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With over 15 years of all-rounded expertise in staff software engineering and architecture, I boast a proven track record in designing highly scalable compute-intensive workflows. My focus industries span fintech, e-commerce/retail, and private/public cloud data processing and management. I command a broad range of computer science skills, from design and implementation to RESTful services and distributed systems. A certified Scrum Master, I lead feature tracks roadmaps with Agile methodologies, employing Test Driven Development. Lastly, I bring a fresh cosmopolitan drive, dynamic, and assertive presence to the teams I work with. I collaborate closely with top companies, startups, and entrepreneurs to ensure that their projects are not only completed on time but also excel in quality and performance. Through clear and effective communication, I ensure that all stakeholders are aligned and informed throughout the project lifecycle. My dedication to code excellence and adherence to industry best practices guarantee that the software solutions delivered are robust, scalable, and maintainable. By setting and upholding high delivery standards, I empower teams to achieve their goals efficiently and exceed expectations.

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Architect with experience of 8+ years in Frontend +Backend+big data I Have worked across various domains in my career did freelancing as well as worked for top product based companies I have expertise in payment, Ecommerce, Banking domain as well as i have knowledge of building enterprise web application and Windows , Linux native applications which can scale at high level I am java certified professional and I am having below mentioned certificates • Java Certified- Oracle certified java developer • Web component certified -Oracle Certified Web Component developer • Certified Spring boot and Aws architect. My experience is vastly distributed across technologies, such as: • Backend Solutions System Designing ,Complex application designs ,Data structure and algorithm,Architecturing Test Driven development,Team management,Windows native application,Web Applications • Tools and Tech: Language: Java ,Golang, Kotlin , Python ,Typescript,Javascript,Ruby Data base: Cassandra, Mongo-Db,Postgresql,CouchBase,MySql,Oracle,Sql and Plsql Caching: Redis,MemCache, Framework: Hibernate,Spring Jpa, Spring boot,React-Go,Dynamo-Db,Spring-Cloud,Spring-Mvc CI/CD: Jenkins, Aws-Codecommit, BitBucket, AzureDevops, Continuous Delivery Cloud: Aws and Azure Messaging-Queue: Kafka,Aws-msk,Azure-EventHub Architecture: Microservices,EventDriven,Monolithic,Windows native application Have knowledge of concurrency and event driven systems . • Front End Technologies JavaScript, jQuery, Angular 2, Typescript,React ,Es6,npm,web pack, grunt • Hadoop Ecosystems Spark, scala, hdfs ,Mapreduce,Hadoop,scoop,hive,

Java • 9 yrsDatabaseAlgorithmSpring BootSystem DesignData structureMicroservicesTerraformgRPCGoSQLNode.jsSpringCloudMemcacheKibanaPrometheusElastic StackAWSOOPGruntReactJavaScriptDynamoDBAWS LambdaHibernate ORM
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Vetted Java developer in the Netherlands (UTC+2)

A Senior Software Engineer and Tech lead with technical and management experience under my belt. I have been working in iOS technology for the past 9 years. I have extensive experience writing apps from scratch starting with requirement gathering, working with app designers, implementation, testing, releasing to the app store, and maintenance.

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Wei-Sheng S., Java freelance coder
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Wei-Sheng S.

Vetted Java developer in Taiwan (UTC+8)

I am an experienced Android developer with skills in Java, Kotlin, MVVM, and various other programming languages. I have worked at Google, Airbnb, Facebook, Yahoo, and Broadcom, developing various apps and features.

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Jonathan R.

Vetted Java developer in the United States (UTC-5)

Software Engineer with 3+ years of experience in full-stack development, web design, and data science. Proven ability to design and implement complex software systems using multiple programming languages and frameworks.

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Alexander R.

Vetted Java developer in the United Kingdom (UTC+1)

Senior Engineering Manager @ Meta, HSBC, MOO Experience - Banking, Payments, eCommerce, Integrity and Privacy Project management, Engineers growth, Communication, Conflict resolution, Hiring, Culture, Processes

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Garrett M., Java freelance developer
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Garrett M.

