Sr Java Backend Developer: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
How much does a Sr Java Backend Developer make?
Total pay range
$120K - $192K/yr
$151K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$101K - $156K/yrBase pay
$19K - $36K/yrAdditional pay
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Frequently asked questions about Sr Java Backend Developer salaries
The average salary for a Sr Java Backend Developer is $151,441 per year or $73 per hour, with top earners making up to $237,270 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $120,395 (25th percentile) to $192,356 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 3 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Sr Java Backend Developer employees.
The highest salary for a Sr Java Backend Developer is $192,356 per year, $16,030 per month or $92 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Sr Java Backend Developer is $120,395 per year, $10,033 per month or $58 per hour.
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