Senior Level Java Software Engineer Jobs

Senior level java software engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of system architecture, technical roadmaps, and the cross-functional teams that ship production software at scale. Roles are concentrated across Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Banking & Financial Services, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid positions available, and employers like Citi, Photon, and Cognizant hiring at this level now.

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Open roles232+
Top stateTexas
Top employerCiti
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type82% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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MetLife
Senior JAVA Full Stack Software Engineer
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MetLife
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Senior JAVA Full Stack Software Engineer
MetLife
Whippany, New Jersey
Automation QA
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
$130k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Jefferies LLC
VP, Senior Software Engineer (Java)
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Jefferies LLC
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VP, Senior Software Engineer (Java)
Jefferies LLC
New York, New York
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
$180k - $220k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Morgan Stanley
Senior Java Developer - Rates Derivatives Algo & E-Trading
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Morgan Stanley
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Senior Java Developer - Rates Derivatives Algo & E-Trading
Morgan Stanley
New York, New York
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$155k - $215k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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CLEAR
Senior Software Engineer, Java
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CLEAR
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Senior Software Engineer, Java
CLEAR
New York, New York
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$225k - $300k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Lead Java Full Stack Developer
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Lead Java Full Stack Developer
Sign In Solutions
Texas
Accounting
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
Finance
$110k - $130k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in information technology

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Senior Level Java Software Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Citi
    Citi35
  • Photon
    Photon10
  • Cognizant
    Cognizant10
  • Artech
    Artech8
  • Synechron
    Synechron4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software145
  • Investment & Asset Management44
  • Banking & Financial Services42
  • Consulting & Professional Services37
  • Construction & Real Estate31

Senior Level Java Software Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level java software engineer job?

Employers at this level look for engineers who have owned complex systems end-to-end, not just contributed to them. Demonstrate architectural decision-making, production incident ownership, and a history of mentoring junior engineers. Strong candidates can articulate the tradeoffs behind their technical choices, show measurable impact on system reliability or delivery speed, and speak fluently about distributed systems, concurrency, and performance optimization.

Which companies hire senior level java software engineers?

Companies hiring senior level java software engineers right now include Citi, Photon, and Cognizant, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers large technology firms, financial services companies, and enterprise software organizations that run high-traffic Java-based platforms and need engineers who can lead technical decisions independently.

Are there remote senior level java software engineer jobs?

Yes, remote and hybrid options are widely available at the senior level. About 18% of senior level java software engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting employer confidence in senior engineers who can lead and coordinate distributed teams without close supervision. On-site roles tend to concentrate in fintech and regulated industries.

What makes a java software engineer role senior level?

Senior level roles are defined by scope and ownership, not just technical skill. Engineers at this stage are expected to design systems, set standards, review architecture proposals, and guide less experienced teammates through complex problems. They work with limited oversight, influence product and infrastructure decisions, and are accountable for outcomes across the full software lifecycle rather than individual feature tasks.

Which industries hire the most senior level java software engineers?

Senior level java software engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors rely on high-volume, mission-critical Java applications where architectural stability and experienced engineering leadership directly affect business performance and regulatory compliance.