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Elite Workforce Inc.

Java Developer

Athens, GA · On-site

$44.50 - $57.50/hr

Role: Java Developer Location: Atlanta, GA Duration: Full Time Position Only US Citizen and GC ... Bachelor Or Graduate Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential ...

Elite Workforce, Inc.

Java Developer

Athens, GA

$44.50 - $57.50/hr

Role: Java Developer Location: Atlanta, GA Duration: Full Time Position Only US Citizen and GC ... Bachelor Or Graduate Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential ...

Worldhire

Java Developer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$48.25 - $62.25/hr

The incumbent should be Computer Science Graduate with 2-4 years in Software development across a ... Should have adequate programming skills and proficiency in JAVA, JSP, Servlets, EJB, SQL/Oracle ...

Apex Informatics

Lead Java Developer

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (Master's or other graduate degree preferred) * Strong hands ... Java * Spring Framework * Spring Boot * REST API protocols * Microservices architecture

TestingXperts

Senior Java developer with TFS Exp

Eagan, MN · On-site

$58.50 - $74.50/hr

Senior Java developer with TFS Exp Location: Eagan, MN * About 7-12 years of experience as ... Qualifications Graduate Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential ...

TestingXperts

Java 8 Developer

Eagan, MN · On-site

$52 - $67.25/hr

... O) - Java 8 Developer Requires experience with Java 8, including lambdas and streaming logic ... Qualifications Graduate Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential ...

Nemo IT Solutions

Java Developer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$50.75 - $65.50/hr

Company Description Qualifications Must be a Master Graduate with CS/IT/EE/ECE/MIS Additional Information Must hold OPT/STEM OPT/CPT visa

TestingXperts

Java SOA

Seattle, WA · On-site

$58 - $75/hr

Seattle, WA Must Have Skills (Top 3 technical skills only) * 1. Data Scientist 2. SDET Java (SOAP ... Graduate Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO ...

3B Staffing LLC

Java Backend Developer

Piscataway, NJ · Hybrid

$50.50 - $65.50/hr

Java Backend Developer Location: Piscataway, NJ/Basking Ridge., NJ Mode: Hybrid Responsibilities ... out post graduate candidates as well * "Designs, codes or configures, tests, debugs, deploys ...

3B Staffing LLC

Java Backend Developer

Piscataway, NJ · Hybrid

$50.50 - $65.50/hr

Java Backend Developer Location: Piscataway, NJ/Basking Ridge., NJ Mode: Hybrid Responsibilities ... out post graduate candidates as well * "Designs, codes or configures, tests, debugs, deploys ...

ClifyX

Spark Developer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

The role requires strong expertise in Java and Spark, along with experience in Hadoop technologies ... or graduate level degree in computer science / engineering, IT, Electronics / Electrical ...

TecTammina

Java/Flex Developer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$49.75 - $64.50/hr

... BPM Java EE 6 Restful web services using the Jersey Hibernate JIRA 5+ year Java experience ... Qualifications Graduate or Above Additional Information Job Status: Full Time Eligibility: GC & US ...

TecTammina

Drools / JBOSS Developer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$49.50 - $64.25/hr

... Java multi-threaded programming, JVM Performance tuning, Web Services, XML, JUnit, SQL Qualifications Graduate Additional Information Job Status: permanent Position Share the Profiles to mkonni(at ...

ClifyX

Spark Developer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

The role requires a strong background in Java and hands-on experience with Spark, along with ... or graduate level degree in computer science / engineering, IT, Electronics / Electrical ...

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How much do graduate java developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate java developer in the United States is $56.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.04 and $63.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a graduate Java developer?

A Graduate Java Developer is an entry-level software developer specializing in Java programming. They typically work on coding, debugging, and testing Java applications under the supervision of senior developers. Their responsibilities may include writing clean code, collaborating with teams, and learning best practices in software development. This role is ideal for recent graduates with a computer science or related degree looking to start their career in Java development.

What does a graduate Java developer do?

As a Graduate Java Developer, your day usually involves collaborating with senior developers on coding tasks, fixing bugs, and participating in code reviews. You may attend daily stand-up meetings to discuss project progress and blockers, work on new features using Java, and learn about the software development lifecycle in a team setting. Expect to regularly use project management tools like Jira and version control with Git, while receiving feedback and mentorship to sharpen your technical abilities. Many teams support ongoing learning and pair programming to help you develop industry skills quickly. Over time, you'll get more responsibility and opportunities to tackle more complex projects as you gain experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate Java developer?

To thrive as a Graduate Java Developer, you need a solid understanding of Java programming, data structures, algorithms, and typically a computer science degree or related qualification. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, build tools such as Maven or Gradle, and possibly basic knowledge of frameworks like Spring is often expected, while certifications in Java can be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and eagerness to learn help you contribute effectively to team projects and adapt to new challenges. These skills and qualities enable you to quickly integrate into development teams, deliver reliable code, and grow within dynamic software environments.

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Infographic showing various Graduate Java Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,931 per year, or $56.7 per hour.

Java Developer

Texas State Library and Archives Commision

Raleigh, NC • On-site

$49.50 - $64.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Java Developer
Location: Raleigh, NC (Day 1 Onsite)
Job Type: Contract/Full Time
Skills: Java, Azure, mircoservices, Kubernetes
Job Description:
  • 9+ years of hands-on programming experience such as Java
  • Experience building modern APIs and microservices, using frameworks such as Dropwizard and Jetty.
  • Experience with securing cloud providers and platforms with Azure.
  • Experience working with developer and CI/CD tooling such as JenkinsCore and Stash
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code concepts such as Terraform, Kubernetes, and CloudFormation.
  • Experience building enterprise software.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience working in an Agile environment with tools such as JIRA.
  • Experience/ Qualifications: MCA/B. Tech/Any Graduate with 5-7 years of relevant experience

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