Designs, develops, and maintains internal and external websites for an organization.
Uses knowledge of common web development languages (e.g., HTML, Java, PHP, JSP, ASP.Net, Python, AJAX) to build and expand site functionality. Creates and enhances the overall website appearance using graphic/multi-media design software and designs site navigation that is clear and easy to understand. Ensures sites remain scalable while complying with performance and security standards. Updates site content based on input from marketing and documents changes in source code.
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 Applications Developer I skill and competencie below to view definitions.
Skill definition-Ability to develop user interface and user experience elements to convert business requirements into a technical application design.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Explains the importance of a consistent UI design for quality user experience.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Gathers needed resources and requirements to create designs for web-enabled applications.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Partners with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate and implement designs for a web-based application.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Oversees the design implementation to comply with design plans and user requirements.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Develops user feedback loops to gain a constant source of insight for any improvements in the interface.
Skill definition-Designing and deploying a web-based application program to provide services and solutions based on user needs and specifications.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Discusses the key differences between websites and web applications based on their functionality.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Selects appropriate programming languages for developing, designing, and deploying web applications.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Executes the interpretation of system specifications and diagrams to help develop web-based applications.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Oversees the implementation of user behavior tools to analyze how users interact with the web application.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Establishes a flexible design process to optimize the web app design workflow.
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 process of using HTML in constructing web pages.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Documents essential HTML codes to support website development technology.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Uses HTML codes for website changes to provide meaningful and relevant experiences for all web users.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Manages primary content production of HTML and image assets.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Leads the design process and HTML implementation to streamline the development of website applications.
Skill definition-Using JavaScript in the development and maintenance of Web-based application systems.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Identifies programming techniques in JavaScript to build applications.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Makes use of front-end JavaScript frameworks to support the development of web applications.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Uses JavaScript DOM manipulation and JavaScript event to generate the data result in UI.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Leverages design files written in various programming languages with JavaScript-based functionality.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Designs web pages using JavaScript to save information to the database with applicable business rules.
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)
Identifies tools that assist analytical thinking.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Gathers necessary information from various channels to support decision-making.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Examines information or a situation thoroughly and in detail.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Evaluates the cost, return, risks, and achievements before recommending a solution.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Forecasts customers' expectations and formulates strategies to ensure customer satisfaction.
Skill definition-The ability and process of implementing new ideas and initiatives to improve organizational performance.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Explains our key business strategies and priorities.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Reports and communicates market and competitor status regularly to the management team.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Evaluates supply chain efficiency with an eye toward improving shortcomings.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Leverages the latest technologies and tools that enhance business analytics.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Designs and implements feedback loops to identify and promptly address business problems.
There are 10 hard skills for Web Applications Developer I, Application Design, Web Application Design, Web Architecture, etc.
6 general skills for Web Applications Developer I, HTML, JavaScript, Programming, etc.
7 soft skills for Web Applications Developer I, Analytical Thinking, Innovation, Attention to Detail, etc.
While the list totals 23 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 Applications Developer I, he or she needs to be proficient in Analytical Thinking, be proficient in Innovation, and be proficient in Attention to Detail.
