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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$71K - $125K *

Advance your career by developing and supporting software solutions, ensuring system performance and client satisfaction while collaborating with a dynamic team. Embrace mentorship and contribute to c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team of engineers to build innovative AI-driven healthcare solutions. Take ownership of full-stack projects, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, relia...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading software design and development, ensuring quality and stability in applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions and enhance system reliabili...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform software solutions by leading design discussions, coding, and testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and maintain high-quality standards throughout th...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $310K *

Elevate backend systems to scale for millions of users while ensuring performance and reliability. Collaborate across teams to create innovative features that enhance content sharing and real-time edi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $165K *

Drive the foundation of a resilient platform by designing and maintaining backend services. Collaborate across teams to enhance developer experience and elevate engineering quality, impacting product...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Engage with us to design and optimize scalable distributed systems, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate on automation, incident response, and security while enhancing operational readine...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the software development lifecycle by building scalable tools and automation solutions. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance productivity and streamline processes, ensuring high-qua...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $196K *

Deliver innovative technology solutions to manage counterparty credit risk, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance capital markets operations and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks. Lead...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $196K *

Develop scalable technology solutions to manage counterparty credit risk, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure effective risk management and compliance within capital markets and investment banki...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $129K *

Transform e-commerce by designing and building scalable applications that enhance user experience, collaborating across teams to deliver high-performance solutions that serve millions with fresh food...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $145K *

Join our team to drive the development and operation of features that enhance educators' capabilities for managing English Learner programs, working full-stack from design through deployment and beyon...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of innovative cloud-native applications and collaborate across teams to create robust solutions using cutting-edge technologies in Java, ensuring quality and efficiency throughout...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building impactful software features that enhance educators' management of English Learner programs, taking ownership from design to operation in a full-stack environment utilizing...

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

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on delivering innovative technical solutions. As a key advisor, you'll guide internal teams through complex integrations, ensuring operational efficiency a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by designing, coding, and testing software solutions in a collaborative environment. Engage in agile practices while addressing defined problems and ensuring software standards are me...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate software development and technical leadership across IT initiatives, ensuring system reliability and performance while mentoring engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Launch innovative software solutions in a dynamic environment, collaborating closely with founders to drive product development. Tackle complex engineering challenges, impacting both product direction...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $130K *

Contribute to building innovative applications for the legal industry, enhancing lien resolution processes. Collaborate across a growing team to implement scalable solutions using Python/Django and Re...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $230K *

Join a team that's transforming federal solutions by building scalable, secure applications. Collaborate with AI engineers to deliver high-quality software that meets mission-critical needs across div...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion cutting-edge fullstack software development by architecting scalable solutions and driving innovation across both frontend and backend systems while mentoring emerging talent and enhancing te...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $268K *

Create high-performance software for advanced driver assist systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and reliability of core libraries, while adhering to automot...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$179K - $268K *

Deliver high-performance software solutions for advanced driver assist systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration of autonomy functions, design efficient software components, and...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$179K - $268K *

Unlock potential by designing high-performance software for advanced driver assist systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and testing within real-time enviro...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic manufacturing team, tackling engineering challenges on the factory floor. Engage in problem-solving, ensuring seamless communication and documentation to enhance build efficiency in pre...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.