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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$149K - $214K *

Lead the charge in enhancing development infrastructure, driving engineering excellence through innovative CI/CD solutions, and fostering collaboration to deliver high-quality software systems that me...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming client challenges into innovative Salesforce solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, demo, and scope projects, ensuring seamless transitions to delivery whi...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$203K - $366K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic global team in engineering strategy and execution for cutting-edge IAM solutions, ensuring high performance and top-tier quality standards across cloud technol...

Cambridge, MARemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in creating innovative software solutions in telehealth, collaborating closely with tech leadership and product teams. Drive impactful developments and own projects from inception to d...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by driving measurable growth through marketing initiatives. Collaborate with leadership and harmonize strategies across paid, organic, and product marketing efforts to achieve a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $218K *

Join a team that's redefining secure access with advanced authentication solutions. Leverage your expertise to design and implement cutting-edge security features, ensuring a seamless user experience...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $172K *

Join our dynamic team to manage the development and organization of agency-facing collateral, enhancing sales enablement and agency engagement through high-quality, accessible resources that meet the...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$280K - $300K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions in workforce management, leading product development from concept to deployment. Collaborate with engineers and executives to create impactful agentic products that enh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing our technical infrastructure, ensuring high availability and reliability of systems while leading DevOps and Infrastructure teams to implement best practices...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare data solutions. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll enhance complex systems, collaborate across departments, and drive analytics to optimize finan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $170K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions by developing and maintaining high-quality applications. Collaborate within a cross-functional team to enhance system performance and reliability, ensuring except...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $158K *

Drive the reliability and scalability of critical systems by leading automation efforts. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance performance and deliver exceptional customer experiences while ma...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Drive the technical design and delivery of innovative AI agent solutions, leading a team to ensure operational readiness and quality. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and guide eng...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $100K *

Join our dynamic team as a Sr. Credit Analyst, owning the underwriting cycle from application review to decision-making. Leverage your analytical skills to enhance credit processes and contribute to a...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of designing and implementing bespoke AI solutions, serving as a trusted technical advisor throughout the client journey. Collaborate with teams to enhance integration and optimize auto...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and testing systems-level software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet operational specifications and enhance SAP functionali...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$123K - $254K *

Architect innovative full-stack solutions that enhance user experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product development from ideation to release, while ensuring high-quality co...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$124K - $210K *

Drive customer success by leading a team of engineers to enhance GitLab adoption, develop scalable enablement programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve measurable business outco...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of NetBox Delivery by leading software design, enhancing production reliability, and mentoring engineers. Shape the technical direction and ensure seamless deployment on Cloud and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $184K *

Champion innovative solutions as an Enterprise Sales Engineer, driving customer growth and technical success while managing projects, sharing insights with the SE Team, and maintaining a strong focus...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud operations and customer support. Leverage your expertise in AWS, Terraform, and networking to design, build, and maintain robust hosting environments wh...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in integrating complex hospital data systems into Astra OS. Own end-to-end data pipelines, collaborate with customers, and design scalable solutions that enhance healthcare operations...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join our AI acceleration team to drive impactful client engagements, rapidly prototype solutions, and demonstrate innovative agentic capabilities, all while collaborating closely with stakeholders to...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Create meaningful product experiences by designing intuitive solutions that connect creators and fans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges and enhance user engagement...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by engaging with clients to translate technical challenges into innovative solutions. This role combines presales expertise, solution design, and hands-on engineering to drive custome...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.