Designs and develops software solutions for websites and mobile applications that engage users and meet business requirements.
Supports web administrators and designers through the full development lifecycle and contributes to the development of new site features. Develops, implements, and debugs software code. Designs and develops the web infrastructure including back-end database development and the construction of SQL queries via CGI scripting. Requires knowledge of web technologies and tools such as CSS, JavaScript, HTML, PERL, PHP, Active Server Pages, SQL, and C++.
Salary.com identifies five increasing levels of proficiency for each skill/competency. Some jobs require only a relatively low level of proficiency in each skill/competency, while other jobs will require a more advanced level of proficiency in the same skill/competency. These levels rate the degree of proficiency (skill level, expertise) we expect the incumbent to perform in the given skill/competency for the given job. Note that we intentionally do not associate timeframes or years of experience in performing the skill/competency because that can be misleading. Proficiency levels identify what the incumbent knows and can do rather than how long they have been doing it. Also, note that the proficiency levels are cumulative, e.g., a level 4 proficiency implies the ability to perform all the behaviors at the lower levels.
Check each Web Software Developer IV skill and competencie below to view definitions.
Skill definition-Applying computer science and engineering principles, methods, and practices to design, develop, deploy, and maintain reliable software systems.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Defines the concepts, components, and methodologies used in software engineering.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Follows established guidelines and standards when carrying out basic software maintenance tasks.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Operates complex quality assurance tools to test and evaluate software products before deployment.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Directs the implementation of testing procedures to improve the usability of software products.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Designs and builds news software engineering tools to drive efficiency in operations.
Skill definition-Creating and deploying application software and providing necessary maintenance and upgrades to ensure competitiveness.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites the established processes used to develop and maintain codebases.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Complies with established guidelines when writing, testing, and debugging codes.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Delegates coding, testing, debugging, and analytics tasks to ensure the timely development of applications.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Defines and outlines our organization's current application software strategies to relevant departments.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Establishes standards and procedures when designing, building, testing, and updating applications.
Skill definition-Ability to use this computer language for creating, updating and maintaining text, graphics and links in a website.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Describes the importance of HTML in web technology and business growth.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Conducts technical audits for desktops to identify the margin of errors on HTML.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Executes HTML optimizations and content updates to client websites using HTML editor.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Integrates responsive HTML templates in designing highly targeted and product-focused website pages.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Develops UX/UI solutions using HTML to improve usability and accessibility of the website's user experience.
Skill definition-Using Java in the development and maintenance of application programs and systems.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Describes the benefits of using Integrated Development Environment and Java Development Kit.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Documents Java code and all other web content and applications.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Implements solution for any java library with divesting or blocked status.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Enhances and ensures the maintenance of Java-based backend frameworks.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Adapts the emerging technologies and advanced tools in the Java programming language.
Skill definition-Gathering, organizing, and analyzing information to identify the root cause of organizational problems and develop alternative solutions accordingly.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Clarifies the differences between analytical thinking and critical thinking.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Applies appropriate methods to organize and disclose meaningful data patterns.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Creates and interprets causal links among various datasets.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Coaches others on using logic and reasoning to process and organize information.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Establishes critical training and initiatives to foster analytical thinking across our business.
Skill definition-The ability and process of implementing new ideas and initiatives to improve organizational performance.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Describes how our business makes money and our key business objectives.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Assists in designing business models and operating plans.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Applies technical expertise, business sense, and product knowledge to manage the product lifecycle effectively.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Coordinates technical and business teams to solve complex and diverse customer problems.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Builds strong business partnerships internally and externally to drive "win-win" business successes.
There are 6 hard skills for Web Software Developer IV, Software Engineering, Application Development, Application Programming Interfaces (API), etc.
6 general skills for Web Software Developer IV, HTML, Java, JavaScript, etc.
9 soft skills for Web Software Developer IV, Analytical Thinking, Innovation, Attention to Detail, etc.
While the list totals 21 distinct skills, it's important to note that not all are required to be mastered to the same degree. Some skills may only need a basic understanding, whereas others demand a higher level of expertise.
For instance, as a Web Software Developer IV, he or she needs to be skilled in Analytical Thinking, be skilled in Innovation, and be skilled in Attention to Detail.