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I have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with a minor in Math from the University of Maryland. I previously worked at Microsoft as the lead developer of a deployment service and Google where I worked as an internal consultant completing dozens of assignments for happy teams. I have professional experience in popular languages like Java, C#, and Python and experience from personal projects in newer technologies like Rust, Typescript, Elm, and many more. I enjoy the detailed knowledge of how software works, especially when it comes to performance. Some examples of what that means: * I know the tradeoffs of using an asynchronous solution (e.g. promises) versus a multithreaded solution. * I understand how performance is affected by cache misses, branch predictions, code inlining, and pointer indirection (e.g. java objects). * In a linux context, I know the difference between file descriptors, file descriptions, and file inodes. I'm looking to take my skills to solve real problems, work with great people, and leave the systems and teams I interact with better than I found them.

Java • 4 yrsC#Python.NETLinuxSQLTypeScriptJavaScriptPerformance TestingFunctional TestingPowerShell
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Ryan V., Java developer for hire
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Ryan V.

Vetted Java developer in the United States (UTC-4)

MBA graduate with 15+ years experience in mobile computing industry. Involved in building successful products, sales programs, product marketing plans and launches of mobile and web solutions. Extensive background in: iPhone/iPad Application Development, Android Application Development, PHP Development, Product Development, Product Definition, Business Strategy, Product Presentation, SW Development Process, Marketing analysis of technology, Team management

JavaScript • 8 yrsJava • 7 yrsSwiftiOSXcodeObjective-CMobile App DevelopmentMySQLNode.jsAndroidFirebasePHPAndroid Studio
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Chris R., freelance Java developer
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Vetted Java developer in the United States (UTC-6)

Over the last 15 years, I've worked as a teacher, a support engineer, a data engineer, and a software engineer. In all that time, the most engaging and satisfying work was always helping other people learn and overcome challenging issues. I have professional experience with the following languages/technologies: * Python * Java * Bash * Web (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript) * SQL (multiple dialects) * Korn * Perl * C * Android * Docker * Linux * Git I've developed everything from simple scripts that automate repetitive tasks, to ETL pipelines, to full stack web applications (the API and backend services, as well as the HTML/CSS/JavaScript frontend), and along the way I've mentored engineers, students, and non-technical people wanting to level up their skills.

Java • 10 yrsPythonRESTful APILinuxSQLJavaScriptTypeScriptReactCPerlKornShell
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Vetted Java developer in the United States (UTC-5)

I'm looking forward to mentoring you or helping your team with any phase of the product development cycle. I've had a varied career across nearly every role (SWE, EM, PM) in product development, from the nuts and bolts of mobile app performance to UI-focused user growth projects.

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The Java programming language is used by over 9 million developers. More than 20 years after its initial release, Java is still used widely in enterprises, startups, and companies everywhere.

If you’re looking to hire Java developers, the following sections will cover what you should know to find the right candidate for your job or freelance project. We’ll first go over some background information on Java, the tools and frameworks that Java developers use, then go into detail about where and how to find them. Lastly, we’ll cover Java developer salaries and hourly rates.

Java Languages and Development Tools

Aside from the common adoption and use of Java, this high-level programming language has staying power because its creators continue to improve it and keep it relevant to current use cases such as:

  • Real-time Java applications for embedded use
  • Wireless app development
  • Mobile app development
  • IoT

These trends help stimulate the demand for Java engineers and make it clear that Java will continue to be used for a very long time. According to Chandraprkash Sharma, Senior Java Developer & Technical Architect:

Java’s ubiquity is unstoppable because it empowers small hobby projects to large enterprise systems, and its immense presence in tiny chips, mobile phones, and computers that run our world daily.

Tools, Frameworks, and Scripting Languages

Experienced, high-quality Java developers are knowledgeable in and comfortable with the following languages, frameworks, and tools. Some popular Java Virtual Machine languages include:

  • Clojure. This modern, dynamic dialect of Lisp is used on a Java platform. Clojure treats code as data and uses a Lisp macro system.
  • Apache Groovy. As a powerful, optionally-typed, and dynamic language, Groovy has static-typing and static compilation capabilities. Used on the Java platform, Groovy’s concise, familiar, and easy-to-learn syntax helps developers work more productively.
  • JRuby. This language is a Java implementation of the Ruby interpreter. Although JRuby has many popular Ruby characteristics, it is integrated with the Java platform.

