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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$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation by leveraging your full-stack expertise in Java, Python, and AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain robust software solutions while ensuring hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in full-stack development, collaborating on software design, coding, and testing. Drive quality assurance and user training while resolving production issues to enhance system reliability and m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform software solutions by leading full-stack development, integrating features, and ensuring system stability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance application quality and user exp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $260K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading cross-functional teams to enhance systems, drive AI integration, and establish technical standards that elevate product capabilities and delivery e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Champion the design and development of cutting-edge trading systems, driving innovation and collaboration across teams. Lead technical efforts to build scalable, resilient infrastructure while mentori...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Develop scalable backend services and APIs to enhance investing capabilities. Lead technical initiatives, mentor engineers, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that impro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to develop scalable backend services and APIs, enhancing client experiences. Lead technical initiatives, mentor engineers, and drive innovative solutions in a collaborative environ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Advance technology at scale by designing and enhancing backend services, APIs, and cloud solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative applications that improve performance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Optimize software solutions by developing, testing, and documenting applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to capture requirements and enhance system performance, ensuring seamless integration an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower our team by leveraging your Java Full Stack expertise to develop innovative software solutions, enhance user experiences, and support seamless integration within cloud environments, driving pr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive software development by capturing user needs, documenting requirements, and enhancing applications. Collaborate in design discussions, execute test plans, and ensure smooth integration of new fe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing core services and APIs for critical financial applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions while leveraging AI technologies to enha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining financial technology by developing core services and APIs for critical wealth management applications. Lead projects, mentor engineers, and leverage AI tools to enhance p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $127K *

Advance enterprise application development by leveraging Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and AWS. Collaborate in Agile teams to build, deploy, and optimize scalable solutions while ensuring high-qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by designing and developing scalable enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software solutions, ensuring quality and stability throughout the SD...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by collaborating on software solutions, capturing user needs, and enhancing application performance through innovative design and testing methodologies. Join a dynamic team focused on...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Build innovative enterprise applications using Java and microservices. Collaborate with teams to capture requirements, develop software, and enhance performance while ensuring secure and resilient sol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by driving innovative software solutions through collaboration, coding, and design. Engage with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and deliver high-quality applic...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by contributing to software design, coding, and testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and maintain high software quality standards in a dyn...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate your career as you lead software design and development, ensuring quality and stability in applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and enhance...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $210K *

Innovate and develop robust software for autonomous spacecraft operations, tackling complex challenges in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect and implement miss...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that delivers trusted technology products while innovating solutions. As a Software Engineer III, you'll design, develop, and maintain high-quality software in a dynamic environment, lever...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Empower your software engineering career by joining our agile team to design and deliver secure, scalable technology solutions. Collaborate across multiple areas to drive innovation and advance our bu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Innovate software solutions and lead AI-assisted engineering practices in an agile team. Drive robust, scalable, and secure technology products while enhancing coding standards and practices across mu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop scalable cloud-native applications using Java, Spring Boot, React, and Node.js, enhancing Workforce Management and Customer Experience solutions through innov...

2 weeks 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.