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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$188K - $242K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical solutions for partner integrations, enhancing developer experiences through innovative SDKs, documentation, and automation. Drive impactful projects from design t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you design and develop mission-critical software for spacecraft, collaborating across teams to enhance autonomous systems and ensure reliable operations throughout every...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive innovative web application development while enhancing client satisfaction and teamwork. Collaborate on requirements gathering, coding, testing, and maintenance, ensuring quality and understandi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $145K *

Develop, optimize, and modernize innovative software solutions while leading system analysis and programming efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery and maintain high-quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing and modernizing a robust Windows application, collaborating across teams to deliver reliable solutions and tackle complex engineering challenges while shaping user experi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in providing comprehensive application and systems support, enhancing performance and reliability for critical correctional management systems while collaborating with cross-functional...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Reimagine software engineering by leading agile teams to develop innovative, secure, and scalable technology solutions that drive business success and operational stability across diverse functions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $188K *

Drive innovation and excellence by leading the development of scalable Java full stack applications. Collaborate and guide a team in creating impactful solutions in a dynamic enterprise environment wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform enterprise investment servicing applications by developing Java solutions, optimizing Oracle databases, and designing ETL workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data integration...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive innovative software solutions, enhance system stability, and lead architectural decisions. Leverage your expertise in microservices and event-driven architectures to d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$55K - $113K *

Collaborate with dynamic teams to deliver transformative technology solutions. Drive innovation, enhance systems, and support client needs across diverse projects in a fast-paced environment, utilizin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of commercial lending technology by leading innovative solutions, guiding engineering teams, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver scalable results and enhance operational ef...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Engineer cutting-edge trading systems as a C++ Developer, driving performance and innovation. Collaborate with portfolio managers to enhance trading infrastructure and contribute to our next generatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming the future of software engineering by developing AI-driven features and maintaining scalable microservices. Your expertise will enhance our core product, driving effici...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $250K *

Lead the charge in enhancing and building next-gen trading platforms through high-performance C++ development. Collaborate with portfolio managers to create critical trading infrastructure and optimiz...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Help us enhance cutting-edge trading platforms by writing high-performance C++ code, implementing critical infrastructure, and collaborating with portfolio managers to adapt systems for next-gen solut...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Lead the development of cutting-edge trading platforms by writing high-performance C++ code, collaborating closely with portfolio managers, enhancing critical infrastructure, and adapting systems for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance innovation in medical imaging by designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions for Computed Tomography systems. Collaborate across teams to translate clinical needs in...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$202K - $224K *

Champion innovative solutions by leading cross-functional technical projects that enhance autonomous vehicle platform features and drive business growth through effective collaboration and engineering...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Drive innovative solutions by creating features leveraging AV data, collaborating across teams to enhance business growth and engineering quality while overseeing projects from inception to completion...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mobile applications by building scalable systems that enhance user experiences. Collaborate across functions to drive technical strategy and cultivate a cultur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mobile experiences by building robust systems for high-demand applications. Collaborate with experts to drive impactful solutions that serve millions across di...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Innovate impactful solutions for large-scale software systems that enhance user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical strategy and architectural excellence, optimizing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $90K *

Contribute to impactful IT projects by developing, testing, and maintaining Java applications. Collaborate with teams to translate business needs into technical solutions while ensuring system securit...

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of financial technology by developing a robust margin calculation platform. Collaborate with a global team to deliver high-quality backend components using Java and Angular, ensuring...

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  •   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.