Java Developer Salaries

How much does a Java Developer make in Canada?

Total pay range
CA$57K - CA$92K/yr
CA$72K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
CA$54K - CA$85K/yrBase pay
CA$2K - CA$7K/yrAdditional pay
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Job title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base Additional pay
Java Developer
10-14 Years
CA$74K/yr
CA$74K • CA$0
Victoria, BC
CA$74K/yr
CA$74K • CA$0
Java Developer
15+ Years
CA$197K/yr
CA$197K • CA$0
Toronto, ON
CA$197K/yr
CA$197K • CA$0
Java Developer
4-6 Years
CA$114K/yr
CA$114K • CA$0
Toronto, ON
CA$114K/yr
CA$114K • CA$0
Java Developer
4-6 Years
CA$90K/yr
CA$85K • CA$5K
Toronto, ON
CA$90K/yr
CA$85K • CA$5K
Java Developer
10-14 Years
CA$136K - CA$158K/yr
Calgary, AB
CA$136K - CA$158K/yr
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Java Developer
10-14 Years
CA$107K/yr
CA$107K • CA$0
Quebec, QC
CA$107K/yr
CA$107K • CA$0
Java Developer
1-3 Years
CA$117K - CA$135K/yr
Toronto, ON
CA$117K - CA$135K/yr
Java Developer
10-14 Years
CA$83K/yr
CA$83K • CA$0
Montreal, QC
CA$83K/yr
CA$83K • CA$0
Java Developer
4-6 Years
CA$80K/yr
CA$80K • CA$0
Regina Beach, SK
CA$80K/yr
CA$80K • CA$0
Java Developer
4-6 Years
CA$105K/yr
CA$105K • CA$0
Toronto, ON
CA$105K/yr
CA$105K • CA$0

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Frequently asked questions about Java Developer salaries

The average salary for a Java Developer is CA$71,723 per year or CA$34 per hour in Canada, which is 41% higher than the national average. Top earners have reported making up to CA$115,101 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in Canada is between CA$56,531 (25th percentile) and CA$91,622 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 316 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Java Developer employees in Canada as of June 2026.
The highest salary for a Java Developer in Canada is CA$91,622 per year, CA$7,635 per month or CA$44 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Java Developer in Canada is CA$56,531 per year, CA$4,711 per month or CA$27 per hour.
Java developers can provide a steady income for their family. Salaries for java developers are very good. Their starting salary is higher than the average Canadian. Java developers make the most amount of money in British Columbia, Ontario, and Alberta. Urban areas and cities are where salaries are the highest for java developers. If you are looking to make more money as a java developer, you can work within an e-commerce firm or a private information technology firm.
If you’re a Java developer looking to make more money, it might be worth the investment to earn an advanced degree in computer science, like a Master’s of Science in software development, computer information systems, or computing and technology. This isn’t necessarily a field that requires advanced education, though, so you may find it more worth your while to get certifications. Some examples include Oracle Certified Associate Java Programmer, Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer, Spring Professional Certification, Apache Spark Developer Certification, and Professional Scrum Master Certification.
Whether you want to earn more in your current role, or you want to negotiate a higher salary from a job offer you’ve recently received, it can help to compare the numbers to what’s on offer from other employers hiring Java developers. If your applications have made a measurable difference in profits or revenue, you’ll be in a stronger position to negotiate. The other thing to consider is whether you’d be open to a remote role. The vast majority of software development roles (including Java developer roles) can be done from anywhere in the world, virtually. You may be able to secure a higher-paying role based in a different city, province, or even country depending on your willingness to work in this capacity.