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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$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Customer Success Architect, focusing on AI adoption. Lead complex engagements, design tailored solutions, and drive measurable outcomes for enterprise clients, bridging...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy distribution tools. Leverage your software engineering expertise to develop, enhance, and integrate solutions while mentoring junior developers and coll...

Spokane, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $170K *

Lead and manage the Open Syllabus engineering team, driving project delivery while contributing hands-on with Python coding and data analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize roadmaps and...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$150K - $230K *

Architect system-level requirements and verification plans for a complex aerospace program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure coherent design and integration across multiple engineerin...

Huntsville, ALRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $170K *

Transform backend services and APIs for high-volume interactions, ensuring reliability and performance. Drive platform evolution through hands-on design and implementation, collaborating with cross-fu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $261K *

Transform the infrastructure landscape by architecting and scaling a Kubernetes-based platform that enables rapid deployment of innovative robotics solutions while mentoring engineers across teams to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Accelerate automation initiatives by developing end-to-end solutions using Ansible, Python, and RESTful APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compl...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Drive automation excellence by developing robust solutions that enhance infrastructure efficiency and enable self-service across the organization, supporting strategic initiatives for the Federal Rese...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of AI computing. Leverage your expertise in neural networks and machine learning to design innovative solutions and enhance performance across advanced systems...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $219K *

Transform the monetization landscape by leading product strategies that drive market success. Collaborate across diverse product lines to enhance pricing models and optimize profitability, ensuring im...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$238K - $280K *

Lead the charge in developing autonomous attack workflows for external surfaces, leveraging your expertise to enhance reconnaissance capabilities and mentor engineers while driving strategic technical...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $200K *

Reimagine the user experience by building scalable, data-driven solutions in a collaborative environment. Leverage your skills in full-stack development to enhance our experimentation platform while t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer robust AML transaction monitoring solutions, enhancing detection capabilities and minimizing false positives. Collaborate on compliance initiatives, optimize scenarios, and support regulatory...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success by leading consulting engagements from kickoff to acceptance. Manage budgets, schedules, and client communication while fostering effective delivery processes and team collabo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Architect the future of our GTM technology ecosystem, enhancing data integrity and operational excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive scalable solutions that elevate marketing, sales, and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$121K - $145K *

Lead the design and development of high-performance web applications, integrating with backend services to enhance customer experiences and streamline operations across various platforms, focusing on...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Lead data architecture initiatives by optimizing serverless data pipelines and enhancing analytics capabilities through AWS services like SageMaker and Glue. Collaborate on data lakes and AI integrati...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Lead the design and development of robust backend services for secure satellite communications. Collaborate across teams to implement scalable architectures, automate processes, and ensure compliance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop scalable Ruby on Rails applications and RESTful APIs, enhancing healthcare solutions in a collaborative Agile environment. Leverage your expertise to drive im...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $180K *

Help us transform healthcare solutions as you engage with clients, translate complex AI capabilities into actionable plans, and drive successful implementations within a collaborative environment focu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Engine Programmer, where you'll design and optimize core game engine systems, collaborating with external developers to enhance performance across multiple games. You...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$159K - $215K *

Take ownership of Windows endpoint reliability and lifecycle management. Enhance provisioning, patching, and automation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and mentor...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $170K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Windows endpoint reliability and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices, mentor peers, and drive improvements in application deliv...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading technical direction in autonomy systems. Drive ownership of advanced perception, prediction, and planning components with cross-stack influence, facilitating innovation and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$114K - $152K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving product delivery through strong customer insights and effective collaboration with engineering and business teams, ensuring optimal integration experiences acro...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.