Java Developer in Sydney

What is a Java Developer?

Java is a widely-used – and one of the most popular – programming language used to create applications on websites, in video games, and in various software applications.

A Java Developer is a developer who specialises in using Java to design and build Java-based applications. They often work alongside software engineers and web developers in order to integrate their code into a larger project.

Java Developer job description

Java Developers are primarily responsible for programming and building Java-based products or solutions. However, they may also be responsible for:

Being actively involved in the product development lifecycle

Testing and debugging new applications and/or code

Creating and maintaining technical documents

Enduring design meets project requirements

Maintaining and updating existing code/applications

What skills and qualifications should a Java Developer have?

While a tertiary education in software development, mathematics, or computer science is recommended, it is not required. Instead, candidates should be able to demonstrate:

Experience working with Java, JavaScript, Java applets, servlets, and JavaBeans

Experience working with Java frameworks

Knowledge of HTML5, and CSS3

Understanding of relational databases; SQL/NoSQL and ORM

Soft skills should include:

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Project management

Translating technical concepts to non-tech clients

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Salary for Java Developer in Sydney

89880 - 128400

25th Percentile

89880

The applicant has limited or no experience in the position and is still developing their skills.

Demand: Low

50th Percentile

105930

The applicant has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.

Demand: Moderate

75th Percentile

128400

The applicant has above-average experience, has (nearly) all necessary skills, and may also have specialised qualifications.

Demand: High

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25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

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Senior .Net Developer

144450

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165850

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159430

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180295

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74900

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160500

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74900

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98440

123050

140170

Senior Front End / JavaScript Developer

150870

164245

180830

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98440

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98440

123050

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150335

162640

170665

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74900

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89880

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89880

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