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The average salary for remote JavaScript jobs is $142,632 per year, ranging from $98,247 to $203,677 depending on experience. This is based on data from 4,175 job openings.
| Experience | Roles analysed | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior JavaScript engineer | 288 | $98,247 |
| Mid-level JavaScript engineer | 1,054 | $110,821 |
| Senior JavaScript engineer | 2,042 | $150,249 |
| Lead JavaScript engineer | 245 | $142,004 |
| Staff JavaScript engineer | 428 | $198,026 |
| Principal JavaScript engineer | 118 | $203,677 |
The top skills employers look for in JavaScript jobs are TypeScript, React.js, AWS, REST and Node.js. Below you'll find the full breakdown of the 10 most in-demand related skills. This is based on data from 2,303 job openings.
The most sought-after experience for JavaScript jobs is Senior (50% of openings), and 8% are junior friendly.
The most common employment types for JavaScript jobs are Full-time (86%) and Contract (9%).
24% of JavaScript jobs require a degree, while 76% do not.
Companies hire remote JavaScript engineers in 128 regions and countries — with United States leading in open roles.