Java programmers should also be familiar with these frameworks:

  • Spring Boot, a new framework from Pivotal, simplifies bootstrapping and the development of new Spring applications.
  • Spring Cloud, a collection of tools from Pivotal that provides solutions to some of the common problems Java software engineering developers encounter when they build distributed systems.
  • Apache Spark, a fast, in-memory data processing engine. Spark delivers general-purpose, distributed data processing that’s suitable for use in many situations. Spark includes SQL, machine learning, graph computation, and stream processing libraries that run on top of the processing engine.

Java development tools include:

  • Git, a distributed version control system that tracks changes in source code during software development. Git coordinates work among developers and tracks changes in any set of files.
  • Docker, a tool that uses containers to make it easier to create, deploy, and run applications. Developers use Docker to automate the deployment of applications as portable, self-sufficient containers that can run in the cloud or on-premises.
  • Selenium WebDriver, a suite of tools that automate web browser activities across many platforms.
  • Jenkins, an open-source automation server written in Java.

Hiring Top Java Developers

The best way to hire the best Java developers is to be clear — clear about the specialized background, skills, and experience you might need in your job description. Also, it never hurts to know where tech talent hang out and how much pay will make your offer competitive.

Not sure where to start with interviewing Java programmers for hire? Here are more than 50 Java interview questions for you to use in your interviews.

Technical Abilities

What profile of knowledge, skills, and experience should your candidates have? It helps to start with the basics.

Foundation knowledge: What should candidates know about Java? For example, should candidates be up-to-date with the latest version of Java, with all its quirks and capabilities? Here are some concepts of what experienced Java developers know:

  • Object-oriented programming
  • The Java ecosystem
  • Concurrency and multithreading
  • The intricacies of SQL queries
  • Data structures and collections
  • JVM and Memory Management
  • Cache coherence and fence instructions
  • Class loading
  • How to optimize garbage collection

Beyond that, think about your specific hiring needs. What will the Java developer be responsible for? What do they need to be able to accomplish with their Java development knowledge? For instance, will the Java developers’ job be til build algorithms, use AI, or create mobile apps? These questions will help you narrow in on the type of Java programmers you need.

You can also consider the types of tasks your Java developer candidate should have done in past projects. Certification can also be a way to learn what candidates can do before they join your project as a freelance Java developer or your company as a full-time member of the developer team.

Soft skills

Although coding ability is often the first thing you look for in a developer, it’s not the whole story. What mix of communication, collaboration, and other non-technical skills do you need?

Should your developer be able to lead meetings? Do they need to work relentlessly until a programming obstacle is overcome? Will they participate in regular scrum meetings or pair programming sessions? Thinking ahead of time helps you better identify the type of developer you need, and also helps them set the right expectations of what your job entails.

Where to Find Java Developers

Since we’ve covered what to look for, it’s time to go into more detail about where to find a Java developer. There’s a knack to finding highly skilled Java developers, and the main thing to remember is, don’t wait for candidates to show up. Take some initiative and look for them — you can refer to these strategies to find developers in addition to the ones below.

Java communities and events

Given Java’s versatility and global popularity, there are plenty of events that Java developers may participate in, giving you many opportunities to meet potential candidates. Here’s a brief list of places to start looking:

Online Java communities

  • Subreddits for entry-level Java developers, advanced Java developers, /r/Java, and many others depending on the specific Java tool or framework that you’re using.
  • JavaWorld: Java tutorials, tech trends, blog posts, and news
  • Q&A and Forums like StackOverFlow, CodeProject, and Coderanch
  • StudyJava.org: It’s where developers go to learn a little Java and have discussions with other Java developers
  • Codementor Community: You can find all the latest Java tutorials written by members of our community

Java Conferences

Java Developer Salaries & Hourly Rates

Now that you’ve gotten the low-down about where Java developers can be found, it’s time to talk about salaries and hourly rates. Many factors determine a Java developer’s pay, however, there are rules-of-thumb pay rates that will help you entice solid talent.

Salaries

As of 2023, the average annual salary of a Java developer is $104,837, according to Indeed. Salaries can vary widely, depending on many important factors, such as education levels, certifications, additional skills, and years of experience as a developer.

Here are some average annual salaries for Java developers in certain states:

  • New York: $133,327
  • California: $126,950
  • Massachusetts: $147,316
  • Florida: $95,739
  • Washington: $136,973
  • Texas: $113,326
  • Colorado: $124,099

Freelance Rates

Hourly rates for freelance Java developers reflect the same, highly variable factors as salaried workers. The average hourly rate of Java developers ranges from $61-80 per hour.

