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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$120K - $145K *

Innovate and develop AI-driven healthcare solutions to enhance patient engagement, care coordination, and operational efficiency in a dynamic remote Agile environment, collaborating with cross-functio...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by developing AI-driven healthcare solutions that enhance patient engagement and operational efficiency. Collaborate in a dynamic remote Agile environment to create impactful softw...

Tampa, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$242K - $275K *

Lead and elevate the Database Platform team, driving data architecture, reliability, and team culture for scalable data solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity and operation...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $160K *

Champion the integration of advanced AI in actuarial processes, leading the transition to the Actuarial Technology Platform. Collaborate across teams to enhance financial reporting and pricing while e...

Portland, ORRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming cloud infrastructure for institutional investors. You'll deploy and manage AI solutions across various cloud environments, ensuring security and compliance while collab...

Berkeley, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform data solutions by architecting enterprise-grade pipelines, leading a high-performing team, and embedding best practices to create scalable, robust data environments for analysis and insights...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $135K *

Champion client implementations as a Senior Project Manager, driving projects from inception to deployment. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery, while interfacing w...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance application reliability and performance. Drive automation, establish operational standards, and collaborate across teams to implement SRE principles and improve system r...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $139K *

Develop innovative software solutions by leveraging your expertise in modern frameworks and agile practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and scalability while...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative frontend solutions for a dynamic platform, collaborating with UX designers and developers to deliver high-quality, scalable applications while enhancing user experience and code pe...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$208K - $234K *

Drive the growth of Honeycomb Private Cloud by leading a senior engineering team, enhancing customer relationships, and ensuring operational excellence across multiple engineering domains. Collaborate...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $102K *

Lead the charge in implementing Oracle EBS RICEFs, managing upgrades, and driving technical design. Collaborate on end-to-end project activities, ensuring effective resolution of issues and sharing ex...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $102K *

Join a dynamic team to drive Oracle EBS R12 implementations and enhancements, focusing on RICEF changes and technical solutions, while collaborating closely with business users and technical teams to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Shape financial performance by partnering with leadership, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance across multiple lines of business within a dynamic environment. Drive strategic insights, impro...

Ontario, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $185K *

Shape the future of cloud management by leading a dynamic team in delivering VMware by Broadcom solutions. Drive technical excellence, mentor talent, and ensure high-quality service delivery for enter...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading ServiceNow initiatives, driving innovation while managing projects and collaborating on demos to enhance customer solutions. Engage with teams to ensure alignment with...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions, manage project workstreams, and enhance client relationships. Leverage your expertise in technical development and analytics to tackle complex chal...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $230K *

Lead a team that operationalizes advanced AI security solutions for enterprises, ensuring integration and compliance across environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $195K *

Innovate and lead the design of identity management solutions, ensuring security and integration across platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and manage critical issues in a dyn...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$224K - $356K *

Innovate cutting-edge autonomous driving solutions by developing robust prediction modules. Collaborate with teams to enhance accuracy and efficiency, leveraging advanced ML techniques for diverse dri...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team of Front-End developers, leveraging your expertise in React and TypeScript to build impactful web products for small businesses while guiding technical decisions a...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $139K *

Join a dynamic team to develop full-stack applications that enhance user engagement and drive growth on a global scale, leveraging data and AI to create impactful features for millions of Quora users...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation by leading the design and delivery of scalable software solutions while mentoring developers and optimizing performance across multiple tech stacks...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that transforms B2B commerce in hospitality, crafting impactful software solutions. Leverage your expertise in backend technologies to drive product development, optimize systems, and deli...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $165K *

Shape your career by leading the onboarding and management of engineering tools, ensuring effective integration and sustainability across teams in a dynamic startup environment, fostering innovation a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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.