OSCA 2024 · 273132 · Skill level 1
Web Developer: OSCA 273132
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Web Developer is OSCA 2024 code 273132. It corresponds to 2 ANZSCO codes (261211 and 261212). All of them are on Australia's skilled visa lists, which still use ANZSCO codes.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO codes for OSCA 273132
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 261211 · in part
Multimedia Specialist
On the Core Skills Occupation List, Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List.
Visas for ANZSCO 261211ANZSCO 261212 · in part
Web Developer
On the Core Skills Occupation List, Short-term Skilled Occupation List.
Visas for ANZSCO 261212
The job
What a web developer does
Plans, produces and maintains websites using web programming languages, software applications, technologies and databases together with specifications of user needs, often in conjunction with other ICT Professionals such as ICT Business Analysts, Web Designers and network and usability specialists.
Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience
Also known as
- Web Programmer
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Designs, develops and maintains websites using various programming languages
- Collaborates with other ICT Professionals to plan and produce websites that meet user needs and requirements
- Builds responsive and accessible websites that comply with web accessibility guidelines
- Uses content management systems to manage website content and data
- Ensures websites are optimised for performance, security and compatibility with different devices and browsers
- Develops and tests code to ensure that it meets industry standards, is properly structured, and is compatible with different platforms and operating systems
- Creates and manages databases to support the functionality of web applications and websites
- Designs and develops web applications such as online forms and e-commerce platforms, that provide value to users
- Creates and updates website content such as text, images and multimedia
Unit group 2731
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Questions
OSCA 273132: common questions
What is the OSCA code for web developer?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 273132?
Is Web Developer on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.
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