Lead Java Software Engineer Jobs

Welcome to the Lead Java Software Engineer jobs category on Ladders. This is your hub for finding lucrative, high-paying job opportunities in leading organizations. We are dedicated to finding and providing the best career options that pay over $100,000.

Job Outlook and Opportunities

The position of a Lead Java Software Engineer is highly sought-after. Lead Java Software Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and managing Java-based applications, and leading a team of software engineers.

Skills and Qualifications

Lead Java Software Engineers typically require a strong understanding of Java, as well as experience in software development, project management, and leadership skills.

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$95K - $115K *

Oversee the Agile Release Train operations, facilitating PI Planning and cross-team ceremonies to ensure timely delivery of business value while managing dependencies and promoting continuous improvem...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in orchestrating Agile Release Train (ART) operations, synchronizing cross-functional teams to ensure effective PI Planning, continuous improvement, and predictable delivery of busines...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of security by owning and enhancing cloud and application safety. Leverage AI to automate threat detection, manage incidents, and secure corporate environments while collaborating acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Join a team that's passionate about impacting nonprofits. Design and build full-stack software solutions while collaborating closely with product managers and designers to deliver exceptional user exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $220K *

Lead the engineering excellence of enterprise eCommerce and portal platforms, ensuring high performance and security. Collaborate across teams to design, develop, and modernize digital applications th...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$155K - $170K *

Innovate your career as a Senior Full Stack Engineer, designing features in both Rails and Go services. Own the entire development lifecycle and deliver solutions in a high-stakes, AI-enhanced environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive enterprise growth through technical strategy, ownership of pre-sales cycles, and development of repeatable processes. Be a key player in shaping strategies that resonate with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $135K *

Drive innovation in podcasting by expanding our subscription platform. As a creative developer, enhance user experiences, influence our tech stack, and support creators in achieving financial sustaina...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $137K *

Innovate release engineering processes by designing automated CI/CD workflows. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to enhance software delivery quality and reliability, ensuring effective manag...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize internal developer platforms to enhance productivity and workflows for engineering teams. Spearhead initiatives in CLI tooling, CI/CD, and shared libraries while collaborating closely with cr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $270K *

Tackle the complexities of backend engineering by developing robust API integrations, building ETL pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring software quality by applying testing expertise across complex applications. Collaborate with teams to execute test plans, analyze results, and uphold industry compliance wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving technology forward by leading complex projects and mentoring engineers. Elevate our product through innovation, collaboration, and a focus on quality, ensuring we deliver sc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $297K *

Drive a team of engineers to deliver innovative solutions and foster a high-performance culture by empowering individuals to excel and aligning technical execution with business objectives, ensuring i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by shaping technical strategies and driving large-scale programs that enhance the Analytics Platform, ensuring seamless cross-organization collaboration and delivering reliable soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that champions innovative digital solutions and AI-driven project delivery. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll lead complex projects, optimize teams, and nurture client relationships to d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$173K - $225K *

Optimize the delivery of enterprise software products by leading cross-functional teams in design, development, and technical architecture while ensuring high standards for quality and performance to...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $225K *

Lead platform development and engineering teams to design, optimize, and deliver scalable solutions for enterprise environments, enhancing user experiences while driving technology innovation and team...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Grow your engineering expertise by tackling complex projects that enhance our grading software ecosystem. Collaborate across teams to design, build, and optimize backend and frontend systems, ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Lead the architectural evolution of a key enterprise application, transforming it into an end-to-end mobile solution. Drive technical direction and elevate platform performance across sales and operat...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative solutions for cutting-edge AI acceleration. Drive strategic customer engagements, optimize performance, and co-develop industry-leading applications within a fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $215K *

Empower innovation by architecting agentic AI-driven systems that transform tech financing. Collaborate with diverse teams to create scalable, full-stack solutions focused on credit risk, underwriting...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $214K *

Drive the evolution of our SaaS platform as a Senior Developer focused on enhancing IT insights and governance, collaborating in a dynamic team to build scalable solutions that tackle modern challenge...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $287K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge agent-side systems for GPU health monitoring, telemetry, and observability, while enhancing the reliability of NVIDIA's GPU fleet and collaborating across te...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead data engineering initiatives by designing robust data infrastructure and orchestration models to drive analytics. Collaborate with engineering and business partners to create scalable data soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Lead Java Software Engineer do?question toggle

    A Lead Java Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and managing Java-based applications, as well as leading a team of software engineers.

  • What qualifications do I need to become a Lead Java Software Engineer?question toggle

    Lead Java Software Engineers typically require a strong understanding of Java, prior experience in software development, and leadership skills.

  • What professional opportunities are available for Lead Java Software Engineers?question toggle

    Lead Java Software Engineers can work in a variety of industries, including software companies, financial institutions, and tech consulting firms. They can also advance to roles like Director of Software Engineering and CTO.