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Working As A Java Developer

Interacting With Computers
Getting Information
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Thinking Creatively
Processing Information

Mostly Sitting
Repetitive
$69,347
Average Salary

What Does A Java Developer Do

A Java Developer is responsible for the programming and development of applications and software. They conduct software analysis, programming, testing, and debugging.

How To Become A Java Developer

The typical education needed to become a web developer is an associate’s degree in web design or a related field. Web developers need knowledge of both programming and graphic design.

Education

Educational requirements for web developers vary with the setting they work in and the type of work they do. Requirements range from a high school diploma to a bachelor’s degree. An associate’s degree in web design or related field is the most common requirement.

However, for more technical developer positions, such as back-end web developers, some employers prefer workers who have at least a bachelor’s degree in computer science, programming, or a related field.

Web developers need to have a thorough understanding of HTML programming. The most recent version, HTML5, contains new features that web developers need to understand. Many employers also want developers to understand other programming languages, such as JavaScript or SQL, as well as have some knowledge of multimedia publishing tools, such as Flash. Throughout their career, web developers must keep up to date on new tools and computer languages.

Some employers prefer web developers who have both a computer degree and coursework in graphic design, especially if the developer will be heavily involved in the website’s visual appearance.

Advancement

Web developers who have a bachelor’s degree can advance to become project managers. For more information, see the profile on computer and information systems managers.

Important Qualities

Concentration. Web developers must sit at a computer and write detailed code for long periods.

Creativity. Web developers often are involved in designing the appearance of a website and must make sure that it looks innovative and up to date.

Customer-service skills. Webmasters have to respond politely and correctly to user questions and requests.

Detail oriented. When web developers write in HTML, a minor error could cause an entire webpage to stop working.

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Java Developer Career Paths

Java Developer

Engineer Instructor Editor

Content Manager

5 Yearsyrs

Salesforce Developer Development Administrator Senior Software Engineer

Director Of Software Development

12 Yearsyrs

Web Developer Senior Software Engineer

Lead Developer

6 Yearsyrs

J2ee Developer Senior Java Developer

Lead Java Developer

6 Yearsyrs

Senior Software Engineer

Lead Technician

6 Yearsyrs

Web Developer Applications Developer Senior Software Engineer

Principal Software Engineer

10 Yearsyrs

Applications Developer Business Analyst

Quality Assurance Lead

6 Yearsyrs

Java/J2ee Developer Senior Software Engineer

Senior .NET Developer

6 Yearsyrs

Android Developer

Senior Android Developer

6 Yearsyrs

Business Analyst Senior Systems Analyst Senior Software Engineer

Senior ETL Developer

5 Yearsyrs

Java/J2ee Developer

Senior Java Developer

6 Yearsyrs

Developer Analyst Data Analyst SAS Programmer

Senior Programmer

5 Yearsyrs

Lead Technician Systems Administrator Software Engineer

Senior Programmer Analyst

7 Yearsyrs

Senior Java Developer Lead Technician Business Analyst

Senior Quality Assurance Analyst

6 Yearsyrs

Lead Technician Technical Support Specialist Quality Assurance Analyst

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

7 Yearsyrs

Interactive Developer Senior Web Developer

Senior Software Engineer

6 Yearsyrs

Front End Developer Interactive Developer Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer/Architect

10 Yearsyrs

Senior Software Engineer Project Leader Business Analyst

Senior Systems Analyst

7 Yearsyrs

Applications Developer Data Analyst Web Developer

Senior Web Developer

6 Yearsyrs

Salesforce Administrator Development Administrator Senior Software Engineer

Senior/Lead Developer

7 Yearsyrs

Average Length of Employment

Lead Application Developer 3.4 years
Software Engineer 3.2 years
Senior Web Application Developer 2.9 years
Software Developer 2.7 years
Coldfusion Developer 2.7 years
Senior/Lead Developer 2.7 years
Java/J2ee Developer 2.4 years
Senior Java Developer 2.4 years
Contract Developer 2.3 years
Developer 2.2 years
Web Developer 2.1 years
Java Architect 2.0 years
Java Developer 2.0 years
Lead Java Developer 2.0 years
Java Software Developer 1.9 years
J2ee Developer 1.8 years
Java Web Developer 1.8 years
Java/J2ee Programmer 1.7 years
Java Consultant 1.7 years
Senior Java Consultant 1.7 years
Java Programmer 1.7 years
Java Application Developer 1.6 years
Junior Java Developer 1.5 years
Mobile Applications Developer 1.5 years
Junior Developer 1.4 years
Junior Application Developer 1.4 years
Junior Software Developer 1.3 years

