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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$125K - $145K *

Grow your career with us by managing 15-20 high-value enterprise accounts, driving customer success outcomes, and fostering relationships with executive stakeholders while navigating a dynamic, fast-p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion our AppSec program by operating scanning tools, triaging vulnerabilities, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance security practices and ensure compliance throughout the SDLC...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust cloud platform for engineering teams, managing a dedicated team while driving infrastructure innovation and ensuring compliance and security in a collaborative e...

Union, NJRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $310K *

Advance your career by leading R&D initiatives that transform innovative ideas into market-ready solutions. Drive technology differentiation and manage a large team to ensure high-quality project exec...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$210K - $250K *

Transform the payments landscape by leading strategy and execution across product, engineering, and operations. Drive growth and innovation in embedded payments, ensuring alignment and measurable outc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive technical excellence by designing systems, setting standards, and mentoring engineers without formal management. Collaborate with Product to ensure alignment and tackle engineering challenges ac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Innovate noise control solutions for large-scale AI data centers. Lead acoustic studies, model sound propagation, and recommend effective mitigations while collaborating across engineering teams to en...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate in architecting data supply chains for advanced analytics, building pipelines to connect legacy systems with modern cloud platforms, ensuring data quality and governance for robust AI and...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$185K - $220K *

Unlock your potential as a Staff Full-Stack Product Engineer, driving impactful software solutions and collaborating with partners to enhance enterprise deployments. Join us in shaping the future of A...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $185K *

Shape the future of cloud management by leading a dynamic team in delivering VMware by Broadcom solutions. Drive technical excellence, mentor talent, and ensure high-quality service delivery for enter...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$185K - $225K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovative project management, collaborating with scientists and engineers to drive complex client engagements. Your expertise will ensure successful delivery an...

Redwood City, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Tackle complex problems by implementing ServiceNow solutions for top clients. Collaborate with a dynamic team, ensuring quality and efficiency in digital transformation projects, while delivering impa...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality technical project management, collaborating with teams to enhance customer web performance and security. Drive integration efficiency and foster strong clien...

Ottawa, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in innovative software development, leveraging your expertise to enhance systems and drive technical strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges and m...

Silver Spring, MDRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead customer engagement through technical discovery and deployment, integrating AI solutions while collaborating with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams. Drive implementation efficiency and bridge...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $208K *

Champion financial leadership across diverse Electrical Power Transmission portfolios, driving profitability, cash flow, and execution discipline. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pr...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $170K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer integrations by driving technical discovery, scoping complex implementations, and ensuring successful onboarding for high-stakes accounts. Collaborate closely...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $162K *

Elevate customer engagement by designing and executing lifecycle programs that drive adoption, retention, and expansion. Collaborate across teams to create impactful communications and leverage data t...

New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by designing and executing lifecycle programs that enhance adoption, retention, and expansion. Collaborate across teams to create impactful communications and leverage data-dr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $162K *

Empower our customer success journey by crafting lifecycle communications that drive adoption, retention, and expansion. Collaborate across teams to build impactful programs that resonate with our dig...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $190K *

Transform the future of software development by building scalable, AI-augmented solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance stability, engage in code reviews, and stay ahead of emerging tech...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$147K - $274K *

Transform the future of search and information retrieval by designing and deploying large-scale systems that enhance legal, tax, and accounting content, ensuring reliable and measurable impact across...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$117K - $157K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise AI solutions through innovative design and deployment. Leverage your expertise to build secure, scalable AI platforms that enhance business processes and dri...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $260K *

Drive the development of an intelligent content delivery network, optimizing web performance through cutting-edge infrastructure and AI. Collaborate with a lean team to transform complex problems into...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$69K - $93K *

Join a dynamic team as you leverage your technical expertise to drive customer success in IoT solutions. Engage with diverse industries, providing tailored support and fostering relationships that enh...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.