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      How much does Junior Java Software Engineer make?

      Total pay range
      $112K - $208K/yr
      $149K/yrMedian total pay
      Pay breakdown
      $87K - $162K/yrBase pay
      $25K - $46K/yrAdditional pay
      How accurate is a total pay range of $112K-$208K/yr?
      Your input helps Glassdoor refine our pay estimates over time.

      About our data

      Last updated Apr 10, 20257 Salaries submitted
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      Total pay trajectory

      Junior Java Developer
      $70K–$128K/yr
      Java Developer
      $93K–$154K/yr
      Java Developer IV
      $117K–$183K/yr

      Frequently asked questions about Junior Java Software Engineer salaries

      • The average salary for Junior Java Software Engineer is $148,673 per year or $71 per hour, with top earners making up to $272,072 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $111,505 (25th percentile) to $208,143 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 7 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Junior Java Software Engineer employees.
      • The highest salary for Junior Java Software Engineer is $208,143 per year, $17,345 per month or $100 per hour.
      • The lowest salary for Junior Java Software Engineer is $111,505 per year, $9,292 per month or $54 per hour.
      • The salary trajectory of Junior Java Software Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $92,903 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 Junior Java Software Engineer

      4 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
      Junior Java Software Engineer
      |
      1-3 years
      $88K - $102K/yr
      New York, NY

      submitted on Apr 3, 2025

      $88K - $102K/yr
      Junior Java Software Engineer
      |
      1-3 years
      $78K/yr
      ($78K • $0)
      New York, NY

      submitted on Dec 28, 2024

      $78K/yr
      $78K • $0
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      Junior Java Software Engineer
      |
      1-3 years
      $153K - $178K/yr
      Los Angeles, CA

      submitted on Apr 11, 2023

      $153K - $178K/yr
      Junior Java Software Engineer
      |
      1-3 years
      $74K - $86K/yr
      Columbus, OH

      submitted on Jul 22, 2022

      $74K - $86K/yr
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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.