Salaries of TypeScript developers increased by 20% in 2024

Salaries of TypeScript developers have soared by 20%: what's behind the record growth?

The labor market for developers continues to surprise. According to a fresh analytical report for the first half of 2024, the median salary of TypeScript developers in Russia increased by 20% compared to the same period last year. This jump makes TypeScript one of the fastest-growing languages in terms of income, even outpacing traditionally high-paying niches.

Figures and facts: how much do TypeScript developers earn?

The study, conducted among 5000+ IT professionals, showed the following changes:

• Junior developers (up to 1 year of experience): 80,000 – 120,000 rubles (+18% growth)
• Middle developers (1-3 years): 180,000 – 280,000 rubles (+22% growth)
• Senior developers (3+ years): 320,000 – 500,000 rubles (+25% growth)
• Team Lead / Architects: from 450,000 rubles (+15% growth)

The growth is especially noticeable among Middle and Senior specialists. This is because companies are actively migrating to TypeScript for large corporate projects that require high code reliability. Demand for experienced developers exceeds supply, which is driving salaries up.

Why did TypeScript become a "gold mine" in 2024?

The salary growth is not accidental. Experts highlight three key drivers:

1. Total migration of frontend and backend. Large companies (Yandex, Sber, Tinkoff) are actively moving legacy projects from JavaScript to TypeScript. This requires specialists who not only write code but also design complex typed systems.
2. Fullstack versatility. TypeScript is increasingly used not only for frontend (React, Angular) but also for backend via Node.js, Deno, and Bun. A developer who knows TypeScript effectively replaces two specialists — a frontender and a backender — which increases their market value.
3. Personnel shortage. According to hh.ru data, the number of vacancies for TypeScript developers grew by 35% over the year, while the number of resumes grew by only 12%. The market is in a state of "hunger" for qualified personnel.

What does this mean for Python developers?

Despite the fact that the PythonLib website is dedicated to Python, we cannot ignore the trends. If you are a Python developer and want to increase your income, learning TypeScript could be an excellent "second language." Many companies are looking for developers who can write backend in Python and frontend in TypeScript. This sharply increases a specialist's value: the salary of such fullstack engineers is often 30-40% higher than that of "pure" backenders.

Forecast for the second half of 2024

Analysts expect further strengthening of TypeScript's position. With the release of new versions of the language (TypeScript 5.5+) and the growing popularity of frameworks like Next.js and SvelteKit, demand for specialists will only increase. It is predicted that by the end of the year, salaries could rise by another 10-15%, especially in the Middle+ segment.

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