Web developer salary in India & growth opportunities

Web development is one of the top career choices of youth in India. The demand of web developers in India is projected to grow much faster than the average for any other occupations in India. So this is the right time if you are considering making a career in the field of web development in India. Also, an increase in the use of mobile devices to search the web will lead to increased demand for web developers.

In simple terms, web development refers to the tasks involved with developing websites for hosting via intranet or internet. The making of a website requires the involvement of multiple talents like – web designer/graphic designer, content writer, web developer, coder, UX/UI designer etc. In this article, we will discuss the job profile of a web developer and salary range in India.

Web Developer Job Profile

A web developer is responsible for the programming and coding of web-based services and websites. A web developer is also responsible for designing, coding and modifying websites, from layout to function and according to the requirement of the client. Web developers use programming and technology skills to construct the appearance and user experience of a site.

Skills required to become a web developer

Here are some of the important technical skills required to become a web developer

HTML – HyperText Markup Language(HTML)
CSS – Cascading Style Sheets(CSS)
JavaScript
Responsive Design
Python
Java
PHP
React JS
NodeJS
Angular JS
MongoDB

Non-technical skills

Apart from the above mentioned technical skills, a web developer should also possess non-technical skills, such as – strong verbal and vocal communication skills, teamwork, critical thinking, excellent problem-solving skills, and should also know how to handle work pressure and meet tight deadlines.