When calculated to monthly and annual pay, this pay range looks like this (for all experience levels with Java):

Average monthly pay: $9,760 to $12,800

Average annual pay: $117,120 to $153,600

Experienced Java developers can earn cost $171,000 or more annually. Keep in mind that the annual salaries from the previous section does not include benefits and other overhead costs.

Next Steps

How can you get maximum value from the time and cost of hiring Java developers? By doing the following:

  • Customize your job description. Each job you hire for has its own unique combination of technical and soft skills and experience that matter most for job success. Use this focus on developer success to choose the technical and non-technical skills that should appear on each job posting.
  • Engage in face-to-face and virtual events. Java developers (at least the ones you want to hire) share high levels of enthusiasm and often mingle in large groups of their peers. These people can be developers that you eventually recruit.
  • Keep your hiring budget in line. Know the average annual salary and hourly pay rates of Java developers. If you want a talented developer, be ready to pay accordingly.

FAQs

Why hire a Java developer?

In today’s world, most companies have code-based needs that require developers to help build and maintain. For instance, if your business has a website or an app, you’ll need to keep it updated to ensure you continue to provide positive user experiences. At times, you may even need to revamp your website or app. This is where hiring a developer becomes crucial.

Depending on the stage and scale of your product and services, you may need to hire a Java developer, multiple developers, or even a full remote developer team to help keep your business running. If you’re a startup or a company running a website, your product will likely grow out of its original skeletal structure. Hiring full-time remote Java developers can help keep your website up-to-date.

How do I hire Java developers?

To hire a Java developer, you need to go through a hiring process of defining your needs, posting a job description, screening resumes, conducting interviews, testing candidates’ skills, checking references, and making an offer.

Arc offers three services to help you hire Java developers effectively and efficiently. Hire full-time Java developers from a vetted candidates pool, with new options every two weeks, and pay through prepaid packages or per hire. Alternatively, hire the top 2.3% of expert freelance Java engineers in 72 hours, with weekly payments.

If you’re not ready to commit to the paid plans, our free job posting service is for you. By posting your job on Arc, you can reach up to 450,000 developers around the world. With that said, the free plan will not give you access to pre-vetted Java developers.

Furthermore, we’ve partnered with compliance and payroll platforms Deel and Remote to make paperwork and hiring across borders easier. This way, you can focus on finding the right Java developer for your company, and let Arc handle the logistics.

Where do I hire the best remote Java developers?

There are two types of platforms you can hire Java programmers from: general and niche marketplaces. General platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Gigster offer a variety of non-vetted talents unlimited to developers. While you can find Java developers on general platforms, top tech talents generally avoid general marketplaces in order to escape bidding wars.

If you’re looking to hire the best remote Java developers, consider niche platforms like Arc that naturally attract and carefully vet their Java developers for hire. This way, you’ll save time and related hiring costs by only interviewing the most suitable remote Java developer candidates.

Some factors to consider when you hire Java developers include the platform’s specialty, developer’s geographical location, and the service’s customer support. Depending on your hiring budget, you may also want to compare the pricing and fee structure.

Make sure to list out all of the important factors when you compare and decide on which remote developer job board and platform to use to find Java developers for hire.

How do I write a Java developer job description?

Writing a good Java developer job description is crucial in helping you hire Java programmers that your company needs. A job description’s key elements include a clear job title, a brief company overview, a summary of the role, the required duties and responsibilities, and necessary and preferred experience. To attract top talent, it's also helpful to list other perks and benefits, such as flexible hours and health coverage.

Crafting a compelling job title is critical as it's the first thing that job seekers see. It should offer enough information to grab their attention and include details on the seniority level, type, and area or sub-field of the position.

Your company description should succinctly outline what makes your company unique to compete with other potential employers. The role summary for your remote Java developer should be concise and read like an elevator pitch for the position, while the duties and responsibilities should be outlined using bullet points that cover daily activities, tech stacks, tools, and processes used.

For a comprehensive guide on how to write an attractive job description to help you hire Java programmers, read our Software Engineer Job Description Guide & Templates.

What skills should I look for in a Java engineer?

The top five technical skills Java developers should possess include proficiency in programming languages, understanding data structures and algorithms, experience with databases, familiarity with version control systems, and knowledge of software testing and debugging.

