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Java Engineer Salaries

Java Engineer salaries in Charlotte, NC, United States

Base pay
US$102K - US$159K/yr
US$127K/yrAverage base pay
Additional salary
US$41K/yrAverage
US$31K - US$57K/yrRange
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Java Engineer
10-14 Years
$98K/yr
$98K • $0
Vancouver, BC

submitted on Jun 11, 2025

$98K/yr
$98K • $0
Java Engineer
4-6 Years
$116K - $134K/yr
Montreal, QC

submitted on Jun 27, 2023

$116K - $134K/yr
Java Engineer
7-9 Years
$107K/yr
$107K • $0
Toronto, ON

submitted on May 22, 2023

$107K/yr
$107K • $0
Java Engineer
4-6 Years
$65K - $75K/yr
Vancouver, BC

submitted on Jun 1, 2019

$65K - $75K/yr

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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.Show more

Frequently asked questions about Java Engineer salaries

The average salary for a Java Engineer is US$168,059 per year or US$81 per hour in Charlotte, NC, United States, which is 102% higher than the national average. Top earners have reported making up to US$269,437 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in Charlotte, NC, United States is between US$132,313 (25th percentile) and US$216,346 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 3 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Java Engineer employees in Charlotte, NC, United States as of June 2026.
The highest salary for a Java Engineer in Charlotte, NC, United States is US$216,346 per year, US$18,029 per month or US$104 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Java Engineer in Charlotte, NC, United States is US$132,313 per year, US$11,026 per month or US$64 per hour.
The salary trajectory of a Java Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at US$67,851 per year (estimate) and goes up to US$155,156 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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