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Remote Freelance Java Developer Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

Mid-Level Developer

Leesburg, VA ยท Remote

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

HORUS is seeking a Mid-Level Java Developer. This role will work as part of a software development ... Work is primarily remote with a job site in Leesburg VA; however customer meetings and badging ...

Java API Developer - 100% remote

Merrifield, VA ยท Remote

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

Java API Developer - 100% remote Location: Remote Type: Contract Compensation: Negotiable Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40 hours a week Security Clearance: None but full background check ...

Java Developer (IRS MBI Required)

Arlington, VA ยท Remote

$58.75 - $76/hr

Yudrio is seeking a Java Developer to join our team in supporting an existing project with the ... Remote Required Skills * 8+ years of experience in PL/PGSQL, SQL code development and maintenance ...

Java API Developer - 100% remote

Merrifield, VA ยท Remote

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

Java API Developer - 100% remote Location: Remote Type: Contract Compensation: Negotiable Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40 hours a week Security Clearance: None but full background check ...

Java API Developer - 100% remote

Merrifield, VA ยท Remote

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

Java API Developer - 100% remote Location: Remote Type: Contract Compensation: Negotiable Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40 hours a week Security Clearance: None but full background check ...

Java API Developer - 100% remote

Merrifield, VA ยท Remote

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

Java API Developer - 100% remote Location: Remote Type: Contract Compensation: Negotiable Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40 hours a week Security Clearance: None but full background check ...

Java API Developer - 100% remote

Merrifield, VA ยท Remote

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

Java API Developer - 100% remote Location: Remote Type: Contract Compensation: Negotiable Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40 hours a week Security Clearance: None but full background check ...

Java API Developer - 100% remote

Merrifield, VA ยท Remote

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

Java API Developer - 100% remote Location: Remote Type: Contract Compensation: Negotiable Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40 hours a week Security Clearance: None but full background check ...

Java API Developer - 100% remote

Merrifield, VA ยท Remote

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

Java API Developer - 100% remote Location: Remote Type: Contract Compensation: Negotiable Work Model: Remote - offsite Hours: 40 hours a week Security Clearance: None but full background check ...

Java Mainframe Developer

Vienna, VA ยท Remote

$58.50 - $74.75/hr

Java Developer Location: Remote Type: Contract Responsibilities * Design, develop, and enhance complex software applications supporting mission-critical, time-sensitive initiatives focused on ...

Java Mainframe Developer

Vienna, VA ยท Remote

$58.50 - $74.75/hr

Java Developer Location: Remote Type: Contract Responsibilities * Design, develop, and enhance complex software applications supporting mission-critical, time-sensitive initiatives focused on ...

Java Mainframe Developer

Vienna, VA ยท Remote

$58.50 - $74.75/hr

Java Developer Location: Remote Type: Contract Responsibilities * Design, develop, and enhance complex software applications supporting mission-critical, time-sensitive initiatives focused on ...

Java Mainframe Developer

Vienna, VA ยท Remote

$58.50 - $74.75/hr

Java Developer Location: Remote Type: Contract Responsibilities * Design, develop, and enhance complex software applications supporting mission-critical, time-sensitive initiatives focused on ...

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How much do remote freelance java developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote freelance java developer in Gaithersburg, MD is $61.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.98 and $68.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is a remote freelance Java developer in demand?

Remote freelance Java developers are in high demand due to the widespread use of Java in enterprise applications, web development, and Android app creation. Skills in frameworks like Spring and experience with cloud platforms can enhance job prospects in this flexible work environment.

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Infographic showing various Remote Freelance Java Developer job openings in Gaithersburg, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,419 per year, or $61.3 per hour.

Senior Java Developer - AI-Enabled Development

Chantilly, VA โ€ข Remote

$58.50 - $74.75/hr

Contractor

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

Senior Java Developer – AI-Enabled Development

Location: Remote (USA)
Employment Type: Contract, accept all terms

Required Skills
  • 7+ years of Java development experience.
  • Strong Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Microservices, OOP, Design Patterns, SQL/NoSQL, Git, CI/CD, Agile.
  • Experience building and supporting enterprise applications with strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
AI Skills

Hands-on experience using AI development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Cursor, Amazon Q, or similar to accelerate coding, refactoring, testing, debugging, documentation, API development, SQL generation, and code reviews.

Working knowledge of LLMs, Prompt Engineering, RAG, Embeddings, Vector Search, AI APIs, AI code validation, and security/privacy best practices.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise Java applications and REST APIs; leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and code quality; participate in application modernization, code reviews, troubleshooting, CI/CD, and Agile delivery while collaborating with architects, DevOps engineers, and business stakeholders.

Preferred: Experience supporting Federal/Government projects.