Lead Java Developer Salaries
How much does a Lead Java Developer make in Canada?
Total pay range
CA$92K - CA$148K/yr
CA$115K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
CA$89K - CA$133K/yrBase pay
CA$3K - CA$15K/yrAdditional pay
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Recent salaries shared by Lead Java Developer
9 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Lead Java Developer
10-14 years
CA$144K/yr
CA$144K • CA$0
Calgary, AB
submitted on Oct 18, 2025
CA$144K/yr
CA$144K • CA$0
Lead Java Developer
15+ years
CA$137K/yr
CA$136K • CA$1K
Calgary, AB
submitted on Apr 26, 2025
CA$137K/yr
CA$136K • CA$1K
Lead Java Developer
10-14 years
CA$118K/yr
CA$118K • CA$0
Toronto, ON
submitted on Jul 24, 2024
CA$118K/yr
CA$118K • CA$0
Lead Java Developer
10-14 years
CA$176K/yr
CA$166K • CA$10K
Waterloo, ON
submitted on Jan 23, 2024
CA$176K/yr
CA$166K • CA$10K
Lead Java Developer
7-9 years
CA$118K/yr
CA$118K • CA$0
Montreal, QC
submitted on Jun 8, 2023
CA$118K/yr
CA$118K • CA$0
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Lead Java Developer
4-6 years
CA$89K - CA$103K/yr
Toronto, ON
submitted on Mar 28, 2022
CA$89K - CA$103K/yr
Lead Java Developer
10-14 years
CA$123K - CA$143K/yr
Toronto, ON
submitted on Mar 26, 2021
CA$123K - CA$143K/yr
Lead Java Developer
10-14 years
CA$97K - CA$112K/yr
Toronto, ON
submitted on Mar 10, 2021
CA$97K - CA$112K/yr
Lead Java Developer
7-9 years
CA$101K - CA$117K/yr
Montreal, QC
submitted on Sep 16, 2020
CA$101K - CA$117K/yr
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Frequently asked questions about Lead Java Developer salaries
How much does a Lead Java Developer in Canada make?
The average salary for a Lead Java Developer is CA$115,420 per year or CA$55 per hour in Canada, which is 31% lower than the national average. Top earners have reported making up to CA$190,480 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in Canada is between CA$91,714 (25th percentile) and CA$148,140 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 8 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Lead Java Developer employees in Canada as of June 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Lead Java Developer in Canada?
The highest salary for a Lead Java Developer in Canada is CA$148,140 per year, CA$12,345 per month or CA$71 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Lead Java Developer in Canada?
The lowest salary for a Lead Java Developer in Canada is CA$91,714 per year, CA$7,643 per month or CA$44 per hour.
What is the salary trajectory of a Lead Java Developer?
The salary trajectory of a Lead Java 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.




