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Web developer: the job, the salary, the offers

A web developer designs, codes and maintains websites and web applications: interfaces (front end), server logic and databases (back end), or both (full stack). They work with designers, project managers and sometimes directly with clients.

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Main duties

  • Build new features from requirements
  • Write tests and fix bugs
  • Take part in code reviews and deployments
  • Keep performance, security and accessibility up to standard

Skills employers look for

  • Web languages and frameworks (JavaScript, PHP, Python…)
  • Git and agile methods
  • SQL databases
  • Autonomy and technical curiosity

Training and how to get in

A degree in computer science, a coding school or a bootcamp-style career change. Recruiters mostly look at what you have built: a Git repository, a live site, open-source contributions.

Salary

€36,000 to €55,000 gross a year

Indicative benchmark for France, from first job to experienced profile. It varies with the collective agreement, region, company size and experience: always check the salary stated in the offer.

Our tip for your application

Put your tech stack at the top of your CV and tie each role to a concrete result (faster load times, feature shipped, users). A link to a live project beats a long list of technologies.

  • Your CV is tailored to each ad: the experience and skills required for the role come first.
  • The letter answers what the offer asks for with your real examples, no stock phrases.
  • The recruiter’s email is looked up for you; the email leaves from your mailbox, after you approve it.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do you need a degree to become a web developer?

Not necessarily: many companies hire based on projects and a technical test. A degree still helps with large companies and visa applications.

Is remote work common?

Yes, hybrid work is very common; fully remote roles exist but attract much more competition.

Web developer: what salary?

€36,000 to €55,000 gross a year (indicative benchmark for France, depending on experience, region and collective agreement).

Web developer: how to apply faster?

Create your profile once, then let MakeYouFirst tailor your CV and letter to each ad and find the recruiter’s email. You review, you approve, and the application leaves from your own mailbox.

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