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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$202K - $253K *

Drive the modernization and scalability of B2B platforms while mentoring teams. Lead architectural designs and optimize complex systems for performance and reliability, ensuring robust capabilities fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive innovation by collaborating with teams to enhance software frameworks, automate systems, and optimize workflows. Your role will amplify productivity and ensure efficient delivery of high-perform...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $152K *

Innovate with us by engaging in multifaceted software development, improving backend services, APIs, and data systems. Collaborate across teams to solve real-world problems while gaining expertise in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $202K *

Drive impactful backend development initiatives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, owning complex platform workstreams from design to launch while ensuring compliance and operational excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join us to shape the future of financial auditing through innovative, AI-driven solutions. As a key engineer, you’ll tackle complex challenges, guide technical direction, and collaborate with diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Elevate operational capabilities by enhancing CI/CD pipelines and automating infrastructure across AWS and Kubernetes, partnering with engineering teams to drive efficiency and reliability throughout...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Innovate in a remote setting while developing cutting-edge applications. Collaborate in Agile teams, tackling complex challenges and optimizing enterprise web solutions for diverse clients. Your exper...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead, mentor, and contribute to engineering excellence while managing a team of engineers. Spearhead complex software projects across diverse tech stacks and drive technical solutions that deliver val...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's scaling innovative distributed systems across our platform, shaping technical frameworks, and driving organizational growth while collaborating with talented engineers in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Create high-quality software solutions by designing, developing, and debugging applications. Collaborate effectively, contribute to complex projects, and lead junior engineers while maintaining high c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $230K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role overseeing complex architectures, advocating best practices, and developing secure, scalable solutions for healthcare systems. Collaborate with teams to bridge dat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead and shape the engineering team while actively coding and driving delivery of scalable solutions. Oversee development processes and integrate AI to enhance product innovation in a dynamic, fast-pa...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $244K *

Elevate production environments by serving as the key technical liaison for product teams. Optimize containerization processes and collaborate closely with platform teams to ensure seamless integratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $260K *

Lead the engineering transformation and optimize high-performance platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate solutions and mentor engineers while ensuring deliverables meet quality and perf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Unlock the future of Python development by designing internal libraries and optimizing the tech stack to enhance scalability and performance while collaborating across teams and implementing best prac...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $335K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing autonomous vehicle mapping systems. As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll lead the design and implementation of scalable distributed systems, collaborating across tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $267K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our multi-cloud compute infrastructure through innovative software solutions, while ensuring optimal performance and high availability for millions of users across the glo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $200K *

Pioneer the development of innovative software systems, leading architecture and design while collaborating across teams to deliver solutions that enhance quality and advance technical excellence in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $235K *

Drive the design and development of secure, scalable software solutions by overseeing cross-functional initiatives and guiding teams to deliver high-quality systems across regulated industries...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $261K *

The Senior Software Engineer will focus on developing and optimizing distributed training solutions for machine learning models using AWS Neuron, specifically targeting large-scale models like GPT and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Innovate and drive user-focused web applications as a Software Developer. Join a dynamic Agile team to enhance retail sales operations leveraging your expertise in C#, .NET Core, and modern web techno...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform complex workflows into scalable solutions by leveraging AI in software development. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver production-grade applications and data integrat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Lead the charge in architecting and implementing scalable software solutions while mentoring a talented team of engineers. Drive engineering excellence across multiple projects and collaborate cross-f...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of shared services by developing robust APIs and backend solutions in a cloud-native environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and elevate your coding...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud-native applications. Lead the design and development of innovative software solutions while collaborating with a talented group of engineers in a fully r...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.