Java Developer Freelance Jobs (remote only)

A recent study by Stack Overflow shows that Java isn't losing traction. In the programming languages rating, it takes the fifth place with 40,2% software developers using this technology.

Java turned 25 years in 2020. It means that its legacy (in a good sense) will continue to strive. If you're a freelance Java Software Developer, you'll definitely stay in demand due to a huge number of job applications that need the development of new features and maintenance, hence top companies hire freelance Java developers at a steady pace.

Moreover, a growing trend for freelance work dictates its rules on the IT job market. Here at EPAM Anywhere, we offer a variety of jobs for Java Full Stack Developer for different qualification levels. If you'd like to discover what it takes to successfully apply for a job on our platform, read on!

Key skills and qualifications for Java Developer jobs at EPAM Anywhere

Java is a multifunctional language that allows developers to create applications of any kind: from Android mobile apps and desktop applications to Big Data, embedded, and web apps.

As a result, mobile and web freelance Java Developers must offer a variety of job competencies (not to mention a perfect command of Java) to stand out of the competition:

• Strong knowledge of OOP and design patterns.
• Strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
• Databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL.
• JDBC knowledge and basic knowledge of Hibernate.
• Knowledge of application testing approaches like TDD and BDD.
• Web services, such as XML and JSONBasic.
• Hands-on experience with popular Java frameworks like Spring, Blade, and Spark.
• Ability to set up a quality code review process.
• Java EE configuration and management.

These are essential job skills that should be complemented with these soft skills:

• Speaking and written English B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level to easily communicate with the team and clients.
• Excellent communication skills to motivate the team members, mentor them, negotiate with third parties, and resolve conflicts if necessary.
• Great time management skills to keep up with the freelance workflow and continuous learning mindset to develop professionally.

Main Duties for Java Developer Freelance Jobs

As a rule, freelance Java Developers work with existing software products, developing extra functionality or providing application support. Thus, they have to interact with other developers, a client's team, and project stakeholders. Quite often, Java programmers learn other backend and frontend languages to understand the structure of a legacy application. In descriptions of freelance Java Developer you'll find the following job duties:

• Work with customers to clarify the issues, elicit requirements, and sync up on the work statuses.
• Devising software architecture and code development.
• Application testing, identification of occurring errors, and troubleshooting.
• Testing applications and services, identifying errors.
• Technical support of applications during their lifecycle.

Finding Java Developer Freelance Jobs: What's Next?

Tired of looking for Java Developer freelance jobs that don't bring you any rewarding feeling or professional growth? EPAM Anywhere is a platform that offers only vetted and approved enterprise-level projects with global clients.

You don't need to look for projects and do the management work – we've already done it for you. Simply apply for a suitable mobile or Web freelance Java Developer jobs and enjoy our hassle-free and automated hiring process.