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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$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of mobile technology by building impactful applications for frontline workers. Drive the entire production process, enhance automated testing, and revolutionize how we deliver and mon...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by architecting and scaling a cutting-edge test automation platform. Collaborate with developers to enhance testing workflows, ensuring high-quality implementations in a dynamic softw...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $175K *

Shape the future of the Ontology Platform by driving data engineering initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, and managing onboarding processes for new data source...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $195K *

Elevate your impact as a technical lead shaping the scanner platform's architecture and reliability. Drive engineering excellence in observability and collaborate with diverse teams to ensure robust i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $141K *

Support the development and maintenance of user-friendly application features using TypeScript, React, and Rust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software performance and reliability...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Unlock the potential of autonomous vehicles by developing motion planning components. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and test high-performance software that enhances on-road performanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$168K - $227K *

Empower innovation by designing and developing security features for a cloud-scale log analytics platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance user data protection and optimize system performan...

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

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative analytics solutions, ensuring data integrity and operational success. Collaborate with a talented team, leveraging Pig and PySpark to enhance user data experiences while supporting da...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to modernizing critical systems for state agencies. Leverage your expertise in applications development to drive innovation and enhance service delivery while fostering pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $216K *

Transform premium user experiences by owning the development and maintenance of features that drive revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, AI-enhanced solutio...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $270K *

The Staff Embedded Application Software Engineer at Axon will lead critical software engineering initiatives and set the strategic technical direction across multiple embedded product lines. This role...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our agile team by enhancing and delivering software solutions that drive innovation and stability in AI/ML data platforms. Collaborate to design, develop, and troubleshoot appli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Transform mission-critical software delivery by developing Java applications, utilizing modern tools, and supporting both backend and limited UI tasks in secure environments. Collaborate with a dedica...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing, developing, and implementing innovative applications for global payment systems using advanced technologies and frameworks, enhancing client relationships and operationa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$186K - $266K *

Unlock powerful app experiences by optimizing native runtime performance for connected TVs. Leverage modern C++ and Rust in a hands-on role, collaborating with a small team to enhance speed and effici...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of autonomous systems, developing innovative software for aerial and ground robotics. Collaborate to create cutting-edge solutions that operate independently...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead innovative software solutions by enhancing cloud engineering and DevOps practices. Collaborate with agile teams to deliver secure, scalable technology products while mentoring engineers and drivi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$202K - $224K *

Drive product innovation as a Senior Software Engineer, leading cross-functional projects to enhance key metrics in the Autonomous Vehicle space while ensuring platform reliability and stability...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Autonomous Vehicle technology. Lead key software projects that enhance user experience, boost business metrics, and improve platform stability through strategi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Accelerate your career by designing innovative systems that optimize machine learning models. Lead cross-functional collaboration, mentor talent, and tackle complex engineering challenges to drive eff...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Design and build scalable AI-powered search infrastructure, focusing on backend systems, LLM integration, and performance optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance search experi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Shape the future of AI-powered search by designing scalable backend systems that enhance retrieval, ranking, and personalization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Transform complex challenges into scalable solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, driving impactful projects that enhance system performance and reliability across a global marketplace. Collaborate...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$174K - $252K *

Transform your career by leading software development projects, enhancing solutions, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality products. Utilize your expertise in programming and design to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $150K *

Contribute to the design and development of scalable Java applications for government systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality solutions while adhering to compliance and...

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.