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Java App Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Mobile App Developer position How often do you get the chance to make a global impact developing ... Knowledge of React Native, Java, Swift or other similar programming languages

Android Developer

Vernon Hills, IL · On-site

$54.25 - $71.25/hr

Developers expertise should be more concentrated on Android App & Services providers - Java with knowledge of Android application Framework Architecture and APIs - From Apps point of view Audio ...

... more programming languages; knowing one or more development methodologies / delivery models ... Experience in traditional app languages ( COBOL / Perl / C). *Experience in scripting languages ...

AngularJS-JavaScript Developer

Chicago, IL

$56.50 - $69/hr

Be it core Java, full-stack Java, Web/UI designers, Big Data or Cloud or Mobility developers ... iOS and Android app development Javascript, angularJS, apachecordove, mobile application ...

Partner with Java teams to containerize services, tune JVM (GC, memory), and deploy to ACA/App ... IaC (Terraform/Bicep), GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps, and GitOps workflows. * Security fundamentals:

Partner with Java teams to containerize services, tune JVM (GC, memory), and deploy to ACA/App ... IaC (Terraform/Bicep), GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps, and GitOps workflows. * Security fundamentals:

Partner with Java teams to containerize services, tune JVM (GC, memory), and deploy to ACA/App ... IaC (Terraform/Bicep), GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps, and GitOps workflows. * Security fundamentals:

SharePoint Developer

Chicago, IL

$50.50 - $66/hr

Good knowledge of jQuery, java script, HTML5.Hands on experience in Sharepoint 2013 development ... jobs, app model.Any experience in Lotus Notes to SharePoint migration is an added advantage.

Salesforce Developer

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$56 - $74.25/hr

... the myQ ® app daily. Job Summary This role is within Chamberlain Group's IT Enterprise ... HTML/CSS/JavaScript; JAVA; Good project management skills; excellent verbal and written ...

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How much do java app developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for java app developer in Chicago, IL is $58.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.53 and $65.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Java App Developer vs Android Developer?

AspectJava App DeveloperAndroid Developer
Required SkillsJava programming, software development, object-oriented designJava/Kotlin, Android SDK, UI/UX design
Work EnvironmentVarious platforms including desktop, web, mobilePrimarily mobile app development for Android devices
CertificationsJava certifications, software development coursesAndroid developer certifications, Java/Kotlin skills

Java App Developers focus on creating applications using Java across multiple platforms, while Android Developers specialize in building mobile apps specifically for Android devices. Both roles require Java knowledge, but Android Developers also need expertise in Android SDK and UI design. The choice depends on whether you prefer general Java application development or mobile app specialization for Android.

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Infographic showing various Java App Developer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, 36% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,486 per year, or $58.4 per hour.

Mobile App Developer

Reconstruct

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

About the job: Mobile App Developer position

How often do you get the chance to make a global impact developing the latest AI inside of the built world? Reconstruct's Visual Command Center (VCC) uses AI and Machine Learning inside of computer vision to track the lifecycle of large capital assets like data centers, airports, hospitals, water treatment systems, etc. Come join our team with your talents as a Mobile App Developer. Check us out at www.reconstructinc.com.

Must be able to come into the company office in Menlo Park, CA; Chicago, IL; or Champaign, IL.

Objectives of this role

  • Translate the company's vision to modify and create Reconstruct's mobile apps through clean coding
  • Design the next-gen models of apps with high-quality mobile and application development
  • Manage the entire evolution process of the app from ideation to execution and refinement and optimization
  • Collaborate with other engineering and product team members to deliver best in class solutions

Responsibilities

  • Build the design interface as per customers' needs and develop new features in Android & iOS
  • Fix bugs and other performance issues while improving the usability of the mobile apps through periodic testing
  • Collaborate with other mobile app developers, back-end and front-end developers and designers throughout the lifecycle of the apps
  • Communicate with users to understand their exact requirements and delivery value to them

Required skills and qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field
  • 3+ years' experience working as a mobile app developer with a variety of APIs
  • Comprehensive knowledge of mobile app development
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal & demonstrated ability to take ownership, multi-task, lead technical projects, and work independently & collaboratively
  • A portfolio of previous mobile apps created and released
  • Knowledge of React Native, Java, Swift or other similar programming languages