JavaScript Developer / Engineer
Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.
At a Glance
JavaScript Developer / Engineer earns an average of $93,762/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 4.3–4.5 years. Top skills: JavaScript (Programming Language), Git (Version Control System), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).
$93,762/yr
Bachelor's degree
4.3–4.5 years
17
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Web Developers
Median Wage
$90,930/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+7.5%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (29)
JavaScript (Programming Language)
Git (Version Control System)
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
React.js (Javascript Library)
Node.js (Javascript Library)
Angular (Web Framework)
Front End (Software Engineering)
Agile Methodology
Asynchronous Javascript and XML (AJAX)
HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
Gulp.js (Javascript Library)
PHP (Scripting Language)
HTML5
Test-Driven Development (TDD)
Amazon Web Services
Code Review
Software Engineering
Unit Testing
Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
Back End (Software Engineering)
JavaScript Frameworks
JSON
Software Design Patterns
Scrum (Software Development)
Computer Science
Jenkins
Java (Programming Language)
Python (Programming Language)
Common Skills (1)
Problem Solving
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