability to work and customize various CMS solutions (preferably WordPress but knowledge of other CMS’ considered an asset).
  • Experienced with custom WordPress theme development and Advanced Custom Fields
  • Experience creating and modifying e-Commerce systems (WooCommerce, Shopify etc.)
  • Ability to create fully responsive and accessible websites
  • Adobe CC skills (Photoshop, XD, Illustrator etc.)
  • Attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Experience in wire-framing, site mapping, and usability testing
  • Up-to-date knowledge of browser testing and debugging tools
  • Experience working with git as source control
  • Proficient in software integration technologies, authorization protocols, API design & documentation
  • Capable of diagnosing and fixing bugs, security, and performance issues
  • Basic knowledge of search engine optimization and accessibility standards

    Must have to qualify:
  • 3 years minimum developing advanced websites and web solutions
  • Web portfolio or links to relevant completed projects
  • Proficient in PHP
  • Canadian resident
  • Strong in English communication, spoken and written
  • Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail is a must

    What We Offer:
  • Virtual/Remote, work-from-home work environment
  • Competitive salary with opportunities for progression
  • Benefits package that covers you and your family
  • Adobe Creative Cloud access to Photoshop and Illustrator

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Work from home

    Schedule:
  • 8-hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

    Working remote:

    Digital Chaos has responded to the pandemic by shifting to a fully virtual company. All of our communication, processes, and workflows are now tailored to a remote working environment.
  • Remote interview process
  • Virtual meetings

    We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Thank you in advance for your interest.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Flexible language requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

    Application question(s):
  • How many years of experience do you have building custom WordPress you have an online portfolio of work? If not, please supply links/a link to examples of your work.

    • Example 4

    Position summary

    Do you have experience in XML or web development, have a passion for continuously learning, and want to put your programming and problem-solving skills to the test? If so, this position might be for you!

    As the Full-Stack Web Developer on the Matrox Imaging technical writing team, you will work with the technical writers to help produce and publish the documentation for our software products, including: Matrox Imaging Library (MIL) and Matrox Design Assistant.

    Our software documentation is created in XML. This allows us to separate content from layout and categorizes the data so it can be validated and used both for our online help and to automatically generate portions of our Imaging software products. It also permits the scope of each topic in the help to be user customizable. You will use your programming and technical expertise to develop custom solutions to improve the documentation process and customer experience, and to provide support to the technical writing team. You will also coordinate our implementation plans with other teams to facilitate how they use our semi-structured data.

    Responsibilities:
  • Research, develop, and enhance a custom, web-based help system.
  • Develop, enhance, and maintain the infrastructure for Matrox Imaging software documentation.
  • Develop and update error checks and validations for the XML source files.
  • Develop and update test cases for the documentation test suites.
  • Collaborate with the technical writers to establish requirements, and partake in brainstorming sessions to improve the documentation accessibility and user experience, the structure of its source files, and the documentation tools.
  • Assist and support the technical writers in day-to-day tasks and workflows.
  • Assist in maintaining, researching, and installing software and hardware components for the team.

    Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Web Design and Development, or related field.
  • Experience in an XML development, full-stack web development, or related role.
  • In-depth knowledge of web development and related technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery).
  • Knowledge of C# and object-oriented programming principles. Knowledge of Java an asset.
  • Knowledge of XML, XSLT, XPath, and XML Schema (XSD) an asset.
  • Keen in keeping abreast with the latest web technologies.
  • Autonomous, analytical, open-minded, meticulous, organized, and patient.
  • Ability to work under pressure, learn quickly, multi-task, and manage priorities.
  • Good interpersonal skills.

    Standard of performance:
  • Complete tasks with well thought out solutions that demonstrate technical proficiency and are maintainable.
  • Grasp the full scope of tasks, asking questions during the process to clarify what is not understood.

    Benefits and work environment

    As a new member of our team, you will be given the opportunity and tools to be successful in a challenging yet rewarding position.

    Our benefits plan and work environment aim to provide our employees with a healthy balance and quality of work life. We offer:
  • Group insurance plan;
  • Training and tuition reimbursement;
  • On-site access to sports and recreational facilities (gym, pool, basketball courts, hockey rink, yoga classes, walking trails);
  • Fully-stocked cafeteria and access to BBQs and terrace;
  • On site, company-subsidized daycare and camp programs;
  • Flexible working schedule and summer hours;
  • Free and abundant onsite parking; access to forthcoming REM line.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Additional pay:
  • Bonus pay
    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flextime
  • Language training provided
  • Life insurance
  • On-site childcare
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Store discount
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness program
  • Work from home
    Schedule:
  • Day shift

    Application question(s):
  • Do you have experience in an XML development?
  • Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Web Design and Degree (required)

    • Example 5

    Web Developer – Summer Intern

    Location: Rupertsland Institute Office, Edmonton, AB

    Closing Date:June 23, 2024

    Position Status:Full Time (40 hours/week), Temporary Summer (June – August)

    The Organization

    Rupertsland Institute (RLI) is an affiliate of the Métis Nation of Alberta and has a triple mandate in education, training, and research. With a decentralized network of 10 METI-Service Centres, a Corporate Head Office in Edmonton, and two mobile service units; RLI designs and delivers training and education services to more than 140,000 Alberta Métis.

