Is full-stack better paid than front-end?

Yes: the full-stack median is around 6,064 €/month, clearly above the front-end average of around 3,750 €/month, but it all depends on specialisation and experience.

Which technologies open the most doors?

Sought-after stacks such as React, Node, Java and Python are particularly in demand and ease access to the best positions.

Web Developer

The German web sector is hiring developers able to build high-performing websites and applications.

All sectors

The profession

The web developer builds websites and web applications, in front-end, back-end or full-stack.

Salary

Salary varies by specialisation: full-stack median around 6,064 €/month (annual range around 51,700 to 73,800 €) and entry level around 4,770 €/month, while front-end is lower, with an average of around 3,750 €/month (source: jobvector, Gehalt.de, 2026).

Employers hiring

Zalando, About You, Delivery Hero, HelloFresh, N26, Trade Republic, SAP, DATEV, Check24, Otto Group and many digital agencies hire web developers.

Prospects

Prospects are high for full-stack and sought-after stacks (React, Node, Java, Python); the junior and agency segment is more competitive.

Career progression

Progression can lead to full-stack, tech lead or a specialisation (front-end architecture, back-end, DevOps).

Language level

The expected level varies: scale-ups often work in English, while agencies and the Mittelstand expect a B1 or B2 level in German.

Diploma recognition

In IT, formal recognition of the diploma is most often not required to work in Germany. A solid degree or experience facilitates the EU Blue Card; we assess your profile, your qualifications and your experience.

Visa

The 2025 EU Blue Card requires a gross salary of around 48,300 € per year (general threshold) or around 43,760 € per year for shortage occupations such as IT (source: immigration law firms, 2025). IT specialists without a university degree can obtain it with at least 3 years of comparable experience and an offer reaching the reduced threshold. The Chancenkarte (opportunity card) allows you to come and look for qualified employment for up to one year. We check your eligibility and prepare the file with you.

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We train you in German up to the useful level, present your profile to German employers, prepare the visa file and support you all the way to your arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Is full-stack better paid than front-end?: Yes: the full-stack median is around 6,064 €/month, clearly above the front-end average of around 3,750 €/month, but it all depends on specialisation and experience.
Which technologies open the most doors?: Sought-after stacks such as React, Node, Java and Python are particularly in demand and ease access to the best positions.

Indicative gross ranges from public German sources (StepStone, Gehalt.de, Federal Employment Agency, Bitkom, IHK). Salary portals differ and update their data; real figures depend on region, employer, collective agreement and experience. Visa rules change: always check your case with the competent German authorities.