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Senior java developer salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Senior Java Developer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$132,698
Average $132,698
Low $88,082
High $199,913

The average salary for a senior java developer is $132,698 per year in the United States. 1.7k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 19, 2026).

Senior Java Developer job openings in United States

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Senior Java Developer
Remote
Part-time
1 month ago

Highest paying companies for Senior Java Developer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Pinnacle Group
 
$312,000per year
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Intraedge
 
$270,000per year
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Nigel Frank International
 
$255,000per year
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Apple
 
$243,325per year
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Engtal
 
$241,667per year
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DTS
 
$234,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Senior Java Developers near United States

  1. McLean, VA
    $167,149 per year
  2. New York, NY
    $152,549 per year
  3. Chicago, IL
    $150,172 per year
  4. Irving, TX
    $137,082 per year
  5. Austin, TX
    $121,017 per year

Where can a Senior Java Developer earn more?

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