Senior Java Web Developer

Next Generation Inc Open

Remote Chicago Full-time Senior Frontend Engineering

At a glance

Senior Frontend Engineering role at Next Generation Inc. Remote, United States · full-time · $115,000–$135,000 base.

SalaryStated by Next Generation Inc

$115,000 – $135,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

This role, from Next Generation IncOur estimate for the market: $125,000–$145,400Median $127,550

The range includes the market median of $127,550 for senior frontend engineering roles in Chicago, compared against the Chicago market.

Worked out from 6 postings that stated pay, median $127,550. Last updated Nov 5, 2026.

RoleFrontend Engineering

SenioritySenior

LocationChicago

WorkplaceRemote

EmploymentFull-time

Base pay$115,000–$135,000

PostedOct 8, 2025

Role brief

remoteroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Build and test Java web applications and REST services, covering both backend and frontend work
Turn business needs into code and maintain the design and code documentation required by development standards
Investigate incoming defects, rank them by urgency, resolve them against service timelines and escalate when needed
Review vendor application upgrades and help teammates share knowledge across client application work

What you bring

At least seven years in programming analysis, software development, IT consulting or a comparable role
Strong working knowledge of Java, AngularJS, Spring and related development tools, including the other listed platforms
A bachelor’s degree in computer science is strongly preferred
You must know SOAP UI and Postman

Who this fits

This senior role suits someone comfortable handling client application support, switching between priorities and working independently while coordinating with a team. The position is remote.

From the employer

Senior Java Web Developer

Job Title: Senior Java Web Developer

Job Summary:

We are a seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Web Developer with at least 6+ years of experience. This is a remote work position. The Senior Java Web Developer will work on supporting web and API-based software solutions for clients. This individual will be responsible for designing, developing, unit/integration testing, and implementing these solutions.

Job Requirements:

Collaborating with a team of application specialists in supporting our client's enterprise applications
Developing and unit testing REST web services and solutions using https-based web applications. Knowledge of tools like SOAP UI and Postman is a must
Translating business requirements into code in compliance with defined development standards, including all code documentation and design documentation
Writing backend as well as frontend code for web-based applications
Resolving defects in a timely and thorough manner based on SLAs.
Assessing and triage issues at various levels based on priority and urgency
Escalating issues to management, as appropriate
Simultaneously managing multiple priorities to ensure timelines are met
Participating in cross training and knowledge sharing of best practices, both within and outside of the team.
Rapidly learning new applications and technologies as new systems are added to the client programs
Promoting teamwork and effective communication. Fostering mutually beneficial working relationships with all client team members.
Delivering defect-free solutions that are compliant with industry and application best practices.
Analyzing periodic, vendor-released application upgrades

Key Responsibilities:

Analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent client focus
The ability to work well under pressure and to perform to deadlines
Team player who is self-aware
Sound decision making ability with the ability to consult where needed
High level of attention to detail and a desire to drive quality
The ability to work unsupervised
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationery most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Programmer/Analyst, Software Developer, IT Consultant, or similar occupation. Skills Required
Solid experience with Java, AngularJS, Spring Framework, Spring Security, Hibernate, Maven, Bootstrap, Oracle, JBoss, GitLab, SQL Developer/Toad, JIRA, JBoss Cruise Control and Eclipse
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science highly preferred

Job Benefits: