Top 133 Java backend developer Jobs in Illinois

Java Developer
SCIGON —Oak Brook, IL
- $86,250 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Azure
- 5 years
- System design
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Senior Java Web Developer
Next Generation Inc. (NGI) —Chicago, IL
- $115,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Computer science
- 6 years
- Computer Science
Senior Java Software Web Developer
Next Generation Inc. (NGI) —Chicago, IL
- $115,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Computer science
- 6 years
- Computer Science
Senior Java Full Stack Web Developer
Next Generation Inc. (NGI) —Illinois
- $115,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Computer science
- 6 years
- Computer Science
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Full Stack Java Developer
Bhuvi IT Solutions —Chicago, IL
- $55 - $60 an hour
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- AWS
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Backend Software Engineer (USA Remote)
Turnitin, LLC —Chicago, IL
- $112,125 - $186,875 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 5 years
- Java
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Microservices Developer
Wilson Sporting Goods Co. —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $115,000 a year
- Part-time
- Computer Science
- Salesforce
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Java Developer - Chicago
RedMane Technology —Chicago, IL
- $75,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- System design
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Junior Software Engineer
Supernova Technology —Chicago, IL
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Software Engineer - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Rockford, IL
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Writing skills
- English
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Staff Software Engineer - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Rockford, IL
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Writing skills
- English
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Staff Software Engineer - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Aurora, IL
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Writing skills
- English
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Software Engineer - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Aurora, IL
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Writing skills
- English
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Java Full Stack Developer - Hybrid
Flex Employee Services —Chicago, IL
- $60 - $70 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- 3 years
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Web Developer
CAI —Chicago, IL
- $100 - $115 an hour
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Computer Science
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Software Engineer
Optum —Schaumburg, IL
- $72,800 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Pass drug screening
3d
Technical Lead / Lead Java Backend Developer
The AES Group —Chicago, IL
- Hybrid work
- Computer science
- Management
- Computer Science
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fullstack developer
Capgemini —Rosemont, IL
- $33.29 - $52.01 an hour
- Contract
- Software troubleshooting
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
UI Front End Developer
Robotics Technologies —Chicago, IL
- Azure
- DevOps
- Mid-level
Lead Java Developer
Eleks —Chicago, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Master's degree

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Java Developer

SCIGON
Oak Brook, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$86,250 - $115,000 a year

Qualifications

Containerization systems
Spring Boot
Secure web application development
Software engineering
Enterprise software
IT system monitoring
Public Cloud
Scalable systems
Enterprise software systems development
Microservices
Version control systems
Log analysis tools
Scalability
Agile software development
DevOps automation
Agile planning
Stakeholder management
System performance monitoring

Full Job Description

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Java Developer (Enterprise Applications)

Salary: $86,250-$115,000

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Java-based technologies, a solid understanding of backend architecture, and experience working in complex, distributed environments.

This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that support critical business operations and drive digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Application Development

Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Java.
Build scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs.
Translate business and technical requirements into robust software solutions.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.
Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to development guidelines.

System Integration & Architecture

Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices.
Work with relational and NoSQL databases to support application data needs.
Collaborate on system design, architecture, and performance optimization.
Ensure applications are secure, reliable, and scalable.

DevOps & Delivery

Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
Support application lifecycle management, including testing, release, and monitoring.
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues and performance bottlenecks.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with business analysts, architects, and product owners to define requirements.
Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Provide technical guidance and mentor junior developers as needed.
Maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation.

Required Qualifications

Experience

5+ years of experience in software development using Java.
Proven experience building enterprise-level applications in complex environments.
Experience developing and deploying scalable backend systems and services.
Experience working in Agile or Scrum development teams.

Technical Skills

Strong proficiency in:
- Java (Java 8 or higher)
- Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security)
- RESTful API development
Experience with:
- Microservices architecture
- SQL and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB)
- Version control systems (e.g., Git)
- CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
Familiarity with:
- Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
- Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Application monitoring and logging tools

Nice to Have

Experience working with video platforms or streaming technologies (e.g., video processing, streaming APIs, media services, or content delivery networks)
Familiarity with event-driven architecture and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ)
Exposure to frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular)
Experience with authentication and identity management solutions (OAuth2, SSO)

Preferred Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Adaptability in fast-paced, evolving technology environments
Continuous learning mindset and interest in emerging technologies

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