Senior Java Software Developer Salaries
How much does a Senior Java Software Developer make?
Total pay range
$148K - $245K/yr
$189K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$117K - $189K/yrBase pay
$30K - $56K/yrAdditional pay
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Popular companies for Senior Java Software Developers
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Top paying industries
The top 2 paying industries for a Senior Java Software Developer in United States are Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $157,480 and Media & Communication with a median total pay of $149,893.
The top paying company in Management & Consulting for Senior Java Software Developer is HeadStream.
The top paying company in Media & Communication for Senior Java Software Developer is Pearson.
Management & Consulting
$157,480
Management & Consulting
The top paying company in Management & Consulting for Senior Java Software Developer is HeadStream.
Media & Communication
$149,893
Management & Consulting
The top paying company in Management & Consulting for Senior Java Software Developer is HeadStream.
Recent salaries shared by Senior Software Developer (Java)
5 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Senior Software Developer (Java)
15+ years
$120K - $140K/yr
Raleigh, NC
submitted on Mar 13, 2023
$120K - $140K/yr
Senior Software Developer (Java)
15+ years
$132K - $154K/yr
Aurora, CO
submitted on Mar 31, 2022
$132K - $154K/yr
Senior Software Developer (Java)
15+ years
$83K - $97K/yr
San Francisco, CA
submitted on Mar 10, 2022
$83K - $97K/yr
Senior Software Developer (Java)
10-14 years
$93K - $108K/yr
Pittsburgh, PA
submitted on Nov 2, 2021
$93K - $108K/yr
Senior Software Developer (Java)
4-6 years
$105K - $122K/yr
Malvern, PA
submitted on Aug 23, 2021
$105K - $122K/yr
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Frequently asked questions about Senior Software Developer (Java) salaries
How much does a Senior Software Developer (Java) in United States make?
The average salary for a Senior Software Developer (Java) is $189,228 per year or $91 per hour in United States, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $307,512 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in United States is between $147,683 (25th percentile) and $245,249 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 84 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Software Developer (Java) employees in United States as of June 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Senior Software Developer (Java) in United States?
The highest salary for a Senior Software Developer (Java) in United States is $245,249 per year, $20,437 per month or $118 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Senior Software Developer (Java) in United States?
The lowest salary for a Senior Software Developer (Java) in United States is $147,683 per year, $12,307 per month or $71 per hour.
What is the salary trajectory of a Senior Software Developer (Java)?
The salary trajectory of a Senior Software Developer (Java) ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $104,325 per year (estimate) and goes up to $373,587 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.