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Updated: 24 May 2013
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Web Developer 2013 Total Pay (?
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AU$34,239 - AU$77,895
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AU$0AU$26KAU$52KAU$78K
SalaryAU$34,775 - AU$74,475  
   
BonusAU$0.00 - AU$5,195  
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XTotal Pay combines base annual salary or hourly wage, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job. It does not include equity (stock) compensation, cash value of retirement benefits, or the value of other non-cash benefits (e.g. healthcare).
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AU$34,239 - AU$77,895  
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Country: Australia | Currency: AUD | Updated: 24 May 2013 | Individuals Reporting: 402

Job Description for Web Developer

Web developers design, create, and implement software code in order to improve the effectiveness of a website. They work on a team with graphic designers and web designers to develop websites with HTML, Javascript, PHP, CSS, and other coding methods. Web developers focus on the concept, interface design, and layout of a website from design to launch. They may build and test the integration of a website to make it easy to use and navigate for end users and clients. For ongoing websites, web developers troubleshoot and debug existing code in order to enhance the website’s functionality. The field of web development is currently shifting toward the optimization of mobile device applications and web browsing.

A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is required by many companies. Some firms may hire based on proven experience with software development and database management. Creativity and technical ability are essential for web developers to succeed. An understanding of visual design basics is necessary, and web developers must be able to clearly communicate solutions to non-technical team members and clients.

Most web developers work full-time in an office with other team members. They may have cubicles or an open office setting for collaboration. Some freelance web developers work from home and set their own schedules. Large and small firms alike hire web developers to implement responsive designs and improve their websites. Web developers often fall into the IT or Technology departments of a company.
Web Developer Tasks
  • Write code to generate web pages, access databases and business logic servers.
  • Work with with designers and content producers.
  • Test and document software for web sites.
  • Write, modify, and debug software for web sites.
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Companies and Industries for Web Developer Salaries

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Salary Range

Web DevelopmentAU$38,222 - AU$73,462
Advertising AgencyAU$35,092 - AU$70,552
Marketing, Advertising, and Media ManagementAU$36,653 - AU$70,089
Internet PublishingAU$37,901 - AU$73,471
Graphic DesignAU$34,448 - AU$69,477
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Key Statistics for Web Developer Salaries and Jobs

Female
16%
female alumni
 
Male
84%
male alumni
Salary:AU$39,326 - AU$50,421 AU$41,688 - AU$60,507
Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
8%
1-4 years
62%
5-9 years
23%
10-19 years
6%
20 years or more
0%
Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 12% dental benefits Dental: 4%
vision benefits Vision: 3% employee benefits None: 86%

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Web Developer

Salary Range

AU$34,239 - AU$77,895
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Web Designer & Developer
AU$31,095 - AU$74,443
Web Designer
AU$30,249 - AU$67,343
Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer
AU$36,842 - AU$83,009
 
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Web Developer

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AU$34,239 - AU$77,895
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Senior Web Developer
AU$51,072 - AU$110,552
Software Engineer
AU$44,601 - AU$99,163
PHP Web Developer
AU$32,879 - AU$83,154
 

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