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Full Stack Developer
$129,900 median salary*
34,565 jobs available*
Top 6 skills needed for Full Stack Developer
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Full stack web developer
Full stack engineer
If you like user interface design, technology, and problem solving this role is for you.
As a full stack developer, you’ll be tasked with creating both the front-end and back-end components of applications using the JavaScript programming language and associated frameworks, libraries, and technologies. You’ll utilize HTML, CSS, and prominent JS frameworks like Angular, React, Vue, or Ember to craft engaging user interfaces and handle client-side functionality, while employing Node.js with Express.js for server-side logic. Additionally, you’ll manage the integration of NoSQL and SQL databases to ensure seamless data storage and retrieval. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, while you design, develop, test, debug, and maintain applications to ensure optimal performance and functionality throughout the software lifecycle.
* Median salary and job opening data are sourced from United States Lightcast™ Job Postings Report. Data for job roles relevant to featured programs (7/1/2022 - 6/30/2023)
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Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Development, Azure DevOps, javascript library, JavaScript, React
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