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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$158K - $248K *

Lead the charge in shaping cutting-edge AI solutions for clients by setting the technical direction, building innovative systems, and guiding product integration, all while mentoring engineers and inf...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $134K *

Transform enterprise applications by developing and enhancing Oracle APEX components, integrating cloud technologies, and collaborating with teams to deliver secure, efficient solutions that meet busi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $134K *

Develop and enhance Oracle Cloud applications by collaborating with teams to design, build, and support secure enterprise solutions. Gain hands-on experience with Oracle technologies while contributin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $151K *

Engineers robust SAP applications through technical design, development, and collaboration. Shape comprehensive solutions while maintaining clean core standards and enhancing integrations, ensuring to...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$157K - $361K *

Elevate your career by leading AI innovations that enhance product performance and drive data insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced machine learning models, ensuring sc...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $361K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by designing and deploying advanced machine learning models. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and mentor junior engineers, driving impactful pro...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $361K *

Unlock your potential as a senior AI Engineer, driving innovation through advanced machine learning and data analysis. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product performance and lead impactful...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $361K *

Drive your career with a senior AI Engineer role focused on developing advanced algorithms and machine learning models. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and lead innovative AI s...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $270K *

Drive the technical direction for security in a high-scale, customer-facing API environment. Lead architecture for access decisions, ensuring clarity and performance while collaborating across teams t...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform enterprise-level applications by developing, enhancing, and maintaining SCM systems. Collaborate with teams to deliver robust solutions using Java, Spring Boot, React, and SQL Server, ensuri...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $310K *

Transform user experiences by optimizing onboarding and monetization features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive growth metrics through data-driven experimentation and full-stack develo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $236K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge AI systems that transform expert solutions across legal, tax, and compliance sectors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and scale enterprise-gra...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $188K *

Shape the future of cloud-based investment solutions by architecting and implementing scalable, high-performance platform infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate within a dynamic team by developing, analyzing, and maintaining software applications and reporting systems that drive business success and improvements across the organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Optimize application development by designing and maintaining scalable microservices for a high-availability platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative e-commerce paymen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by designing and developing scalable microservices for a high-availability platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative e-commerce payment solutions wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality software solutions by leveraging deep expertise in Java and modern architecture. Collaborate across teams to innovate and optimize performance, while mentoring junior developers and ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the mobile landscape by developing user-centric applications for iOS and Android using React Native, ensuring top-notch performance, security, and maintainability while collaborating across...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our cutting-edge platform by leading backend development, enhancing performance, and mentoring team members, ensuring high standards in coding and architecture to drive success...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $110K *

Elevate your career by developing mission-critical applications in a dynamic team. Contribute to both frontend and backend solutions while ensuring quality and reliability in AWS environments for the...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and development of lithium-ion battery packs, managing product validation and ensuring on-time product launches. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to balance safety, performan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead development of software applications utilizing Java and modern web frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment to enhance application architecture and provide prod...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$142K - $196K *

Innovate and optimize scalable backend systems that drive efficient marketplace decisioning and monetization strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experiences and leverage cutting-edge...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of scalable, cloud-based client data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure operational readines...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Discover your potential as a senior engineer shaping innovative cloud applications. Lead cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions, driving excellence and fostering a culture of collaboratio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.