What the Job Looks Like

Web developers build the websites and web applications that people use every day. The work is usually split between writing code (HTML, CSS and JavaScript for the front end, plus server-side languages for the back end) and meetings or planning sessions where the team works out what to build next. Most developers work in small teams using tools like Git for version control and project management software like Jira or Trello.

Web development is one of the easier fields to get into without a degree because you can show your skills through projects you have built. There is also a good freelance route for people who want to work for themselves rather than an employer.

Qualifications You Will Need

• Entry level: A Level 3 BTEC in IT or a portfolio of personal projects can be enough for trainee roles. A degree is not always required.
• Certifications: Less important than in cybersecurity, but Microsoft and Google both offer free certifications in their web technologies.
• Degree route: A BSc in Computer Science, Web Development or similar opens up graduate schemes at larger companies.
• Apprenticeship route: Level 4 Software Developer or Digital Marketer apprenticeships often cover web development skills.
• Self-employed route: Many web developers work freelance through platforms like Upwork or Fiverr, or by finding clients directly.

Companies Hiring

The Web Hub partners with the following companies who are actively hiring trainees in web development: