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      How much does Java Software Engineer make?

      Total pay range
      $123K - $223K/yr
      $164K/yrMedian total pay
      Pay breakdown
      $97K - $176K/yrBase pay
      $25K - $47K/yrAdditional pay

      About our data

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      Last updated Apr 10, 2025535 Salaries submitted
      How accurate is a total pay range of $123K-$223K/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 Java Software Engineer salaries

      • The average salary for Java Software Engineer is $163,680 per year or $79 per hour, with top earners making up to $291,676 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $122,760 (25th percentile) to $222,721 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 535 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Java Software Engineer employees.
      • The highest salary for Java Software Engineer is $222,721 per year, $18,560 per month or $107 per hour.
      • The lowest salary for Java Software Engineer is $122,760 per year, $10,230 per month or $59 per hour.
      • The salary trajectory of Java Software Engineer 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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      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.

      Popular companies for Java Software Engineers

      $101K - $148K/yr Total pay
      $122K Median
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      $85K - $135K/yr Total pay
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      $92K - $135K/yr Total pay
      $111K Median
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      $103K - $153K/yr Total pay
      $126K Median
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      $53 - $86/hr Total pay
      $67 Median
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      Recent salaries shared by Java Software Engineer

      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
      Java Software Engineer
      |
      10-14 years
      $45K - $53K/yr
      Houston, TX

      submitted on Jun 12, 2024

      $45K - $53K/yr
      Java Software Engineer
      |
      4-6 years
      $110K - $129K/yr
      Herndon, VA

      submitted on Jun 1, 2024

      $110K - $129K/yr
      Java Software Engineer
      |
      1-3 years
      $89K/yr
      ($89K • $0)
      Philadelphia, PA

      submitted on May 28, 2024

      $89K/yr
      $89K • $0
      Java Software Engineer
      |
      7-9 years
      $111K/yr
      ($111K • $0)
      Riverdale, GA

      submitted on May 10, 2024

      $111K/yr
      $111K • $0
      Java Software Engineer
      |
      4-6 years
      $131K/yr
      ($131K • $0)
      Virginia Beach, VA

      submitted on Apr 26, 2024

      $131K/yr
      $131K • $0
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      Java Software Engineer
      |
      1-3 years
      $106K/yr
      ($106K • $0)
      Plano, TX

      submitted on Apr 15, 2024

      $106K/yr
      $106K • $0
      Java Software Engineer
      |
      1-3 years
      $80K/yr
      ($79K • $954)
      State College, PA

      submitted on Nov 29, 2023

      $80K/yr
      $79K • $954
      Java Software Engineer
      |
      4-6 years
      $112K - $129K/yr
      University Park, IL

      submitted on Oct 28, 2023

      $112K - $129K/yr
      Java Software Engineer
      |
      7-9 years
      $163K/yr
      ($163K • $0)
      Redmond, WA

      submitted on Oct 4, 2023

      $163K/yr
      $163K • $0
      Java Software Engineer
      |
      7-9 years
      $104K/yr
      ($104K • $0)
      Dallas, TX

      submitted on Oct 2, 2023

      $104K/yr
      $104K • $0
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