    The RLI Vision is: “A Skilled and Knowledgeable, Self-Reliant Métis Nation.”

    The RLI Mission is: “To enhance the self-sufficiency and well-being of Alberta Métis through quality education, training, and research.”



    For more information about RLI and its services and programs, visit us at [website]

    The Opportunity

    Rupertsland Institute (RLI) is hiring one (1) Web Developer. This is a summer term position with an end date of August 31, 2024. Reporting to the Métis Student Services Manager, the successful candidate will provide support with creating website layouts, designing webpage layouts, and updating the RLI website. The successful candidate will be an eager, self-motivated individual looking to gain valuable work experience. The successful candidate will have proficiency in HTML, CSS, and Javascript, have strong attention to detail, and have strong interpersonal skills with a positive attitude.

    Responsibilities:
  • Create Website layout/user interfaces using standard UI/UX practices.
  • Designing webpage layouts.
  • Updating and maintaining the website, ensuring it remains current and functional.
  • Conducting website performance tests and optimizing the website as needed.
  • Ensuring all content is up to date and accurate.
  • Coordinating with the MSS Manager, MSS summer students, and IT staff to achieve RLI goals.
  • Assist with other projects, as needed.
  • Other duties as required.

    Skills and Qualifications:
  • Post-Secondary education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • 1 – 2 years of related experience is an asset. School or volunteer experience is considered valid experience.
  • Experience with [website] and familiarity with front-end frameworks and libraries.
  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and Javasrcipt.
  • Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.
  • Understanding of UI/UX principles.
  • Knowledge of RESTful API’s and integration with back-end services would be an asset.
  • Ability to create responsive and accessible web interfaces.
  • Experience with project management tools and collaboration platforms.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with others.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail oriented with a strong focus on quality and user experience.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when working with sensitive information.
  • Knowledge of Métis history, culture, and issues affecting Métis people.

    Other Requirements:
  • Due to funding requirements, this position is open to Métis students only. This would include Citizens of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government.
  • Due to funding requirements, candidates must be between the ages of 17 – 29.
  • Due to funding requirements, candidates must be currently enrolled in full-time post secondary education and must be returning to school full time in September 2024.
  • Ability and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends to support events. This may include some travel.

    Rupertsland Institute (RLI) Offers:
  • A competitive wage.
  • Culturally rich working environment.
  • Learning opportunities.
  • And other perks!



    To apply,please send your resume and cover letter (including desired wage range) to [website] by June 23, 2024, ing ‘SI-WD’in your email subject line.



    Rupertsland Institute thanks all applicants for their interest. Only successful applicants will be contacted. No phone calls please.

    Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
    Contract length: 2 months

    Benefits:
  • Company events
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

    Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB T5J deadline: 2024-06-23
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    What does a Web Developer do?

    Web Developers design and create websites based on general best practices and guidelines from their clients. Web Developers are responsible for the way a website looks, how it performs, and its capacity, which measures the speed and traffic intake. Web Developers may also work on websites that are highly specialized and focus on aspects like e-commerce, news, gaming, and more. Understanding the best way to approach a client’s unique requests is a significant part of web development. Some developers specialize in certain aspects of the site, such as Back-end Developers, Front-end Developers and Webmasters.

    Web Developer skills and qualifications

    Web Developers need a combination of soft skills and technical skills to perform their jobs, such as the ability to communicate and collaborate with others and understanding of current programming. To be successful as a Web Developer, candidates should have the following skills and qualifications:

    • Understanding programming and formatting languages like Javascript, jQuery, HTML, HTML5, CSS, and CSS3
    • Web programming skills
    • Knowledge of e-commerce, cross-browser compatibility, security principles, object-oriented design, web services, and multimedia content development
    • Written and oral communication skills
    • Teamwork skills
    • Creative thinking

    Web Developer experience requirements

    The experience requirements for a Web Developer may vary, but many positions require at least two years of experience in application development and testing, at least one year of SDLC implementation experience and proven knowledge of current programming languages and security protocols. Some candidates may have additional experience, such as employment in a similar work environment or programming, that may be valuable. Even so, some positions may require just a year or two of general programming experience, but that’s typically reserved for entry-level positions.

    Web Developer education and training requirements

    Web Developers typically have a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, though a master’s degree is preferred. Many positions, however, allow candidates to substitute formal education for demonstrable abilities. Numerous excellent Web Developers are self-taught, for example, so a lack of formal education doesn’t mean a candidate isn’t qualified for the position. These applicants will likely have used online self-training courses to learn basic coding and languages like JavaScript.

    Candidates may also possess certifications from training programs demonstrating knowledge of different programming languages, new security protocols, or other specializations related to computer programming or web development.

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    Web Developer salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Web Developer is $27.28 per hour in Canada. Keep in mind that may be dependent on relevant experience, location, specialization, education level, and company.

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