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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$106K - $284K *

Lead product excellence by defining analytics initiatives, managing execution, and enhancing member experience through data-driven insights, collaboration, and innovation with cross-functional teams...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $185K *

Lead the development of innovative AI products that empower job seekers with evidence-based coaching and actionable insights, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to shape impactful...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by leading the analytics data platform. Drive technical strategy, enhance data quality, and mentor peers while ensuring reliable access to trusted data f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing SAP SuccessFactors configuration and analytics. You'll be the go-to expert for Employee Central, Position Management, and Compensation, ensuring system integ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure solutions on Azure, focusing on Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production services, ensuring high availabil...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $270K *

Lead the charge in developing next-gen AI systems that enhance contact center operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to design, deploy, and optimize scalable machine learning solutions while mento...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team to lead software development initiatives, ensuring on-time project delivery while leveraging COBOL and mainframe expertise to support impactful defense payroll systems. Drive innov...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$162K - $290K *

Drive innovation in quality engineering by leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance test infrastructure and ensure scalable, reliable, and high-quality customer experiences across our cloud solutio...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $209K *

Join a team that's redefining data architecture and analytics. Leverage your expertise to drive cloud adoption, modernize data platforms, and influence strategic initiatives that empower data-driven d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage your expertise to lead complex HL7 integrations across healthcare systems, enhancing interoperability and data-sharing capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful implement...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $95K *

Engineer secure enterprise infrastructure by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures across on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring compliance with industry standards an...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you architect AI solutions, collaborating closely with enterprise clients to deliver impactful results. Leverage your engineering expertise to tackle complex challenges and ensu...

Atlanta, GARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deliver AI solutions. This multifaceted role combines consulting, engineering, and operational expertise to drive impactful results...

Louisiana, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you tackle complex AI challenges, embedding with enterprise clients to architect and deliver robust solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to ensure production success a...

Concord, NHRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise challenges into AI solutions by embedding with teams, architecting systems, and ensuring production success. Balance consulting, engineering, and operational roles to deliver impa...

Bismarck, NDRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deliver AI solutions. Engage directly with clients, tackle complex challenges, and ensure production success in regulated indust...

Phoenix, AZRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining AI solutions by embedding with clients, architecting systems, and ensuring robust delivery. Collaborate across roles to tackle complex challenges and drive impactful resu...

Memphis, TNRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Explore the intersection of engineering and consulting as you embed with enterprise teams, architect AI solutions, and ensure their success in production environments. Drive impactful change in regula...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise challenges into AI-driven solutions. Collaborate closely with clients to architect, build, and sustain impactful systems that thrive in production environmen...

Little Rock, ARRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and deploy AI solutions, collaborating closely with enterprise clients. Leverage your engineering expertise to transform complex business challenges into reliable, pro...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining AI solutions by embedding with clients, architecting systems, and ensuring production success. Leverage your engineering expertise to tackle complex challenges in regulat...

Harrisburg, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower enterprise teams by architecting and deploying AI solutions, ensuring robust performance in production. Collaborate closely with clients to tackle complex challenges and deliver impactful resu...

Charleston, WVRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the integration of AI solutions by embedding with enterprise teams, architecting systems, and ensuring robust delivery in production environments. Drive impactful conversations and deliver re...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join us to tackle complex AI challenges by embedding with enterprise teams, architecting robust solutions, and ensuring production readiness. Your expertise will drive impactful results in regulated i...

Madison, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform complex business challenges into AI-driven solutions by embedding with enterprise teams, architecting systems, and ensuring robust production delivery. Engage with stakeholders to drive impa...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.