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Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

Java Developer

Plano, TX · On-site

$48.75 - $63/hr

* looking for Java developer role. * 5+ years of experience on Java/J2EE technologies including one ... Work with QA to validate and certify if performance scalability availability resilience and ...

Apexon

Java Backend Developer

Austin, TX · On-site

$50 - $65/hr

Java Backend Developer Location: Austin, TX (Onsite Only) Position: 5 Submission Closing Date: 06 ... Did you know that Apexon has been Certified by Great Place To Work in multiple global regions?

IVID TEK INC

Senior Java Developer

Houston, TX · On-site

$49.50 - $63.25/hr

Senior Java Developer (8+ years) Location: Houston, TX Experience Required: 8+ Years Employment ... AWS Certification or DevOps experience.

TriOptus LLC

Java Developer - Senior

Dallas, TX · On-site

$52.75 - $67.50/hr

Certified in Java, Spring or AWS technologies * Excellent written and verbal communication skills ... to peers, developers, and senior leaders Technical Skills : Java/Groovy, REST services ...

System One

Software Engineer Lead - JAVA

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

Education/Certifications: Bachelors Degree Computer Science or equivalent experience. Preferable Certs: Oracle Certified Professional - Java SE (11 or 17) Developer Spring Professional Certification ...

System One

Software Engineer Lead - JAVA

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

Education/Certifications: Bachelors Degree Computer Science or equivalent experience. Preferable Certs: Oracle Certified Professional - Java SE (11 or 17) Developer Spring Professional Certification ...

System One

Software Engineer Lead - JAVA

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

Education/Certifications: Bachelors Degree Computer Science or equivalent experience. Preferable Certs: Oracle Certified Professional - Java SE (11 or 17) Developer Spring Professional Certification ...

ConglomerateIT

Java Developer (Data / ML Platform)

Austin, TX · On-site

$50.50 - $65.50/hr

Java Developer (Data / ML Platform) Tax Term: W2/1099 Only Location: Austin TX / Sunnyvale CA ... Contract About us Conglomerate IT is a certified and a pioneer in providing premium end-to-end ...

System One

Software Engineer Lead - JAVA

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

Education/Certifications: Bachelors Degree Computer Science or equivalent experience. Preferable Certs: Oracle Certified Professional - Java SE (11 or 17) Developer Spring Professional Certification ...

Embtel Inc

Java Back End Developer

Plano, TX · On-site

$48.25 - $62.75/hr

Federal Govt. approved vendor and Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) company. We have an ... Java Back End Developer (10 opening) Location: Plano, TX (Hybrid Model) Duration: 12+ months ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Java Developer

Plano, TX · On-site

$50/hr

Mentors lesser tenured developers within the team. Skills: * Java/J2EE. * Talon. * Spring ... Proudly recognized as a nationally and locally certified diversity firm, Cynet delivers agile ...

Technamo

Java spring boot developer

Austin, TX · On-site

$50.50 - $65.50/hr

Company Description TECHNAMO is a niche, young & dynamic IT service provider, VA SWaM certified ... Proven experience as a Java Developer using the Spring Boot framework. * Familiarity with front-end ...

Computer Enterprises, Inc.

Java Developer

Euless, TX · On-site

$67/hr

Sr. Java Developer Location: * Dallas, TX (Most Preferred, 5 days onsite) * Birmingham, AL (Most ... Plus, certifications showing scaled agile training. Preferred Skills * Front-end UI/UX development ...

Technamo LLC

Java spring boot developer

Austin, TX · On-site

$50.50 - $65.50/hr

Company Description TECHNAMO is a niche, young & dynamic IT service provider, VA SWaM certified ... Proven experience as a Java Developer using the Spring Boot framework. * Familiarity with front-end ...

Donato Technologies, Inc

Java Microservices

Houston, TX · On-site

$48.75 - $63/hr

Certification in Oracle JDK11 or JDK17 is a plus. Design, Developer and maintain high-quality Java applications Collaborate with cross functional teams to define, design, and delivery new features ...

Incedo Inc.

Java Software Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$51.50 - $70.50/hr

Java Developer with Actimize Location: Dallas, TX / Pittsburgh, PA / Cleveland, OH (Hybrid - 3 Days ... NICE Actimize certifications are a plus. Required Technical Skills * Java * J2EE * Spring Boot

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How much do java certified programmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for java certified programmer in Texas is $51.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44.13 and $58.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Java Certified Programmer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Java Certified Programmer, you need a solid understanding of core Java concepts, object-oriented programming, and hands-on coding experience, typically validated by an Oracle Certified Java Programmer certification. Familiarity with Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) like Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA, version control systems such as Git, and build tools like Maven or Gradle is common. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies ensure the development of robust, maintainable software solutions and enable efficient teamwork in dynamic technical environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Java Certified Programmers when working on large-scale enterprise applications?

