Java Software Developer Salaries

How much does a Java Software Developer make in Canada?

Total pay range
CA$65K - CA$98K/yr
CA$80K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
CA$62K - CA$91K/yrBase pay
CA$3K - CA$7K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Jun 7, 2026103 Salaries Submitted
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Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base Additional pay
Java Software Developer
10-14 years
CA$115K/yr
CA$115K • CA$0
Winnipeg, MB
CA$115K/yr
CA$115K • CA$0
Java Software Developer
4-6 years
CA$95K/yr
CA$95K • CA$0
Toronto, ON
CA$95K/yr
CA$95K • CA$0
Java Software Developer
4-6 years
CA$70K/yr
CA$70K • CA$0
Montreal, QC
CA$70K/yr
CA$70K • CA$0
Java Software Developer
4-6 years
CA$52K/yr
CA$49K • CA$3K
Toronto, ON
CA$52K/yr
CA$49K • CA$3K
Java Software Developer
10-14 years
CA$111K - CA$129K/yr
Montreal, QC
CA$111K - CA$129K/yr
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Java Software Developer
1-3 years
CA$88K/yr
CA$88K • CA$0
Toronto, ON
CA$88K/yr
CA$88K • CA$0
Java Software Developer
1-3 years
CA$70K - CA$80K/yr
Toronto, ON
CA$70K - CA$80K/yr
Java Software Developer
15+ years
CA$97K/yr
CA$90K • CA$7K
Montreal, QC
CA$97K/yr
CA$90K • CA$7K
Java Software Developer
1-3 years
CA$96K/yr
CA$96K • CA$0
Montreal, QC
CA$96K/yr
CA$96K • CA$0
Java Software Developer
7-9 years
CA$79K/yr
CA$79K • CA$0
Montreal, QC
CA$79K/yr
CA$79K • CA$0

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Frequently asked questions about Java Software Developer salaries

The average salary for a Java Software Developer is CA$79,704 per year or CA$38 per hour in Canada, which is 44% lower than the national average. Top earners have reported making up to CA$118,767 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in Canada is between CA$65,066 (25th percentile) and CA$98,074 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 103 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Java Software Developer employees in Canada as of June 2026.
The highest salary for a Java Software Developer in Canada is CA$98,074 per year, CA$8,173 per month or CA$47 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Java Software Developer in Canada is CA$65,066 per year, CA$5,422 per month or CA$31 per hour.
The salary trajectory of a Java Software Developer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at CA$104,350 per year (estimate) and goes up to CA$373,744 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.