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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$96K - $145K *

Champion the development of innovative applications by leveraging your expertise in full-stack technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system functionality and drive successfu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $129K *

Partner with us to enhance customer experience by applying advanced optical inspection technologies. Travel to client sites for training, troubleshooting, and support, while optimizing product perform...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Transform the cloud infrastructure landscape by ensuring reliability, scalability, and automation in production systems. Collaborate with engineers to build robust solutions that enhance observability...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $116K *

Empower progress at the core of payment processing by developing and deploying production code. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance transaction routing systems and gain hands-on experience in...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$202K - $224K *

Shape the future of experimentation by developing robust systems that empower teams to make data-driven decisions, enhancing product iterations across diverse platforms and driving impactful business...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering by developing innovative, secure, and scalable solutions. Collaborate in an agile environment to enhance technology products while gaining valuable s...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $148K *

Empower your career by leading the design and development of innovative Java applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance enterprise solutions and mentor fellow developers in a fast-paced...

Today

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

$96K - $148K *

Transform your career by leading the development of innovative Java applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance enterprise solutions and mentor fellow developers in a fast-paced, tech-dri...

Today

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

$120K - $145K *

Elevate software quality by leveraging AI-driven test automation solutions. In this role, you'll design scalable frameworks, integrate Generative AI, and collaborate with teams to enhance testing effi...

Georgia, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $148K *

Lead the charge in developing and deploying innovative Java applications, shaping the tech landscape through collaboration and mentorship in a dynamic environment focused on excellence and strategic a...

Today

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

$90K - $110K *

Inspire growth by joining a dynamic engineering team, shaping office culture, and driving innovative solutions across the tech stack in a fast-paced, high-growth environment...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $194K *

Help us design and deliver innovative solutions using machine learning and big data technologies. Collaborate with teams to build secure, scalable systems that empower field teams with actionable inte...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Champion project success by designing HVAC control systems, developing engineering solutions, and ensuring compliance with client standards, whilst driving team collaboration and client satisfaction t...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $250K *

Engineer seamless production support for critical trading and messaging platforms. Collaborate globally to enhance operational readiness, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement event-driven integr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge low-latency trading systems, driving innovation in our Smart Order Router. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance trading capabilities and ensure o...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $156K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Loan IQ SDK Developer, driving innovative solutions within the Finastra Loan IQ platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance and support commercial le...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative cloud-based software solutions while collaborating closely with teams to enhance user experiences and drive technical direction. Lead complex projects and mentor junior developers...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Champion automated testing for vital communication paths, ensuring reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance test suites for mobile and firmware, ultimately safeguarding emergenc...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of real-time communication by leading the development of innovative Android applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that enha...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$148K - $192K *

Develop robust financial analytics software by combining engineering prowess with quantitative analysis. Collaborate with a talented team to optimize model performance for high-profile clients in the...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $154K *

Explore complex software engineering in finance through strong analytics and modeling. Collaborate with seasoned developers to enhance real-time financial data applications for leading financial insti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $154K *

Transform financial analytics by developing and optimizing robust software for modeling diverse financial instruments, collaborating with experts while delivering exceptional client support and docume...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $192K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team of experts in financial technology, focused on developing cutting-edge quantitative models and software applications. Collaborate in optimizing systems that empowe...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $154K *

Explore your potential as you leverage your software engineering expertise in financial analytics. Collaborate with top professionals in the industry to optimize performance and model financial instru...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $154K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge financial analytics software while collaborating with an expert team. Your role involves modeling financial instruments, enhancing accuracy, and supporting lea...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.