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      How much does Software Engineer Java Developer make?

      Total pay range
      $126K - $204K/yr
      $159K/yrMedian total pay
      Pay breakdown
      $99K - $154K/yrBase pay
      $27K - $50K/yrAdditional pay

      About our data

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      Last updated Apr 10, 2025842 Salaries submitted
      How accurate is a total pay range of $126K-$204K/yr?
      Your input helps Glassdoor refine our pay estimates over time.

      Total pay trajectory

      Java Developer
      $93K–$154K/yr
      Java Developer IV
      $117K–$183K/yr
      Senior Java Developer
      $131K–$222K/yr

      Frequently asked questions about Software Engineer - Java Developer salaries

      • The average salary for Software Engineer - Java Developer is $159,180 per year or $77 per hour, with top earners making up to $252,809 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $125,885 (25th percentile) to $203,826 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 842 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Software Engineer - Java Developer employees.
      • The highest salary for Software Engineer - Java Developer is $203,826 per year, $16,985 per month or $98 per hour.
      • The lowest salary for Software Engineer - Java Developer is $125,885 per year, $10,490 per month or $61 per hour.
      • The salary trajectory of Software Engineer - Java Developer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $104,401 per year (estimate) and goes up to $374,058 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.

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      Recent salaries shared by Software Engineer Java Developer

      50 salaries

      Job Title | Years of Experience
      Total Pay
      Base • Additional pay
      Location
      Date submitted
      Job Title | Years of Experience
      Location
      Date submitted
      Total Pay
      Base • Additional pay
      Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      10-14 years
      $93K - $108K/yr
      California City, CA

      submitted on May 24, 2025

      $93K - $108K/yr
      Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      4-6 years
      $109K - $126K/yr
      San Antonio, TX

      submitted on May 22, 2025

      $109K - $126K/yr
      Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $74K - $86K/yr
      Philadelphia, PA

      submitted on May 21, 2025

      $74K - $86K/yr
      Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      4-6 years
      $103K/yr
      ($103K • $0)
      Detroit, MI

      submitted on May 5, 2025

      $103K/yr
      $103K • $0
      Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $142K/yr
      ($142K • $0)
      Sunnyvale, CA

      submitted on Apr 28, 2025

      $142K/yr
      $142K • $0
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      Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $87K/yr
      ($87K • $0)
      Plainsboro, NJ

      submitted on Apr 13, 2025

      $87K/yr
      $87K • $0
      Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $71K/yr
      ($71K • $0)
      Calverton, MD

      submitted on Apr 13, 2025

      $71K/yr
      $71K • $0
      Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $65K/yr
      ($65K • $0)
      McLean, VA

      submitted on Apr 11, 2025

      $65K/yr
      $65K • $0
      Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $58K/yr
      ($58K • $0)
      San Jose, CA

      submitted on Apr 3, 2025

      $58K/yr
      $58K • $0
      Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      4-6 years
      $72K/yr
      ($72K • $0)
      Southfield, MI

      submitted on Mar 25, 2025

      $72K/yr
      $72K • $0
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      What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
      Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
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