Top Careers Before Java Developer

Java/J2ee Developer 19.6%
Software Engineer 12.1%
Junior Java Developer 9.4%
Software Developer 8.2%
Senior Java Developer 7.1%
J2ee Developer 6.4%
Developer 6.1%
Java Programmer 4.4%
Programmer Analyst 4.0%
Senior Software Engineer 3.7%
Web Developer 3.5%
Programmer 2.3%
Applications Developer 2.1%
Research And Development Internship 1.9%
Interactive Developer 1.8%
Internship 1.7%
Java Consultant 1.7%
Consultant 1.7%
Java Web Developer 1.2%
Systems Analyst 1.1%

Top Careers After Java Developer

Java Developer Demographics

Gender

Male
64.7%
Female
30.0%
Unknown
5.3%

Ethnicity

White
49.5%
Asian
36.8%
Hispanic or Latino
7.3%
Unknown
4.8%
Black or African American
1.6%

Languages Spoken

Spanish
21.0%
Chinese
14.5%
Mandarin
9.7%
Carrier
8.1%
Russian
8.1%
German
4.8%
French
4.8%
Arabic
4.8%
Portuguese
3.2%
Urdu
3.2%
Cantonese
3.2%
Hindi
3.2%
Polish
3.2%
Hebrew
1.6%
Dakota
1.6%
Japanese
1.6%
Korean
1.6%
Thai
1.6%

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Java Developer Education

Schools

Maharishi University of Management
10.4%
More Tech Institute
9.8%
New York University
9.5%
University of Central Missouri
7.0%
Texas Tech University
6.6%
Illinois Institute of Technology
6.0%
New Jersey Institute of Technology
5.1%
University of Arizona
4.6%
Northwest Missouri State University
4.2%
University of Georgia
4.2%
University of Texas at Dallas
4.0%
George Mason University
4.0%
Texas A&M University
4.0%
University of Delaware
3.4%
Northwestern Polytechnic University
3.3%
University of Florida
3.1%
University of North Texas
2.8%
University of Houston
2.7%
Boston University
2.7%
George Washington University
2.5%

Majors

Degrees

Bachelors
55.4%
Masters
36.8%
Other
5.1%
Associate
0.8%
Doctorate
0.7%
Certificate
0.7%
Diploma
0.5%
License
0.0%

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Real Java Developer Salaries

Job Title	Company	Location	Start Date	Salary
Software Developer/Java Developer	Riyantech Software Solutions Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 06, 2018	$100,500
Full Stack Java Developer	Anira Solutions Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Jan 16, 2018	$96,000
Fullstack Java Developer	Anira Solutions Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 16, 2018	$96,000
Java Developer	Anira Solutions Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 16, 2018	$96,000
Java Developer	GVA Infotech Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 16, 2018	$96,000
Full Stack Java Developer	GVA Infotech Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Jan 16, 2018	$96,000
Java Fullstack Developer	GVA Infotech Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 16, 2018	$96,000
Java Fullstack Developer	Anira Solutions Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 16, 2018	$96,000
Java Python Developer	GVA Infotech Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Jan 02, 2018	$95,000
Java Developer	Learnbeyond, Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 15, 2018	$93,000
Java Developer	Moxie It Solutions Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Nov 25, 2016	$89,000
Software Developer/Java Developer	Moxie It Solutions Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 16, 2015	$72,000
Java Developer	Isolvers, Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Jul 09, 2017	$70,803
Java/Spring Developer	E-Giants Technologies LLC	Ashburn, VA	Sep 04, 2018	$70,283
Java Developer	Viewsoft Inc.	Ashburn, VA	May 07, 2018	$70,283
Java Developer	Sena Info Technologies, Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Mar 12, 2015	$70,000
Java Developer	GVA Infotech Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 18, 2017	$70,000
Java Developer	Idigital Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 16, 2016	$70,000
Java Developer	Zillion Technologies Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Apr 15, 2016	$70,000
Java Developer	Concert Tech Corporation	Ashburn, VA	Feb 02, 2015	$70,000
Java Developer	Anira Solutions Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 18, 2017	$70,000
Java Developer	Sena Info Technologies, Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Aug 17, 2015	$69,638
Java Developer	Client Focus LLC	Ashburn, VA	Jul 14, 2015	$69,056
Java Developer	Melbourne It DBS, Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Oct 01, 2012	$68,000 - $78,000
Java Developer	Anira Solutions Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Oct 09, 2016	$66,000
Java Developer	GVA Infotech Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Oct 09, 2016	$66,000
Java Developer	Cygtec, Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Sep 16, 2016	$61,000
Java Developer	Sena Info Technologies, Inc.	Ashburn, VA	Apr 18, 2016	$60,549
Java Developer	Client Focus LLC	Ashburn, VA	Jul 14, 2015	$55,120

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Top Skills for A Java Developer

Top Java Developer Skills

Web Application
JSP
Html

You can check out examples of real life uses of top skills on resumes here:

Implemented JSON with Flex to feed Data grids into the web application.
Designed and developed JSP pages for modules reporting.
Designed and developed the HTML front end screens and validated forms using JavaScript.
Design and coding of screens involving complex calculations on various data windows accessing different tables on the oracle database.
Develop and maintain J2EE components including JSPs, and Servlets.