Meanwhile, the top five soft skills are communication, problem-solving, time management, attention to detail, and adaptability. Effective communication is essential for coordinating with clients and team members, while problem-solving skills enable Java developers to analyze issues and come up with effective solutions. Time management skills are important to ensure projects are completed on schedule, while attention to detail helps to catch and correct issues before they become bigger problems. Finally, adaptability is crucial for Java developers to keep up with evolving technology and requirements.

What kinds of Java programmers are available for hire through Arc?

You can find a variety of Java developers for hire on Arc! At Arc, you can hire on a freelance, full-time, part-time, or contract-to-hire basis. For freelance Java programmers, Arc matches you with the right senior developer in roughly 72 hours. As for full-time remote Java developers for hire, you can expect to make a successful hire in 14 days. To extend a freelance engagement to a full-time hire, a contract-to-hire fee will apply.

In addition to a variety of engagement types, Arc also offers a wide range of developers located in different geographical locations, such as Latin America and Eastern Europe. Depending on your needs, Arc offers a global network of skilled software engineers in various different time zones and countries for you to choose from.

Lastly, our remote-ready Java developers for hire are all mid-level and senior-level professionals. They are ready to start coding straight away, anytime, anywhere.

Why is Arc the best choice for hiring Java developers?

Arc is trusted by hundreds of startups and tech companies around the world, and we’ve matched thousands of skilled Java developers with both freelance and full-time jobs. We’ve successfully helped Silicon Valley startups and larger tech companies like Spotify and Automattic hire Java developers.

Every Java developer for hire in our network goes through a vetting process to verify their communication abilities, remote work readiness, and technical skills (both for depth in Java and breadth across the greater domain). Additionally, HireAI, our GPT-4-powered AI recruiter, enables you to get instant candidate matches without searching and screening.

Not only can you expect to find the most qualified Java engineer on Arc, but you can also count on your account manager and the support team to make each hire a success. Enjoy a streamlined hiring experience with Arc, where we provide you with the developer you need, and take care of the logistics so you don’t need to.

How does Arc vet a developer’s Java skills?

Arc has a rigorous and transparent vetting process for all types of developers. To become a vetted Java developer for hire on Arc, developers must pass a profile screening, complete a behavioral interview, and pass a technical interview or pair programming.

While Arc has a strict vetting process for its verified Java developers, if you’re using Arc’s free job posting plan, you will only have access to non-vetted developers. If you’re using Arc to hire Java developers, you can rest assured that all remote Java developers have been thoroughly vetted for the high-caliber communication and technical skills you need in a successful hire.

How long does it take to find Java developers on Arc?

Arc pre-screens all of our remote Java developers before we present them to you. As such, all the remote Java developers you see on your Arc dashboard are interview-ready candidates who make up the top 2% of applicants who pass our technical and communication assessment. You can expect the interview process to happen within days of posting your jobs to 450,000 candidates. You can also expect to hire a freelance Java programmer in 72 hours, or find a full-time Java programmer that fits your company’s needs in 14 days.

Here’s a quote from Philip, the Director of Engineering at Chegg:

“The biggest advantage and benefit of working with Arc is the tremendous reduction in time spent sourcing quality candidates. We’re able to identify the talent in a matter of days.”

Find out more about how Arc successfully helped our partners in hiring remote Java developers.

How much does a freelance Java developer charge per hour?

Depending on the freelance developer job board you use, freelance remote Java developers' hourly rates can vary drastically. For instance, if you're looking on general marketplaces like Upwork and Fiverr, you can find Java developers for hire at as low as $10 per hour. However, high-quality freelance developers often avoid general freelance platforms like Fiverr to avoid the bidding wars.

When you hire Java developers through Arc, they typically charge between $60-100+/hour (USD). To get a better understanding of contract costs, check out our freelance developer rate explorer.

How much does it cost to hire a full time Java developer?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the medium annual wage for software developers in the U.S. was $120,730 in May 2021. What this amounts to is around $70-100 per hour. Note that this does not include the direct cost of hiring, which totals to about $4000 per new recruit, according to Glassdoor.

Your remote Java developer’s annual salary may differ dramatically depending on their years of experience, related technical skills, education, and country of residence. For instance, if the developer is located in Eastern Europe or Latin America, the hourly rate for developers will be around $75-95 per hour.

For more frequently asked questions on hiring Java developers, check out our FAQs page.

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