How To Build A Top Class Web Development Team?

Do you have an awesome web or app development idea but don’t know where to begin? It’s alright—we all have those moments when we feel uncertain about what to do. However, fear not, for this query is not that complex and has a pretty straightforward answer. So, halt your thinking horses and abandon the thought of doing everything on your own; instead, consider hiring or building a web development team.

However, building a website development team can be daunting and risky, like approaching freelancers and then keeping an eye on them. Therefore, from the startup level to the enterprise level, hiring a dedicated web development team is the best solution. But the thing is, whether you hire a team or build one, it’s important for you to know the roles of professionals in the web development team. 

Your idea is worth having a top-notch web development team, so without further ado, let’s begin.

Web Development Team Structure

Most people who are willing to build a team or want to hire one consider the programmers or developers to be the most important ones. This is not a mere statement but one made based on experience because, at InvoZone, we come across clients who are unclear about their idea or what type of expertise they require. Speaking from experience, this highly depends upon the nature of the project. 

You can handpick the developers, hire a project manager, or have a full web development team to construct your project from scratch, as offered by many agencies like InvoZone. So to save you from any trouble and hassle, we are bringing you the web development team structure InvoZone has been following for over a decade.

Honestly, the structure has improved the workflow of our team and facilitated the development of 300+ projects.

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1. Project Manager

The first one in the website development team tree is the project manager. The project manager is the binding force that keeps everyone in the team up and running. He also acts as the bridge between the client side and the organization. 

They are present throughout all the stages of initiation, planning, understanding, work allocation, communication, and whatever comes along the timeline of the project. 

In short, the project manager has the following responsibilities.

• Assigning work to team members
• Planning sprints 
• Determine the time and date of the deliverables 
• Meet the internal deadlines and testing requirements 
• Update the client on the progress

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2. Solution Architect

The project architect comes second in line after the project manager and essentially determines the type of website or app development. It is important to have a project architect onboard who can translate the client's demands and identify tools and tech stacks. The architects should be part of the meetings to comprehend the client's requirements.

The solution architect has the following functions

• Assessment of the technology environment
• Analyzing enterprise specifics
• Analysis of documenting requirements
• Creating a prototype
• Selection of technology
• Controlling solution development

3. UI/UX Designers 

86% of users (Forbes) leave websites because of an unsatisfying customer experience. The UI/UX of the website plays a crucial role in customer satisfaction, retention, and conversion. Here, the UI/UX designers understand the project plan and architecture to meet the client's expectations and build brand value. They address the issues identified in the given brief and address the unresolved problems. 

The UI/UX designers should be well-versed in the information architecture. This way, they will be in a position to understand the information, content, and data and where they need to be placed on the website or application. 

The UI/UX designers have the following responsibilities:

• Design the user interface
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers
• Do storyboarding as per user requirements
• Create graphic elements 
• Develop navigation components

4. Web Developers

The web developers are the ones who take the project requirements and turn them into functional websites. A website has two parts: the front-end and the back-end, so for each part, developers with distinct skill sets are required.

• Front-End Developers
• Back-End  Developers 

5. QA Engineers

Next are the Quality Assurance engineers or QA testers. The responsibility of the QA engineers is to test the product for any bugs and errors. Also, check the quality of the final product before delivery. 

They are also responsible for 

• Project documentation
• Testing plans
• Running test scripts

This stage helps in identifying possible errors and bugs, if there are any, and fixing them before the release of the product. 

6. DevOps

The DevOps engineers are IT generalists who should know both operations and development, including coding, infrastructure, DevOps toolchains, and system administration. 

Their roles may vary depending on the organization but may include release engineering, infrastructure management, system administration and security, and DevOps advocacy. Some of their responsibilities are

• Ensure continuous collaboration between the development & operations teams.
• Construct the CI/CD pipelines for faster delivery

Qualities of A Great Website Development Team

Some of the qualities to look out for when building a great website development team are:

• Communication skills
• Team spirit and flexibility of attitude
• Proactive approach
• Out-of-the-box thinking
• Accountability 
• Willingness to self-learn and grow

Building a balanced web development team is essential to construct a top-notch website. It is a hidden treasure that holds the key to profits and ever-lasting success. Here’s one of our projects,  Homepie we developed for our client with our website development team structure elaborated above. 

Homepie is a marketplace that brings home buyers and sellers together on one platform. The platform enjoys a great clientele and has been featured by Business Insider and Yahoo Finance.

Why Build Your Web App With InvoZone’s Web Development Team?

Creating a website is a significant undertaking that demands the collaborative efforts of a web development team. Every team member plays an essential and equal role in ensuring the website is constructed to meet the specified criteria and delivered promptly. Our team has demonstrated exceptional performance for Homepie and a number of other projects. Click to view here . We are confident that we can replicate that success for your project.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I hire a web development team?

To hire a web development team, follow these steps:

1. Define your project requirements.
2. Research and shortlist potential teams based on experience and expertise.
3. Review their portfolio and client feedback.
4. Conduct interviews and assess their communication skills.
5. Consider the budget and timeline.
6. Select the best-fit team and initiate the hiring process. 

What does a web development team do?

A web development team is responsible for creating and maintaining websites. They handle tasks like front-end and back-end development, database management, user interface design, testing, and deployment. The team collaborates to ensure the website meets client requirements, functions properly and delivers an optimal user experience. 

Who manages a web development team?

A web development team is typically managed by a project manager or team lead. Their role involves coordinating team members, setting project goals and timelines, allocating tasks, and ensuring smooth communication between team members and clients. The manager oversees the development process, resolves issues, and ensures the successful delivery of web projects.