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Java Software Engineer

Sterling, VA

$51.25 - $70.25/hr

Candidate should have these skills, and be interested in learning the latest, cutting-edge, technologies like microservices, Scala, Nodejs, Play Framework, and EmberJS. Qualifications Web Development ...

Familiarity with one or more common web frameworks such as the play framework . * Comfort with basic cryptographic techniques and security protocols a plus. * Comfortable working on Linux-based ...

Familiarity with one or more common web frameworks such as the play framework . * Comfort with basic cryptographic techniques and security protocols a plus. * Comfortable working on Linux-based ...

Java MongoDB Developer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$49 - $63.50/hr

Must have development experience with frameworks and tools including Play framework, JUnit, JMeter, SoapUI etc. Qualifications CORE JAVA, BIG DATA, MONGODB, CASSANDRA, HADOOP, NOSQL, SOAP, REST, WEB ...

UI Engineer

San Jose, CA

$121K - $162K/yr

Practical experience with the Play framework (desirable); B.Sc. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or related field is required. Additional Information All your ...

UI Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$121K - $162K/yr

... with the Play framework (desirable); • B.Sc. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or related field is required. Qualifications Additional Information All your ...

Candidate should have these skills, and be interested in learning the latest, cutting-edge, technologies like micro services, Scala, Nodejs, Play Framework, and EmberJS. Responsibilities: Build ...

Work with Scala frameworks such as Akka, Play Framework, or Spark. * Implement asynchronous and reactive programming models. * Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.

The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We ...

Experience in integrating with Security products (SAML, SSO) and Alfresco o Experience with Solr o Spring, Play Framework, JS Frameworks (AngularJS, ReactJS,...) preferred Additional Information All ...

Java Backend Developer

San Jose, CA

$59.25 - $76.75/hr

Familiarity with Git, Gradle, Maven, Jetty, Tomcat, Play Framework, Nginx, Linux administration (Ubuntu/CentOS). Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent. Additional ...

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How much do play framework jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for play framework in the United States is $39.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $58.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Play Framework Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Play Framework Developer, you need strong proficiency in Scala or Java programming, web application architecture, and experience with RESTful API design, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with development tools like sbt, Git, and continuous integration systems, along with knowledge of Play Framework’s ecosystem, is essential. Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help developers work effectively in agile teams and deliver robust solutions. These skills enable efficient development of scalable, maintainable web applications in dynamic business environments.

What is the difference between Play Framework vs Java Developer?

AspectPlay FrameworkJava Developer
Primary FocusWeb application development using the Play FrameworkGeneral Java programming for various applications
Required SkillsScala or Java, web frameworks, MVC architectureJava, object-oriented programming, software development
Work EnvironmentBackend web development, often in agile teamsSoftware development across multiple domains
CertificationsNone specific, familiarity with Java/Scala beneficialJava certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Java Programmer)

Play Framework specializes in building scalable web applications using Java or Scala, focusing on rapid development and reactive systems. Java Developers have a broader scope, working on various software projects beyond web apps. While Play Framework developers often need Java skills, Java Developers may not necessarily work with Play Framework. The choice depends on whether you're focused on web development with Play or general Java programming.

What are some common challenges developers face when working with the Play Framework in a collaborative team environment?

One common challenge is ensuring consistent code quality and structure, as the Play Framework allows for flexible project organization that can lead to varying conventions. Additionally, managing asynchronous operations and integrating with legacy systems can require careful coordination among team members. Effective communication and establishing clear development guidelines help teams overcome these challenges, promoting smooth collaboration and maintainable codebases.

What is Play Framework?

Play Framework is an open-source web application framework that is written in Scala and also supports Java. It is designed to make web development faster and more productive by following a model-view-controller (MVC) architecture and providing features like hot code reloading and reactive programming. Play emphasizes developer productivity, scalability, and ease of use, making it a popular choice for building modern web applications and RESTful APIs. Its stateless and non-blocking architecture allows it to handle a large number of simultaneous connections efficiently.
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Infographic showing various Play Framework job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,408 per year, or $39.6 per hour.

Software Systems Engineer - IV (Wireless IT)

AmNet Services, Inc.

Irving, TX

$166K - $196K/yr

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Posted 21 days ago


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Company Description

America Networks is a leading sensor and networking solutions partner for companies in any Industrial, Manufacturing, and Waste management space.
We design and manufacture sensors for storage tanks, water metering, energy metering, gas monitoring, and asset management.
Our founders are hardcore telecommunications engineers with combined 200 + years of experience in designing, optimizing and performance engineering; for several mid - large wireless carriers internationally - that saw a need to provide low power, cost efficient sensors to collect data, create alerts, and predict needed actions. We have combined these sensors with low power, wide area (LPWA) networking technologies to provide clients various options to decrease re-occurring costs associated with operating an IoT network of sensors and connected devices.
We specialize in design, deployment, optimization, and support of these Networks. Whether an off-the-shelf or custom solution is needed, we'll create a solution and push the data on the best cloud platform to fit your needs, including your own.

Job Description

REQUIRED: One of these two skillset combinations is required: 
1)Play Framework with Java Package + Akka skills 
2)Play Framework with Java Package + React js experience 
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline with experience in software design and development 
Experience in developing and designing high performance, scalable, cloud native, headless, web applications with web frameworks such as Play/w Java and Angular and concurrency frameworks such as Akka, JAVA Concurrency package 
Experience with one or more of Play, Java, React JS is a must 
Experience with source code control systems such as Git and related practices Familiarity with Agile methods and Continuous Integration including but not limited to Program and Release Backlog Management (Jira), Defect Tracking (Jira), Collaboration (Confluence, Jive, others) Test Automation (JUnit, NUnit, TestNG), Continuous Integration/Deployment (Jenkins, Hudson), Code Review (Sonar, Findbugs) 
Experience in cloud computing and cloud hosted applications such as Amazon AWS, EC2 and S3 
Experience in clustered cache is a plus such as Redis, Memcache, Coherence 
Experience in Endeca is a plus or any other search systems is a plus 
Experience in No SQL databases is a plus (e.g. Casandra, Mongo) 
Self-motivated, innovative, willing to pursue new technical areas and capable of working independently

Additional Information

Vivek Salvatore

vivek.salvatore(@)americanetworks.com

(973) 582-3458