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.

13,742+ JobsUpdated May 26, 2026

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Salary Range

$42k – $355k

Top Companies

WALMART CANADA, Compass Group, Procom, Versova, Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center, Respawn Entertainment +43 more

Job Types

96% Full Time, 4% Contract

Top Locations

Washington, CA, McLean, Ontario

Work Model

82% On-Site, 10% Hybrid, 8% Remote

Experience Levels

76% Junior, 16% entry, 8% Intern

We found 13,742 junior developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, CA, McLean. Salaries range from $42k to $355k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (82%), Hybrid (10%), Remote (8%). Top employers include WALMART CANADA, Compass Group, Procom and 46 other companies.

Companies Hiring for Junior Developer Jobs

WALMART CANADA2 jobs

Compass Group1 job

Procom1 job

Versova1 job

Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center1 job

Respawn Entertainment1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

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Junior

$52k–$120k

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