2731 Digital Game and Web Developers
2731 Digital Game and Web Developers
Plan, develop, transform and maintain digital games and websites.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
273131 Digital Game Developer
Develops and transforms digital games from a concept to an interactive product using coding, software programming, sound effects, rendering and testing.
Alternative title
- Video Game Developer
Specialisation
- Digital Game Designer
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- Develops and creates game ideas and translates creative concepts into functional digital game prototypes
- Writes code using programming languages to implement game mechanics, user interfaces and interactive elements
- Creates menus, buttons and interactive elements that enhance player navigation and engagement
- Ensures that the games are compatible with various operating systems, platforms and devices, including desktops, laptops, consoles, interactive headsets, tablets and smartphones
- Optimises games for performance, addressing issues, such as loading times, frame rates and memory usage
- Conducts testing to identify and fix bugs, glitches and gameplay issues
- May design and oversee the implementation of game systems, mechanics and features
273132 Web Developer
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.
Full stack developers are excluded from this occupation. Full stack developers are included in Occupation 273333 Software Engineer.
Alternative title
- Web Programmer
Skill level: 1
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