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Software Engineer (Java)

Plano, TX · On-site

$49.50 - $68/hr

Software Engineer (Java) Location: Dallas, TX / Charlotte, NC / Phoenix, AZ Rate: DOE Term: 12+ Months Only H4, GC EAD, H1, GC, USC In this contingent resource assignment, you may: Consult on or ...

Software Engineer (Java)

Glen Allen, VA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Software Engineer (Java) Our client, an education services company, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Java) to join their team, hit the ground running, and help drive to success. This will be a ...

Role: Sr. Staff Software Engineer ( Java Architect) Location: Dallas, TX - (Hybrid role , in-office presence required, NO REMOTE) Overview: * Blue Yonder is a Leading AI-driven Global Supply Chain ...

Sr. Staff Software Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

$129K - $189K/yr

Role: Sr. Staff Software Engineer ( Java Architect) Location: Dallas, TX - (Hybrid role , in-office presence required, NO REMOTE) Overview: * Blue Yonder is a Leading AI-driven Global Supply Chain ...

About the Staff Software Engineer position We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer who will be ... Great knowledge to develop software in Java * Experience in documenting requirements and ...

Role: Sr. Staff Software Engineer ( Java Architect) Location: Dallas, TX - (Hybrid role , in-office presence required, NO REMOTE) Overview: * Blue Yonder is a Leading AI-driven Global Supply Chain ...

About the Staff Software Engineer position We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer who will be ... Great knowledge to develop software in Java * Experience in documenting requirements and ...

About the Staff Software Engineer position We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer who will be ... Great knowledge to develop software in Java * Experience in documenting requirements and ...

Staff Software Engineer, location is REMOTE. The start date is ASAP for this contract to hire ... Strong experience with Java and/or Python development * Expertise building RESTful APIs using ...

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How much do staff software engineer java jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for staff software engineer java in the United States is $161,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $134,500.00 and $190,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Staff Software Engineer Java job?

A Staff Software Engineer (Java) is a senior technical role responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing complex Java-based applications. They provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and make architectural decisions to ensure scalable and maintainable software. This role requires deep expertise in Java, frameworks like Spring, and modern development practices. Staff Engineers also collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve critical technical challenges and drive innovation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Staff Software Engineer Java position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Staff Software Engineer Java, you should have deep expertise in Java development, software architecture, and system design, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with advanced Java frameworks (such as Spring and Hibernate), cloud platforms, version control tools, and relevant certifications (like Oracle Certified Professional Java SE) is highly valued. Exceptional problem-solving abilities, mentorship skills, and effective communication are important soft skills for leading teams and driving projects forward. Mastery of these skills is crucial for delivering robust software solutions, guiding engineering teams, and ensuring high technical standards within an organization.

What does a typical day look like for a Staff Software Engineer Java, and how do they interact with other team members?

A typical day for a Staff Software Engineer Java involves architecting complex backend solutions, reviewing code, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with product managers and cross-functional teams to define technical requirements. You may spend time designing scalable systems, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring code quality through best practices and code reviews. This role frequently acts as a technical lead during project planning sessions and serves as a key point of contact between engineering and other departments. Strong communication and teamwork are essential since you’ll be guiding peers, aligning with business goals, and driving innovation in both technical and collaborative aspects.

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Infographic showing various Staff Software Engineer Java job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 76% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $161,148 per year, or $77.5 per hour.
HYBRID::Staff Software Engineer (Java, AWS, AI-Enabled) at Rockville, MD or McLean, VA (Hybrid 3 ...

HYBRID::Staff Software Engineer (Java, AWS, AI-Enabled) at Rockville, MD or McLean, VA (Hybrid 3 ...

FutureTech Consultants LLC

Mclean, VA • Hybrid

$53 - $72.75/hr

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Job description

Title: Staff Software Engineer (Java, AWS, AI-Enabled)

Location: Rockville, MD or McLean, VA (Hybrid 3 days onsite with 2 days remote)

Duration: 6 Months with possible extension

Interview process: Prescreen, Phone, Onsite panel

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Software Engineer with strong backend engineering experience in Java, AWS cloud technologies, and modern CI/CD practices. This role will focus on building scalable enterprise applications, developing cloud-native microservices, improving deployment automation, and leveraging AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery and engineering productivity.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deploy scalable enterprise applications using Java and AWS cloud services

Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot and modern Java frameworks

Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD

Implement automated testing strategies, monitoring, logging, and alerting for production environments

Design cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, and RDS

Support containerized application deployments using Docker, ECS, EKS, or Kubernetes

Collaborate across engineering teams to support end-to-end SDLC workflows and production support activities

Perform performance tuning, system optimization, and troubleshooting across distributed systems

Apply security and compliance best practices throughout the software development lifecycle

Utilize AI-assisted engineering tools to accelerate development, debugging, testing, and code quality improvements

Required Qualifications

5 years of hands-on Java development experience

3 years of experience building solutions on AWS

Strong experience developing scalable backend systems and microservices architectures

Experience with Spring Boot and REST API development

Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and system design

Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab

Hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks and test automation practices

Experience working with SQL databases and data storage technologies

Familiarity with Docker and container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes, ECS, or EKS

Experience with cloud performance optimization, monitoring, and operational support

Knowledge of DevOps principles and modern software engineering best practices

Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools within the SDLC

Preferred Experience

Experience working in highly regulated or enterprise-scale environments

Exposure to application security and compliance-focused engineering practices

Experience supporting high-availability distributed systems in production