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IT Associates, Inc.

Java Developer

Downers Grove, IL · On-site

$55 - $57/hr

Collaborate with infrastructure, DevOps, and architecture teams to improve application reliability and scalability. Required Qualifications 5-8+ years of Java development experience. Strong ...

1 point system

Java Developer

Riverwoods, IL · On-site

$53 - $68.50/hr

Required Qualifications * 5-7+ years professional experience as a Software Engineer or Backend Engineer. * Strong proficiency in Java 21, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and microservices. * Hands-on ...

Staffingine LLC

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52.50 - $68/hr

Java Developer Job Location: Chicago, IL Job Type: Contract * Lead design development and deployment of complex business process management solutions using Camunda BPM versions 7 or 8 within ...

Programmers.io

Senior Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$59 - $75.25/hr

Experience in Java Programming with Java 1.8, JUnit/Mockito, Spring Boot, MicroServices design, Maven, Tomcat Deployment, Rest & Soap. * Experience in React is a great plus. * Experience in HTML/JS ...

Apex Informatics

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52.50 - $68/hr

Core Java Developer Work Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid Role) Must have skills: AWS, Microservices, testing, Amazon RDS or DynamoDB Roles: 1. ** Application Development: ** Design, code, test, and ...

Resource 1

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52.50 - $68/hr

Resource 1 is in need of a Java Developer for a long-term contract. This is hybrid/ remote, so selected individual should be local to Chicagoland area. The goal of the project is to standardize ...

PROLIM Global Corporation

Java Developer

Naperville, IL · On-site

$51 - $66/hr

Java Developer Naperville , IL (Onsite ) Contract JD: Strong hands-on experience in Core Java (Multithreading| Collections| Streams| JVM tuning). Extensive experience in Microservices architecture ...

Stem Xpert

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52.50 - $68/hr

Java Developer Location : Chicago, IL Duration : Permanent/Full Time Implementations * Desirable: Java/ J2EE and Oracle DB background * Strong learnability on new product for grasping the nuances on ...

Arete Technologies, Inc.

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52.50 - $68/hr

MUST HAVE: * Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Engineering, or related field * 5+ years of experience as a Java Developer including: * Java ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$43 - $48/hr

Proficiency in java programming language and in-depth knowledge of spring boot framework. * Experience with amazon web services (aws) cloud services and deployment practices. * Familiarity with ...

ClifyX

Java Developer with MFF

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52.50 - $68/hr

ClifyX is a company seeking a Java Developer with experience in the IBM Mobile First Platform. The role involves developing REST services, working with NoSQL databases, and contributing to a scrum ...

Next Step Systems

Full Stack Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$54 - $69.75/hr

Full Stack Java Developer, Chicago, IL We are hiring a Full Stack Java Developer now! Urgent need! Looking for multiple experienced Full Stack Java Developers to work for a renowned global ...

1872 Consulting

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52.50 - $68/hr

Job Summary : 1872 Consulting is seeking a Java Developer to join their team in Chicago, IL. The role involves developing online services, specifying software architecture, and creating critical ...

Turing

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · Remote

$200 - $300/hr

As a Software Engineering evaluator, you will create cutting-edge datasets for training ... Java , as well as in Python, JavaScript (including ReactJS), C/C++, Rust, and Go; evaluating and ...

Georgia IT, Inc.

Java Developer-Onsite

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52.50 - $68/hr

Georgia IT, Inc. is seeking a Java Developer with experience in trading applications. The role involves designing, developing, and supporting low-latency trading systems while collaborating with ...

360 IT Professionals

Java Developer

Chicago, IL

$52.50 - $68/hr

Job Title: Java Developer Work Location: US-IL-Chicago Duration: 06 months Responsibilities include : Position Requirements/Technical Skills: Requirements : Additional Skills : Bonuses:

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for java developer programmer in Chicago, IL is $56.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.80 and $64.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Java Developer Programmer vs Software Engineer?

AspectJava Developer ProgrammerSoftware Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, Java certificationsBachelor's or higher in Computer Science, relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, tech companies, software firmsDevelopment, design, and testing teams across industries
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, enterprise softwareIT firms, tech departments, consulting firms
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Java Developer Programmers focus primarily on coding, debugging, and maintaining Java applications, often working within development teams. Software Engineers have a broader role, involving system design, architecture, and integration across various platforms. While both roles require similar credentials and work environments, Software Engineers typically handle more complex system-level tasks, making the roles distinct yet overlapping in many technical skills.

Java Developer Programmer jobs near you

Java Developer

Downers Grove, IL • On-site

IT Associates, Inc.
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$55 - $57/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

6-12+ Month Contract (project up to 3 years)

Location - Downers Grove, IL, Princeton, NJ, or Quincy, MA (2 days a week onsite in one of these locations)

Our client is looking to add a Java Cloud Application Developer to support the modernization, migration, and ongoing support of enterprise Java applications. This role focuses on troubleshooting and enhancing legacy applications, reconfiguring workloads for AWS and Azure cloud environments, and implementing modern deployment solutions using containers and serverless technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enhance Java-based enterprise applications.

Modernize and migrate legacy Java applications to AWS and Azure.

Deploy and support applications running on Apache HTTP Server and Tomcat.

Reconfigure applications for cloud-native and hybrid cloud environments.

Deploy solutions using AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service), ECS/EKS (AWS), and Docker.

Design and implement serverless solutions using AWS Lambda and Azure Functions.

Troubleshoot application, performance, and production issues across cloud and on-prem environments.

Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.

Collaborate with infrastructure, DevOps, and architecture teams to improve application reliability and scalability.

Required Qualifications

5-8+ years of Java development experience.

Strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices.

Hands-on experience with Apache HTTP Server and Tomcat administration.

Experience deploying applications in AWS and/or Azure environments.

Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, AKS, ECS, or EKS.

Knowledge of serverless technologies such as AWS Lambda or Azure Functions.

Strong troubleshooting and production support experience.

Experience supporting and modernizing legacy Java applications.

Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.

Preferred Qualifications

Banking, Financial Services, or other regulated industry experience.

Experience with Terraform, Kafka, Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL.

Knowledge of cloud migration and application modernization initiatives.

Target Technologies: Java, Spring Boot, Apache, Tomcat, AWS, Azure, ECS, EKS, AKS, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS Lambda, Azure Functions.

The anticipated hourly rate range for this position is ($55-57/hr). Actual hourly rate will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other factors permitted by law. A range of medical, dental, retirement and/or other benefits are available after a waiting period.

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