A full stack developer designs, develops, and maintains both the front-end (user interface) and back-end (server, database) components of web applications. They ensure seamless integration between the client side and server side, delivering functional and visually appealing digital solutions.
22,000+
Number of U.S. job listings by employers in the last 12 months
$135,000
Median annual salary
73,000
Projected employment through 2030
What is a full stack developer?
The full stack developer role is a specialized version of the software developer/engineer position. As a full stack developer, you'll be crafting code that powers every aspect of a web application. This includes both the front end, which brings the visual elements to life, and the back end, which handles the business logic. You'll need proficiency in front-end languages like JavaScript, back-end languages such as Python, Ruby, or PHP, and database languages like SQL. Your role involves analyzing customer or user needs, designing programs, writing code, testing designs, and documenting programs. You may also assist with upgrades or maintenance.
U.S. hiring data
Source: CompTIA analysis of Lightcast & U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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