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      Total pay trajectory

      Senior Java Developer
      $131K–$222K/yr
      Principal Java Developer
      $146K–$262K/yr
      Senior Principal Java Developer
      $167K–$289K/yr

      How much does Software Engineer Senior Java Developer make?

      Total pay range
      $153K - $239K/yr
      $190K/yrMedian total pay
      Pay breakdown
      $120K - $177K/yrBase pay
      $33K - $62K/yrAdditional pay
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      Your input helps Glassdoor refine our pay estimates over time.

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      Frequently asked questions about Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer salaries

      • The average salary for Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer is $190,143 per year or $91 per hour, with top earners making up to $292,240 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $153,237 (25th percentile) to $239,241 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 141 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer employees.
      • The highest salary for Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer is $239,241 per year, $19,937 per month or $115 per hour.
      • The lowest salary for Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer is $153,237 per year, $12,770 per month or $74 per hour.
      • The salary trajectory of Senior 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.

      Recent salaries shared by Software Engineer Senior Java Developer

      32 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
      Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $77K - $89K/yr
      San Antonio, TX

      submitted on Nov 29, 2021

      $77K - $89K/yr
      Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      15+ years
      $157K - $183K/yr
      Herndon, VA

      submitted on Nov 21, 2021

      $157K - $183K/yr
      Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      15+ years
      $148K - $171K/yr
      Austin, TX

      submitted on Oct 27, 2021

      $148K - $171K/yr
      Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      15+ years
      $92K - $107K/yr
      Austin, TX

      submitted on Aug 19, 2021

      $92K - $107K/yr
      Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      4-6 years
      $165K - $191K/yr
      Austin, TX

      submitted on Jul 21, 2021

      $165K - $191K/yr
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      Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      15+ years
      $83K - $97K/yr
      Vienna, VA

      submitted on Jul 2, 2021

      $83K - $97K/yr
      Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      15+ years
      $109K - $126K/yr
      Austin, TX

      submitted on Jun 29, 2021

      $109K - $126K/yr
      Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      7-9 years
      $135K - $157K/yr
      Irvine, CA

      submitted on Jun 22, 2021

      $135K - $157K/yr
      Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      4-6 years
      $79K - $93K/yr
      Camp Hill, PA

      submitted on Jun 1, 2021

      $79K - $93K/yr
      Senior Software Engineer - Java Developer
      |
      10-14 years
      $56K - $64K/yr
      New York, NY

      submitted on Mar 25, 2021

      $56K - $64K/yr
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      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.