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 21, 2026

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Salary Range

$37k – $108k

Top Companies

Guidehouse, Globe Business, Carvana, PNC Financial Services Group, Alberta Precision Labs, Pattison Food Group +42 more

Job Types

92% Full Time, 8% Contract

Top Locations

Washington, CA, Arlington, Chantilly

Work Model

84% On-Site, 10% Hybrid, 6% Remote

Experience Levels

72% Junior, 20% entry, 8% Intern

We found 13,742 junior developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, CA, Arlington. Salaries range from $37k to $108k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (84%), Hybrid (10%), Remote (6%). Top employers include Guidehouse, Globe Business, Carvana and 45 other companies.

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Pattison Food Group1 job

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