JavaScript Developer Jobs
Browse the latest JavaScript developer roles in the UK.
Latest roles
Senior FullStack Engineer
- Type
- Contract
- Salary
- £400 - Per Day
- Location
- London, - None Specified -
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior FullStack Engineer with a passion for Climate Tech to join on an initial 12-month contract. This...
Full Stack Developer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £50,000 - £70,000
- Location
- London, - None Specified -
Full Stack Web Developer Location: Canary Wharf, London Work Arrangement: In-Person Experience: 3-5 years required Employment Type:...
Senior Java Developer
- Type
- Contract
- Salary
- £450 - Per Day
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Senior Java Developer Day rate: £480/day Outside IR35 Location: Central London, Hybrid (, Wednesday, Thursday) Contract Length: 4 Months We...
Software Engineer - Python
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £65,000 - £95,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Python Developer Hybrid (1 day a week in London) | Full-time Salary £65,000 to £95,000 DOE Are you an experienced Python Developer who...
Java Engineer
- Type
- Contract
- Salary
- £630 - Per Day
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
We are seeking an experienced Java Engineer to join a high-performing software development team working on an exciting cloud migration...
Software Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £60,000 - £90,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Software engineers Salary range: 60-90k Location: Central London (x3 days per week onsite - Tue/Wed/Thurs) Tech stack includes:...
Full Stack Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £60,000 - £80,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Full Stack Engineer (BE Lean) Salary range: 60,000 - 80,000 (+ stock options) Location: Remote (must be willing to travel for...
Full Stack Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £70,000 - £90,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Full Stack Engineer Salary range: 70-110k Location: Central London (x3 days per week onsite - Tue/Thurs/Fri) Tech stack includes:...
Senior Software Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £80,000 - £150,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Senior, Staff & Principal Engineers Salary range: £90 - 150k (+ equity) Location: Central London (x3 days per week onsite -...
Data Engineer
- Type
- Contract
- Salary
- £400 - Per Day
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Data Engineer - Hybrid - £400/day Inside IR35 | Spark | DataBricks | Synapse | Azure Hiring: Data Engineer Hybrid working, office located...
Senior Full Stack Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £80,000 - £100,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Senior Full Stack Engineer (BE Lean) Salary range: 65,000 - 100,000 (+ stock options) Location: Remote (must be willing to travel for...
Senior .Net Engineer
- Type
- Contract
- Salary
- £540 - Per Day
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role Title: Senior .Net Engineer Rate: £500 - £540 per day IR35: Outside IR35 Length: 6-month initial contract Hybrid: 2 days per week...
Staff/Principal Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £120,000 - £135,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Staff & Principal Engineers Salary range: 120 - 135k (+ equity) Location: Central London (x3 days per week onsite -...
Backend Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £70,000 - £95,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Backend Engineer Salary range: 80-95k Location: x2 days pw - Central London (Mon & Thurs) Tech stack includes: NodeJS, NestJS,...
Senior iOS Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £50,000 - £60,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Senior iOS Engineer – EdTech | £60,000 + 10% Bonus We’re looking for a Senior iOS Engineer ready to help us scale and take ownership of our...
Senior iOS Developer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £85,000 - £95,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Senior iOS Engineer (SDK & App) Hybrid – 1 day/week in Central London | UK-based | Permanent Are you an experienced iOS developer...
Tech Lead
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £80,000 - £95,000
- Location
- -, United Kingdom
Role: Tech Lead Salary range: 80-95k Location: UK Remote Tech stack: React, TypeScript, NodeJS & AWS. You’ll be joining a fast-moving...
Data Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £40,000 - £60,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Data Engineer – Insurance Sector (Manchester) Recruiting on behalf of a leading UK-based insurer We’re working with a forward-thinking...
Lead Data Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £80,000 - £90,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Lead Data EngineerLocation: London-based - Hybrid (with global team collaboration)Salary: £80,000-£90,000 (Neg.) + 10% bonusStart...
React Native Engineer
- Type
- Contract
- Salary
- £400 - Per Day
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
We are seeking an experienced React Native Engineer for an exciting 10-week sprint within the fintech sector. This is a fast-paced contract...
Mid / Senior Backend Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £80,000 - £90,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Senior Backend Engineer Salary range: £80,000 – £90,000 Location: Hybrid, 2 days pw, London Tech stack includes: Node.js, TypeScript,...
Product Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £70,000 - £100,000
- Location
- N/a, United Kingdom
Role: Product Engineer Salary range: 70 - 100k (+ equity) Location: x3 days pw - Central London (Mon, Tues & Fri) Tech stack includes:...
FAQs
What does a JavaScript Developer do?
A JavaScripter works across various specialisms including Frontend, Backend, Fullstack or specific JavaScript frameworks like React, Node, Angular or Vue. They build, maintain and optimise interactive web applications and websites. Their responsibilities include writing clean code, debugging, implementing UI, managing API integrations and cross-browser compatibility.
What qualifications do I need?
To get a job in this field you typically need a foundation in computer science or web development, though degrees aren’t necessary. Many successful JavaScripters are self-taught or have done coding bootcamps. Practical experience through personal projects, internships or junior roles is valuable training. Certifications in JavaScript frameworks or libraries can be helpful but a strong portfolio showing your skills is often more important.
How long does it take to become a JavaScript professional?
The path varies greatly depending on your learning approach. Coding bootcamps can give you a foundation in 3-6 months, university degrees take about 3 years. Most employers look for at least 1-2 years of experience so the full journey takes 2-4 years. Continuous learning is essential as JavaScript frameworks and best practices change fast.
What skills are required?
Core JavaScript, HTML, CSS. Knowledge of React, Vue.js, Node.js. Git, testing, responsive design and browser dev tools are all useful. Problem solving, attention to detail, good communication skills to work with designers, product managers and other developers.
What are main areas of work?
Frontend (user interfaces), backend (Node.js), fullstack, mobile (React Native) and e-commerce solutions. There are also corporate websites to complex web applications, online retail platforms and progressive web apps.
What’s the job outlook?
Very good. JavaScript is one of the most used languages and as all businesses big and small invest in their online presence the demand for JavaScript Developers will be strong for the foreseeable future.
What’s the typical remuneration for a JavaScript Developer?
The average salary varies depending on expertise, experience and location. In the United Kingdom, entry level positions start at approximately £30,000 per annum. Mid-level Developers £40,000-£60,000, Senior Developers or specialists in high demand frameworks £70,000-£90,000 or more, especially in London and other tech hubs.
What are the career progression opportunities?
Senior Developer, Lead Developer, Technical Architect. Many JavaScript Developers move into engineering management, specialise in a particular framework or transition into consultancy roles. Some start their own development agencies or work as freelancers for more flexibility. Learning new frameworks and technologies can really boost your career.
Why is continued learning important?
You need to stay up to date with the fast-moving JavaScript ecosystem, new frameworks, libraries and best practices. The field changes quickly because of major updates to popular frameworks and new tools come out regularly. Staying current means, you can deliver modern, efficient solutions and stay competitive in the job market.
