What salary can a junior developer expect?

Junior developer salaries range from $50k–$85k depending on location, company size, and tech stack. Remote junior roles at well-funded startups and mid-size companies tend to pay toward the higher end.

Do I need a CS degree to get a junior developer job?

No. Many companies hire junior developers from coding bootcamps, self-taught backgrounds, and adjacent fields. A strong portfolio with 2–3 projects and basic data structures knowledge is often more important than a degree.

What programming languages should a junior developer know?

JavaScript (with React or Node.js) is the most in-demand for junior web roles. Python is popular for backend and data-adjacent positions. Java and C# are common in enterprise environments.

Are there remote junior developer jobs?

Yes, though they are more competitive than on-site positions. Many companies prefer junior developers to be on-site or hybrid for mentorship, but fully remote junior roles do exist - especially at remote-first companies.

16,568+ JobsUpdated May 29, 2026

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Salary Range

$40k – $120k

Top Companies

Five Below, CVS Health, Amentum, MILLER PAVING LTD, Linchpin Software, JHNA +44 more

Job Types

98% Full Time, 2% Internship

Top Locations

CA, Washington, Alexandria, Hyattsville

Work Model

80% On-Site, 16% Hybrid, 4% Remote

Experience Levels

78% Junior, 14% entry, 8% Intern

We found 16,568 junior developer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Washington, Alexandria. Salaries range from $40k to $120k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (80%), Hybrid (16%), Remote (4%). Top employers include Five Below, CVS Health, Amentum and 47 other companies.

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