Java Certified Programmers often encounter challenges such as managing complex codebases, ensuring optimal application performance, and integrating with legacy systems. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams like QA, DevOps, and front-end developers is essential to address these issues efficiently. Effective communication and a strong grasp of best practices in software design patterns, testing, and version control are crucial for overcoming these challenges and contributing to successful project delivery.

What is a Java Certified Programmer?

A Java Certified Programmer is an individual who has passed an official certification exam, such as the Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE Programmer exam. This certification demonstrates proficiency in Java programming, covering areas like object-oriented concepts, syntax, and application development. Earning this credential can enhance job prospects, validate your skills, and set you apart in the competitive software development field. Many employers value Java certification as proof of a candidate’s technical expertise and commitment to professional growth.

What is the difference between Java Certified Programmer vs Java Developer?

CriteriaJava Certified ProgrammerJava Developer
Required CredentialsJava certification (e.g., Oracle Certified Java Programmer)Typically a degree in computer science or related experience; certifications are common but not mandatory
Work EnvironmentOften in training, testing, or roles emphasizing certification validationInvolved in designing, coding, and maintaining Java applications
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across various industries for validation of Java skillsCommonly employed in software development companies, IT firms, and tech startups
Search & Comparison IntentFocuses on certification and validation of Java skillsFocuses on software development and application creation

The main difference is that a Java Certified Programmer has validated Java skills through certification, often focusing on testing knowledge, while a Java Developer actively designs and develops Java applications. Certifications can enhance credibility, but hands-on experience is essential for development roles.

Java Certified Programmer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Java Certified Programmer job openings in Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,926 per year, or $51.4 per hour.
Java Developer

Java Developer

Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

Plano, TX • On-site

$48.75 - $63/hr

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Job Description:
  • looking for Java developer role.
  • 5+ years of experience on Java/J2EE technologies including one of web servers (Apache Tomcat IBM HTTP Server) one of the application servers (WebSphere/Weblogic/JBoss) one of the databases (Oracle/SQLServer/DB2)
  • Strong understanding and knowledge of Java/J2EE technologies and frameworks - UI/JavaScript frameworks Spring Boot/ Spring Cloud Frameworks REST Microservices serverside frameworks.Automation experience with Ansible play books and programming languages like Java Perl Python or PowerShell Scripting and Ansible play book
  • Knowledge on performance tuning of enterprise level Java/J2EE applications (Web and Application Servers Configuration JVM parameters tuning GC and Heap Size Message Broker)
  • Experience in implementing resiliency design patterns using Hystrix Service Mesh or similar frameworks and validation using chaos monkey type frameworks
  • Excellent knowledge on at least one tool in each of the following category
  • Work with application stakeholders and define non-functional requirements covering performance scalability availability resiliency and reliability including Service Level Objectives Service Level Indicators and Error Budgets
  • Develop strategies to address the Non-functional requirements throughout Software or Product Development Life Cycle
  • Work with architecture and development teams in creating performant highly resilient and reliable architecture and design
  • Work architecture and development teams in implementing resiliency constructs develop optimal code
  • Work with QA to validate and certify if performance scalability availability resilience and reliability requirements are met
  • Develop tools and utilities to automate manual operational tasks in production
  • Responsible for the performance scalability availability resilience monitoring and capacity management of the applications/services in production
  • Responsible for incidents related to NFRs updating SOPs to capture right set of metrics/logs for RCA Root cause analysis of the incidents Solutions identification and Ensure permanent closure of the incidents.
  • Analyze production utilization and incidents patterns identify improvement areas and implement automation to improve productivity avoid manual tasks and recurring incidents.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with emphasis on executive communicationAbility to learn and apply new technologies quickly. Eagerness to learn new things.Experience in implementing resiliency design patterns using Hystrix Service Mesh or similar frameworks and validation using chaos monkey type frameworks
  • Excellent knowledge on at least one tool in each of the following category
  • Profiling - Jprofiler/ Dynatrace
  • Monitoring - Wily Introscope/AppDynamics/DynaTrace/Splunk/Cloud Watch/Stack Driver
  • Analysis -HP Diagnostics / GC log Analysis/ Thread Dump Analyzer / Heap Analyzer
  • Performance testing - Load Runner/Silk Performer/Jmeter/NeoLoad
  • Experience in trouble shooting Performance / Scalability / Availability issues in production environment
  • Experience in Performance Test Modeling
  • Experience in Capacity Planning
  • Ability to come up with solutions using technical knowledge and tools

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