Job description Web Programmer in the Bas-Saint-Laurent Region
Find out what work is like for a Web programmer in Canada. This work description is applicable to all Computer programmers and interactive media developers (NOC 21234).
Web developers and programmers
Description
Web developers and programmers use a variety of programming languages to design, create and modify Web sites. They analyze users’ needs to implement content, graphics, performance, and Web site capacity. They may also integrate Web sites with other computer applications. They are employed in computer software development firms, information technology consulting firms, information technology units throughout the private and public sectors, advertising agencies or they may be self-employed.
Work week duration
Web developers and programmers usually work between 35 to 40 hours per week.Job duties
Here are some of the main activities and tasks that Web developers and programmers have to perform, and some of the physical demands they involve:
- Develop, write, modify, integrate and test Web site related code and Web application interfaces
- Conduct tests and analyze data to monitor quality, security, user interface experiences and to identify areas for improvement
- Develop and implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision
- Monitor and maintain Web site functionality
- May participate in Web site architecture and design in collaboration with designers or clients
- May research and evaluate a variety of interactive media software products.
Physical demands Help - Physical Demands
- Sitting
- Making repetitive motions
Workplaces and employers
Here are the typical workplaces where Web developers and programmers are employed and some of their main characteristics:
- Advertising agencies
- Computer software firms
- Self-employed
- Information technology consulting firms
- Information technology departments in the private and public sectors
Work environment Help - Physical Work Environment
- Indoors, environmentally controlled
Physical proximity from others Help - Physical proximity from others
- Somewhat close (e.g. share office)
Related job titles
Here are some other related job titles that are found in the same occupational category (NOC 21234), and a list of similar occupations:
- electronic business (e-business) Web site developer
- Internet site developer
- Web developer
- Web manager
- Webmaster
- Web programmer
- Web site developer
Similar occupations Help - Similar occupations
Sources Occupational and Skills Information System & National Occupational Classification
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