Explore JavaScript Engineer Jobs

JavaScript engineers build the interactive experiences and software systems behind today’s web and digital products. Browse vetted JavaScript Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Whether your expertise is in frontend interfaces, backend services, or full-stack development, discover openings that align with your skills and career goals.

What JavaScript Engineers Do

JavaScript engineers write, test, and maintain software used in websites and applications. Depending on the role, they may develop responsive user interfaces, create APIs and server-side services, connect applications to databases, improve performance, or collaborate with designers, product managers, and other engineers. Many positions also involve code reviews, automated testing, accessibility, and production support.

Skills and Technologies

Employers often look for strong JavaScript fundamentals and experience with modern tools such as TypeScript, React, Angular, Vue, Node.js, and related testing frameworks. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, APIs, version control, cloud platforms, and software development practices can also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer and specialization, so review each listing for the technologies and experience it emphasizes.

JavaScript Engineer Career Paths

JavaScript engineers may specialize in frontend, backend, or full-stack development, or grow into roles such as senior software engineer, technical lead, engineering manager, or software architect. Opportunities span industries including technology, finance, healthcare, ecommerce, and media. Explore Ladders listings to find roles that match your experience, preferred work environment, and compensation goals.

Find Your Next JavaScript Engineering Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare job responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details, then apply to JavaScript Engineer positions that fit your next career move.

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$140K - $150K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you design and optimize scalable mobile and data-driven applications, contributing to architectural direction and fostering cross-functional collaboration acros...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize our geocoding platform by managing a robust data foundation. You'll engage in high-impact projects, working on integrations, modeling, and serving location data while leveraging AI to enhance...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Explore innovative solutions as a Senior Mobile Engineer, leading the design and architecture of mission-critical apps that empower our delivery fleet and operations teams, ensuring reliability and ef...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $158K *

Partner with us to enhance design systems by building shared components and patterns. Collaborate with designers and engineers to create accessible, user-friendly interfaces that elevate product exper...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing a sophisticated healthcare SaaS platform by designing, implementing, and maintaining full-stack features that enhance user experience and system performance in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$218K - $245K *

Empower AI observability by delivering end-to-end solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and insights into agent performance, costs, and errors, while navigat...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $260K *

Join a forward-thinking team to enhance user experiences through innovative AI solutions and full-stack development, impacting industries worldwide by improving workflows within the Samsara dashboard...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing API, Web, and Mobile teams, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with product goals while driving technical ownership and fostering team grow...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $209K *

Drive product innovation by collaborating with design and engineering teams, mentoring peers, and enhancing front-end strategies to create inclusive experiences that engage and delight users...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping customer experiences through innovative frontend solutions. Take ownership of technical execution, collaborate across disciplines, and elevate engineering standards while en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user engagement through innovative front-end solutions. You'll leverage modern web technologies to build secure, high-performance financial applications that...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $300K *

Transform the future of cloud-native applications by designing and developing scalable web solutions. Leverage your expertise in full stack development and cloud technologies to drive innovation and o...

Boston, MARemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $235K *

Join a team that's transforming integrations into a cohesive, high-quality API platform. You will lead backend development and operational reliability, driving collaborations and mentoring initiatives...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $117K *

Join a team that's passionate about building scalable web experiences. Collaborate with product, backend, and QA teams to design and maintain user-facing applications across various platforms, ensurin...

Ontario, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $250K *

Tackle systemic challenges by building tools and practices that enhance performance, scalability, and decision-making across engineering teams, fostering collaboration and driving solutions that bridg...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Empower your career by delivering AI observability solutions end-to-end. Collaborate with a cross-functional team to enhance user experiences and drive insights into AI systems, shaping the future of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and maintaining advanced IT infrastructure platforms, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with teams to optimize solutions, automate processes, and enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$182K - $215K *

Join our team to oversee application security, manage vulnerability pipelines, and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security practices. Drive incident response and advocate for security a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $135K *

Innovate and lead as a Senior Software Engineer, driving full-stack solutions and mentoring talent. Collaborate with teams to enhance software processes, ensuring high-quality delivery and technical e...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K *

Manage and enhance public health technology platforms, ensuring secure, reliable operations for local, state, and federal agencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performan...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $205K *

Champion the development of scalable blockchain systems and APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance payment solutions while troubleshooting issues and ensuring high-quality code deliv...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $235K *

Lead and innovate in our modeling group, managing a team of engineers to develop next-gen technology while ensuring seamless integration with AI and existing systems; collaborate closely with stakehol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$191K - $263K *

Engineer and modernize our billing systems, ensuring correct plans and revenue integration. Drive the transition from monolithic setups to scalable, independent services crucial for customer trust and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer robust backend systems for financial applications, tackling payments, fraud detection, and compliance. Collaborate with a skilled team to design, build, and optimize features, ensuring reliab...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $181K *

Champion innovative software solutions for optimal customer experiences. Lead development of full-stack web applications, enhancing shipping logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a JavaScript Engineer do?question toggle

    A JavaScript Engineer develops and maintains web applications and software using JavaScript and related technologies. Responsibilities may include building user interfaces, creating backend services, integrating APIs, testing code, and improving application performance.

  • What skills are commonly required for JavaScript Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common qualifications include JavaScript expertise, experience with frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue, and familiarity with HTML, CSS, testing, APIs, and version control. Some positions also request TypeScript, Node.js, cloud, or database experience.

  • Are JavaScript Engineer jobs available for $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including JavaScript engineering roles. Compensation and requirements vary by position, employer, experience, and location.

  • What career paths can JavaScript Engineers pursue?question toggle

    JavaScript Engineers can specialize in frontend, backend, or full-stack development and may advance to senior engineer, technical lead, engineering manager, or software architect roles.

  • How can I find the right JavaScript Engineer job?question toggle

    Compare listings by responsibilities, required technologies, seniority, location, work arrangement, and compensation. Focus on roles that match your experience and career goals, and tailor your application to the qualifications in each listing.