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 *

Unlock potential by leading software development efforts to enhance technology solutions. Collaborate within an agile team to implement innovative practices and drive improvements that align with busi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of secure technology solutions. As a key player in software engineering, you'll enhance processes, drive innovative practices, and collaborate on cutting-edge too...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Transform the testing landscape by developing and maintaining advanced applications, validating systems, and troubleshooting complex issues in HVAC and automation environments. Collaborate with teams...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI-native security solutions by architecting scalable systems that address real-world challenges faced by global teams, while promoting collaboration and efficiency in a dynamic en...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $137K *

Transform customer needs into innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining full-stack applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and op...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $188K *

Join a team that's redefining application security by enhancing authentication systems. You'll engineer solutions, automate processes, and collaborate across teams to ensure robust security and high a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $197K *

Tackle exciting challenges in high-performance computing and electronic trading by leveraging your low-level programming expertise, driving solutions in a collaborative environment focused on innovati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $225K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Cloud Software Engineering, developing and enhancing complex Big-Data systems. Collaborate with teams to optimize back-end processing and ensure high-quality so...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $225K *

Contribute to the development and enhancement of complex Big-Data Cloud systems. Engage in all stages of back-end processing, leveraging expertise in Cloud Computing and Hadoop to deliver innovative s...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$202K - $224K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of code infrastructure, ensuring stability and efficiency for thousands of engineers. Drive impactful projects from design to deployment while enhancing developer...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Elevate developer productivity by owning and enhancing code hosting and review platforms. Drive projects from inception to deployment, ensuring system stability and a seamless experience for thousands...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Champion innovation by owning and evolving code hosting and review platforms, ensuring stability and efficiency for thousands of engineers. Drive projects from conception to deployment while enhancing...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Build and enhance robust code hosting and review platforms, ensuring stability and efficiency for thousands of engineers. Drive projects from conception to deployment while improving developer experie...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Help us drive innovation as a Senior Applications Engineer, providing technical leadership and support for semiconductor test systems. Collaborate with customers to deliver tailored solutions and ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $209K *

Engineer scalable, resilient distributed systems. Optimize performance, implement fault tolerance, and ensure compliance while collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency and security...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Transform distributed systems by designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable components. Enhance service reliability and performance through advanced testing, automation, and security practices w...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Innovate scalable, resilient distributed systems by designing, implementing, and optimizing components. Collaborate on fault-tolerant solutions, enhance performance, and ensure compliance while proact...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Elevate your career by designing and optimizing high-performance GPU systems for AI/ML workloads. Collaborate on innovative solutions that enhance scalability and resilience in distributed environment...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Join a dynamic team to design and build scalable cloud solutions, enhancing high-availability systems. Collaborate across teams to innovate and improve customer experiences while tackling complex chal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $145K *

Drive the establishment of Applications Engineering support for advanced-node customers, executing technical projects and fostering customer relationships throughout the ramp-up and maturation of high...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of cloud application development by modernizing MATLAB's architecture. Leverage your expertise to influence design decisions, mentor junior engineers, and deliver impactful enhancemen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading full-stack development of AI-native applications. Engage in architecting robust backend systems and vibrant frontend experiences while mentoring engineers and driving moder...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by developing scalable backend services and intuitive frontends. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance risk data insights using .NET, Angular, and AWS, while integrating AI tools...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing complex software solutions. Collaborate with engineers to enhance system performance and ensure quality control. Lead projects and integrate advanced techn...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $144K *

Elevate your career by bridging customer needs with technical solutions. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product performance and provide exceptional support, ensuring customer satisfacti...

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  •   Less than 5 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.