💻 Web Developer in Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Employers in Boston hiring this role typically need: builds and maintains websites and web applications for businesses of every size.

Key responsibilities

• Integrate payment, forms and analytics tools
• Maintain security updates and backups
• Build responsive front-end pages
• Develop APIs and back-end logic

Skills employers look for

• Git and deployment basics
• Performance and accessibility awareness
• HTML, CSS and JavaScript
• A modern framework such as React or Vue

Tools and standards

• Git and CI/CD pipelines
• Cloud hosting and CDNs
• Browser developer tools

Typical deliverables

• Working, tested website or app
• Documentation and handover notes
• Speed and accessibility report

How success is measured

• Page speed and uptime
• Bug and rework rate
• Conversion or lead goals

Common challenges

• Unclear requirements
• Third-party integration issues

Hiring tip

Ask for two live projects and a short paid test task before a long contract.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Web Developer cost in Boston?

Indicative Web Developer rates for Boston, Massachusetts, USA are about $33–$120 per hour, or $4,290–$15,600 per month for regular work.

What does a Web Developer do in Boston?

Builds and maintains websites and web applications for businesses of every size. Typical work includes build responsive front-end pages, develop APIs and back-end logic and fix bugs and improve page speed.

What qualifications are usual for a Web Developer?

Portfolio of live projects; Computer science degree or equivalent experience; Relevant framework experience.

Can I hire a Web Developer for Boston remotely?

Often yes. Overlap with US time zones and a clear contractor or employee status are usually the first points to settle. Agree working-hour overlap, tools, reporting and payment method before work begins.

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