Front End Developer in Scotland

What is a front end developer?

Front end developers are responsible for the look, feel and functionality of a website, app or web application. It’s their job to code the graphic interface that users interact with when visiting a website or using an app.

Front end developers can specialise in JavaScript, CSS, HTML or all of the above. The role of front end developer is a dual role which encompasses both design and tech.

Front end developer job description and responsibilities

Web developers and front end developers focus on the creation and delivery of web applications across a variety of platforms. They are tasked with designing and coding websites to fit business specifications and should be proficient in both graphic design and coding.

A web developer job description includes:

Creating websites using HTML/CSS/JavaScript

Liaising with designers and programmers for web-based projects

The maintenance and enhancement of existing websites

User experience testing

Writing high-quality code

QA testing

Bug fixes

Version testing

Developer qualifications, skills and experience

Front end jobs don’t require any specific qualifications, but plenty of technical and practical experience is helpful. Developers should have experience in some of the following areas:

HTML/XHTML, CSS, JavaScript

Versions control systems, like Git

JS frameworks and front end frameworks

Cross-browser coding

Testing and QA practices

Employers hiring developers will be looking for professionals with some or all of the following qualities:

Excellent problem solving skills

Good attention to detail

Flexible approach to work

Good communication skills

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Salary for Front End Developer in Scotland

47688 - 82568

25th Percentile

47688

Little or no prior experience in the position; still developing relevant skills.

Demand: Low

50th Percentile

60223

Some prior experience in the position; has several relevant skills.

Demand: Moderate

75th Percentile

82568

Extensive prior experience in the position; has mastered relevant skills.

Demand: High

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50th Percentile

75th Percentile

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42238

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42238

56953

77118

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50685

55045

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