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Frequently asked questions about Java Engineer salaries
The average salary for Java Engineer is $176,651 per year or $85 per hour, with top earners making up to $305,653 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $133,479 (25th percentile) to $236,929 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 243 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Java Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Java Engineer is $236,929 per year, $19,744 per month or $114 per hour.
The lowest salary for Java Engineer is $133,479 per year, $11,123 per month or $64 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Java Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $104,485 per year (estimate) and goes up to $374,583 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.
Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for Java Engineer in United States are Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $160,937, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation with a median total pay of $150,871 and Information Technology with a median total pay of $143,221.
Human Resources & Staffing
The top paying company in Human Resources & Staffing for Java Engineer is Populus Group.
