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Java Developer - Liferay experience

Naperville, IL · On-site

$51 - $66/hr

JAVA Developers - Liferay. Location: Naperville, IL. Duration: 6-12 months. Role Purpose: Development in Liferay Portal - J2EE app development The resource will be working on Liferay, Java, Spring ...

Angular React Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$57.25 - $70/hr

Expertise in Liferay portal (Portlets, Layouts, Themes) preferred. * Experience with DevOps tools (Jira, Stash/BitBucket Confluence, Jenkins, Ansible) and CI/CD automation. * Experience with MS build ...

AngularJS Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$57.25 - $70/hr

Expertise in Liferay portal (Portlets, Layouts, Themes) preferred. * Experience with DevOps tools (Jira, Stash/BitBucket Confluence, Jenkins, Ansible) and CI/CD automation. * Experience with MS build ...

Angular React Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$57.25 - $70/hr

Expertise in Liferay portal (Portlets, Layouts, Themes) preferred. * Experience with DevOps tools (Jira, Stash/BitBucket Confluence, Jenkins, Ansible) and CI/CD automation. * Experience with MS build ...

Portal Developer, Senior

Arlington, VA · On-site

$62.75 - $82.75/hr

Portal Developer, Senior Category: Digital Customer Experience Main location: United States ... Experience with specific portal frameworks like Liferay, ServiceNow, or Content Management Systems ...

Java Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$70K - $150K/yr

The Java Developer will support Barrow Wise's State of Illinois project and perform the following duties: * Design, develop, and maintain applications using Java, J2EE, SQL Server, Liferay Portal ...

Java Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$53.25 - $73.25/hr

The Java Developer will support Barrow Wise's State of Illinois project and perform the following duties: * Design, develop, and maintain applications using Java, J2EE, SQL Server, Liferay Portal ...

Java Developer

Albany, NY

$50.75 - $65.50/hr

Job Profile-Java Developer Location-Albany, NY Duration- 24 Months The services of a consultant are ... Liferay. 5. Experience working with/developing Java solutions with a Web security protocol ...

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As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for liferay developer in the United States is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Liferay Developer, you need strong proficiency in Java, web technologies (such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and experience with the Liferay Digital Experience Platform (DXP) or Liferay Portal, often supported by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with tools such as Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA, database management systems, and Liferay certifications can be valuable assets. Analytical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving skills set outstanding candidates apart in this collaborative and client-focused environment. These skills are essential for delivering robust portal solutions that align with business needs and integrate seamlessly with enterprise systems.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a Liferay Developer?

As a Liferay Developer, your daily tasks often involve designing, developing, and maintaining web portals using the Liferay platform, including customizing modules, themes, and portlets. You will collaborate closely with project managers, UX/UI designers, and backend developers to ensure solutions meet both technical requirements and user needs. Routine responsibilities also include troubleshooting, optimizing performance, integrating third-party systems, and keeping up with Liferay’s latest updates and best practices. This role frequently involves participating in code reviews and providing technical guidance to junior developers. Successful Liferay Developers are proactive team players who thrive in dynamic, project-driven environments.

What is a Liferay Developer job?

A Liferay Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining web applications using Liferay, a popular open-source portal framework. They customize Liferay features, create themes, develop modules, and integrate third-party services to meet business requirements. Liferay Developers often work with Java, JavaScript, and various frameworks to enhance portal functionality. Their role includes troubleshooting issues, optimizing performance, and ensuring security compliance.

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Java Developer - Liferay experience

Java Developer - Liferay experience

LibSys Inc

Naperville, IL • On-site

$51 - $66/hr

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Job Description

JAVA Developers - Liferay.

Location: Naperville, IL.

Duration: 6-12 months.                                                                                                                      

Role Purpose:

Development in Liferay Portal - J2EE app development

The resource will be working on Liferay, Java, Spring, Struts, JSP, WebServices etc.,

Principle accountability:-

End-to-End handling of Development activities

Will be responsible gathering requirements, supporting solution design, developing detailed design and coding unit testing 

Will be responsible for development of Portal components

Experience in writing test cases and create test scripts starting with little or no documentation

Should have the ability to think analytically, offer ideas & recommendations as required 

Technical Competencies: 

Good hands on experience in LifeRay, Java Spring, Struts, Hibernate, JSP, J2EE, Java Web Services

Experience in implementing a portal using LifeRay. 

Exposure to good Database knowledge- MySQL

3-5 Years of web Portal App Development experience

Behavioral

Capability to work with highly customized and sensitive environments

Capability to prioritize and work on multiple issues and an ability to communicate with business and technical stakeholders

Soft Skills:

Should be a self-starter and a proactive person.

Good individual contributor as well as a team player with ability to build strong partner confidence

Excellent verbal and written communication & interpersonal skills as the position demands regular interactions across level with technical and functional bodies.

Should have the ability to think analytically, offer ideas & recommendations as required

Capability to work independently in an environment with little or no documentation

Good communication skills and capability to interact with onsite business folks. 

Experience of working at onsite and offshore

Ability to map and document business process from start to finish with little or no support and documentation

Experience in writing test cases and create test scripts starting with little or no documentation

Capability to prioritize and work and an ability to communicate with business, SMEs and technical stakeholders


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