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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$200K - $500K *

Oversee project coordination and delivery timelines, bridging technical expertise with leadership to ensure efficient collaboration and successful execution of key initiatives within a dynamic develop...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $105K *

Drive project success by managing client relationships and leading implementation strategies. Collaborate with teams to assess needs, develop plans, and ensure timely delivery while navigating challen...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $105K *

Deliver exceptional client engagement by managing project success, assessing needs, and developing strategic plans. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant implementations wh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $185K *

Elevate your career by managing a dynamic data engineering team, shaping scalable data pipelines, and driving innovative data solutions to enhance enterprise data strategies and execution efficiency a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $214K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing enterprise Finance solutions, optimizing processes, and driving global transformation initiatives through innovative technology and collaboration with sta...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your data engineering skills to create AI-ready data solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to build robust data pipelines and semantic views on Snowflake, driving i...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of IT capacity management by ensuring resources meet business demand in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, manage risks, and align strategies for...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate solutions as a Senior AI Software Engineer, collaborating with clients to enhance their teams or build cutting-edge AI-driven applications. Leverage your expertise in software development and...

San Antonio, TXRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower innovation as a Senior AI Software Engineer, collaborating with clients to enhance their teams or build cutting-edge AI-driven applications. Leverage your expertise in software development and...

Nashville, TNRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a Senior AI Software Engineer, collaborating with clients to design and build innovative AI-driven applications while leading technical initiatives and enhancing enterprise inte...

Miami, FLRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining AI solutions by integrating with clients to design and build innovative applications. Leverage your expertise in software development and AI workflows to drive impactful...

Indianapolis, INRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by developing and deploying innovative applications. Collaborate with clients to enhance their systems and lead technical initiatives, ensuring high-quality...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Innovate with cutting-edge AI technologies as you design and build scalable applications. Collaborate directly with clients or integrate into teams, driving impactful solutions in a dynamic environmen...

Juneau, AKRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by developing innovative applications and workflows. Collaborate directly with clients or build products in a FullStack environment, leveraging your experti...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advance your career as a Senior AI Software Engineer, collaborating with clients to design and build AI-driven applications. Leverage your expertise in software development and enterprise integrations...

Charleston, SCRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to design and build AI-driven applications, collaborating directly with clients or enhancing their teams through your expertise in software development and e...

Jackson, MSRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of AI by integrating with client teams or building innovative products. Leverage your expertise in software development and AI applications to deliver impactful solutions while leadin...

Topeka, KSRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engage with clients as a Senior AI Software Engineer, integrating into teams or building products. Leverage your expertise in AI-driven applications and enterprise APIs to deliver innovative solutions...

Helena, MTRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by designing and building innovative applications. Collaborate with clients and lead technical initiatives while driving complex workflows and scalable solu...

Dover, DERemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming AI solutions by integrating with clients to design and build innovative applications. Leverage your expertise in software development and AI workflows to drive impactfu...

Raleigh, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by developing and deploying innovative applications. Collaborate with clients to enhance their systems and lead technical initiatives in a dynamic, remote e...

Montgomery, ALRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate innovation by collaborating with clients to design and build AI-driven applications. Leverage your expertise in software development and enterprise APIs to deliver scalable solutions and le...

Pierre, SDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the development of AI-driven applications, collaborating with clients to enhance their teams or build innovative products. Drive technical excellence and deliver scalable solutions in a dynamic...

Santa Fe, NMRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team as a Senior AI Software Engineer, where you'll collaborate with clients to enhance their projects through innovative AI solutions and hands-on developme...

Louisville, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI-driven solutions, collaborating with clients to design and build innovative applications while leading technical initiatives and enhancing enterprise integrations...

Des Moines, IARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.