ICT Programmers, Analysts, Architects and Engineers

How to become a Web Developer

Also called: Web Programmer

Plans, produces and maintains websites using web programming languages, software applications, technologies and databases together with specifications of user needs, often in conjunction with other ICT Professionals such as ICT Business Analysts, Web Designers and network and usability specialists.

Main tasks

Designs, develops and maintains websites using various programming languages
Collaborates with other ICT Professionals to plan and produce websites that meet user needs and requirements
Builds responsive and accessible websites that comply with web accessibility guidelines
Uses content management systems to manage website content and data
Ensures websites are optimised for performance, security and compatibility with different devices and browsers
Develops and tests code to ensure that it meets industry standards, is properly structured, and is compatible with different platforms and operating systems
Creates and manages databases to support the functionality of web applications and websites
Designs and develops web applications such as online forms and e-commerce platforms, that provide value to users
Creates and updates website content such as text, images and multimedia

Ways in

University: Computing & IT degrees, Offered by 39 universities in Australia
TAFE and VET: Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (ICT60220); Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220); Certificate III in Information Technology (ICT30120); Certificate IV in Information Technology (ICT40120)

Pay · Outlook · AI and this job

Typical full-time pay: $128,752 a year
About 13,500 people work in this job group now, and about 17,100 are projected by 2035. (+26.9%)
AI is likely to change parts of this job. Jobs and Skills Australia rates its automation exposure as medium.

Questions people ask

How do I become a Web Developer?

Ways in include: Computing & IT degrees; Advanced Diploma of Information Technology; Diploma of Information Technology.

How much does a Web Developer earn in Australia?

Median full-time pay is $128,752 a year (Jobs and Skills Australia).

Is a Web Developer a growing career in Australia?

Yes. Employment is projected to grow 27% by 2035, from about 13,500 to about 17,100 people (Jobs and Skills Australia).

Do you need a degree to become a Web Developer?

Usually. 67% of people in this job hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Will AI change the work of a Web Developer?

AI is likely to change parts of this job. Jobs and Skills Australia rates its automation exposure as medium.

Sources

Jobs and Skills Australia: Occupation data (ANZSCO), from ABS Labour Force and Census (February 2026), CC BY 4.0, retrieved 2026-10-04
Jobs and Skills Australia: Generative AI Capacity Study, interactive table data (September 2025), CC BY 4.0, retrieved 2026-10-04
Jobs and Skills Australia: Employment Projections (Victoria University) (May 2025 to May 2035), CC BY 4.0, retrieved 2026-10-04
Australian Taxation Office: Taxation Statistics, Individuals Table 15A (2023-24), CC BY 2.5 AU, retrieved 2026-10-04

Updated 2026-10-04