Java Software Developer / Programmer Salary
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Job Description for Java Software Developer / Programmer
A Java software developer/programmer creates software using the JavaScript programming language, which is used in websites to create interactive services and interfaces. JavaScript can also be used in smartphone apps and, occasionally, computer software. The Java software developer/programmer works as part of a team, creating and maintaining software based on input from senior developers, management, and end-users. They spend much of their time creating, testing, and modifying software, as well as meeting with other developers/programmers to brainstorm and troubleshoot. A Java software developer/programmer works in an office setting and may have flexible work hours; they may be able to work from home and may work longer hours when there are important deadlines. The Java software developer/programmer may be called on to fix security flaws or bugs in software outside of standard work hours.
Read More...Java Software Developer / Programmer Tasks
- Test and document software for web sites.
- Write, modify, and debug software for web sites.
- Write code to generate web pages, access databases and business logic servers.
- Work with with designers and content producers.
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Popular Skills for Java Software Developer / Programmer
Survey respondents exploit a significant toolbox of skills in their work. Most notably, facility with UNIX, Oracle, and J2EE are correlated to pay that is significantly above average, leading to increases of 24 percent, 19 percent, and 18 percent, respectively. At the other end of the pay range are skills like HTML, C#, and Eclipse Java IDE. Most people skilled in Java are similarly competent in Java/J2EE, JavaScript, and J2EE.
Pay by Experience Level for Java Software Developer / Programmer
Pay by Experience for a Java Software Developer / Programmer has a positive trend. An entry-level Java Software Developer / Programmer with less than 5 years of experience can expect to earn an average total compensation of $62,000 based on 311 salaries provided by anonymous users. Average total compensation includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay. A Java Software Developer / Programmer with mid-career experience which includes employees with 5 to 10 years of experience can expect to earn an average total compensation of $88,000 based on 143 salaries. An experienced Java Software Developer / Programmer which includes employees with 10 to 20 years of experience can expect to earn an average total compensation of $95,000 based on 75 salaries. A Java Software Developer / Programmer with late-career experience which includes employees with greater than 20 years of experience can expect to earn an average total compensation of $109,000 based on 13 salaries.
Pay Difference by Location
Home to some of the best pay for Java Software Developers, San Francisco offers exceptional salaries, 67 percent above the national average. Java Software Developers can also look forward to large paychecks in cities like Dallas (+42 percent), Reston (+37 percent), Minneapolis (+7 percent), and Seattle (+6 percent). Falling short of the national average by 18 percent, the area with the worst salaries is Atlanta. Employers pay around 12 percent less in Denver and 5 percent less in Richmond, below-median salaries for those in this field.
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Key Stats for Java Software Developer / Programmer
Gender
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Female
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Male
86 % |
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Job Satisfaction
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Rated 5 out of 5 based on 47 votes. |
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