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Senior Java Software Engineer Salaries

Senior Java Software Engineer salaries in Canada

Base pay
$82K - $112K/yr
$96K/yrAverage base pay
Additional salary
$6K/yrAverage
$3K - $12K/yrRange
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Last updated Jun 17, 2026652 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Job prospects for engineers in Canada are good, with ample opportunities across the country. Starting salaries are high, especially in Alberta where the construction industry is thriving. Architectural and design services are the largest employers of Canadian engineers, but the field of biomechanical engineering is also rapidly growing with rising wages. Workers in the engineering industry require post-secondary education and ongoing training to maintain their skills.Show more

Frequently asked questions about Senior Java Software Engineer salaries

The average salary for a Senior Java Software Engineer is $102,054 per year or $49 per hour in Canada, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $149,677 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in Canada is between $85,548 (25th percentile) and $123,586 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 652 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Java Software Engineer employees in Canada as of June 2026.
The highest salary for a Senior Java Software Engineer in Canada is $123,586 per year, $10,299 per month or $59 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Senior Java Software Engineer in Canada is $85,548 per year, $7,129 per month or $41 per hour.
The salary trajectory of a Senior Java Software Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $80,117 per year (estimate) and goes up to $155,156 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
About 69.30% of Senior Java Software Engineer professionals feel satisfied with their salary, according to anonymous Glassdoor ratings. An additional $6,129 in potential pay per year, among other factors, can qualify the annual pay of a Senior Java Software Engineer in Canada as a good salary.
Senior Java Software Engineer professionals in Canada have a wide total pay range, between $73,598 and $149,677 depending on experience, with an estimated total pay of $102,054 following the average career path of a Senior Java Software Engineer.
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