Java Application Engineer Jobs

Explore Java Application Engineer opportunities for experienced professionals building, enhancing, and supporting business-critical software. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on Java application development, enterprise platforms, and modern cloud-based systems.

What Java Application Engineers Do

Java Application Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain applications using Java and related technologies. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include translating business requirements into technical solutions, building APIs and services, integrating databases and third-party systems, improving performance, and supporting applications throughout their lifecycle.

Skills and Technologies

Employers commonly seek strong Java programming skills, object-oriented design knowledge, and experience with frameworks such as Spring. Roles may also involve REST APIs, microservices, SQL and relational databases, automated testing, version control, CI/CD, and cloud platforms. Familiarity with application security, distributed systems, and Agile practices can also be valuable.

Career Opportunities

Java application engineering roles are found across industries that rely on reliable, scalable software, including financial services, healthcare, technology, retail, and government. Experienced engineers may advance into senior or lead engineering positions, software architecture, platform engineering, or technical management, depending on their interests and background.

Find Java Application Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted Java Application Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, required technologies, experience level, and compensation details, then focus your search on roles that match your skills and career goals.

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$175K - $350K *

Advance your skills by tackling complex engineering challenges and driving impactful product development. Join a dynamic, hands-on environment where you have the freedom and responsibility to shape so...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and lead the design and development of scalable software solutions, guiding projects from concept to delivery. Mentor engineers and ensure technical excellence while collaborating with cross...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing end-to-end AI workflows, integrating LLM systems, and enhancing production reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and elevate AI engineering pra...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$173K - $207K *

Elevate your career by designing and building essential SDKs that empower engineering teams to create reliable, observable distributed systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance developer experience...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Explore career opportunities as you collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative test automation solutions that enhance intelligent technology for consumer use-cases while driving efficiency i...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative technical solutions, guiding customers through complex digital transformations, and enhancing software capabilities within a collaborative environ...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $185K *

Shape the future of advertising technology by leading the design and strategy for scalable, reliable systems that enhance live sports experiences. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and ment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on validating and optimizing Azure developer desktops. You'll design automated tests, ensure security compliance, and enhance performance metrics...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $309K *

Pioneer innovative developer experiences by setting technical direction and enhancing workflows. Collaborate across teams to design solutions that empower engineers, leveraging AI to redefine software...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $252K *

Unlock potential by leading test strategies for hypervisor performance and VM quality. Collaborate with teams to design automated benchmarks and validate deployment safety, ensuring high standards acr...

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5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $210K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver full-stack features, enhancing code quality and mentoring junior engineers while owning projects from inception to deployment in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$121K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative fleet payment solutions by leveraging your full-stack expertise. Collaborate across disciplines to design, build, and launch scalable applications that enhance ex...

Portland, MERemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive the implementation and support of automation and orchestration platforms, collaborating with technology teams to enhance processes and develop reusable web applications, ensuring high availabili...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Innovate solutions in software development, driving impactful changes across applications and frameworks. Lead initiatives to enhance functionality, ensure quality, and optimize performance in e-comme...

Indiana, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Innovate with a dynamic team of engineers to shape architecture and drive product expansion as you build reliable software solutions for healthcare, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $290K *

Contribute to building cutting-edge software systems that harness AI to solve real-world operational challenges. Drive technical strategy, collaborate across teams, and develop full-stack solutions in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as you build and maintain integrations that connect security tools to enhance customer workflows. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, deliver, and support reliable solutio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in software innovation while mentoring a high-performing engineering team. Drive technical solutions and ensure project success through hands-on involvement, fostering a culture of con...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by driving innovative cloud engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software development practices, troubleshoot issues, and improve system perf...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping scalable backend systems to enhance pharmacy operations with AI-driven solutions, driving performance and reliability while mentoring engineers and influencing technical dir...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team of software engineers focused on product development and system performance. Engage in coding, debugging, and implementing automated tests while collaborating on algorithms and enh...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$127K - $160K *

Engineer scalable cloud platforms by automating processes and enhancing reliability. Collaborate with teams to streamline deployments and ensure secure, resilient infrastructure that meets evolving bu...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $173K *

Innovate by solving complex problems and building cloud-native solutions. Collaborate in an agile environment, delivering impactful software while utilizing modern technologies related to AI, Java, AW...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Empower your career by delivering AI observability solutions end-to-end. Collaborate with a cross-functional team to enhance user experiences and drive insights into AI systems, shaping the future of...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate your career by developing advanced software for maritime route optimization, focusing on vessel performance, simulation, and algorithm enhancement for government defense applications. Collabo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Java Application Engineer do?question toggle

    A Java Application Engineer develops and maintains software applications using Java. The work can include designing services, building APIs, integrating databases, testing code, resolving production issues, and improving application performance.

  • What skills are commonly required for Java Application Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include Java, object-oriented programming, application design, and experience with frameworks such as Spring. Employers may also look for API development, SQL, testing, cloud services, CI/CD, and knowledge of secure, scalable software practices.

  • How much do Java Application Engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore qualifying Java Application Engineer opportunities and review salary details in individual listings.

  • Where can Java Application Engineers work?question toggle

    Java Application Engineers work in a range of sectors, including finance, healthcare, technology, retail, and government. Many organizations hire them to build and support enterprise applications, digital services, and cloud-based platforms.

  • What career paths can follow a Java Application Engineer role?question toggle

    With experience, Java Application Engineers may move into senior or lead engineering roles, software architecture, platform engineering, or technical management. Career options depend on individual skills, interests, and an employer’s opportunities.