Find your next Java Developer freelance job via Striive
Are you an experienced Java Developer who enjoys building and maintaining complex applications? With Striive, you get access to freelance assignments at a variety of clients in sectors such as finance, government, healthcare, e-commerce, and technology. Our platform connects you with organisations seeking your Java expertise, whether it’s developing new software, optimising existing systems, or solving complex technical challenges. Thanks to our smart matching, you quickly find projects that match your skills and ambitions, enabling you to contribute immediately to innovative and scalable solutions.
What does a Java Developer do?
As a Java Developer, you are responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining applications based on Java technology. You often work with frameworks such as Spring or Hibernate and contribute to both backend logic and integration with databases and external systems. You collaborate closely with other developers, testers, and project managers to deliver high-quality software that meets functional and technical requirements. You also stay up to date with developments in the Java ecosystem and apply them to improve application performance and efficiency.
Here are the latest Java Developer jobs available on our platform. Just apply, we’ll take care of the rest for you!
Senior Dev Ops Engineer
Alliander
Backend Java Developer
Politie Nederland
Ontwikkelaar/ Developer
Ministerie van Defensie
Senior tester
Belastingdienst - ICT
Test- en kwaliteitsmanager NAU
Ministerie van Sociale Zaken en Werkgelegenheid (SZW)
Full Stack Developer - Software Engineer
Rijksinstituut voor de Volksgezondheid en Milieu (RIVM)
How does Striive Match
Striive matches your Java experience and technical specialisations to assignments that suit your profile. By specifying your preferences, industries, and technologies in your profile, you only see relevant assignments. This allows you to focus on projects that truly align with your expertise, whether in enterprise development, microservices, or cloud integrations.
Current Java Developer trends
The demand for Java Developers remains strong, with a particular focus on cloud-native applications, microservices architectures, and security. Frameworks like Spring Boot are popular for building scalable, maintainable applications. There is also a high demand for developers with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD expertise. Organisations value Java experts who also bring DevOps skills and API development knowledge.
Contract and compliance
With Striive, all your contracts are digital and fully compliant with Dutch legislation. This means you as a Java Developer always have clarity on rates, hours, and delivery terms, allowing you to focus on your assignment without administrative hassle.
Stand out with a sharp profile
To make your profile stronger, highlight experience with:
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Frameworks like Spring, Spring Boot, and Hibernate
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Microservices architectures and RESTful APIs
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Containerisation and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
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Database management (SQL and NoSQL)
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Agile/Scrum methodologies
Mention projects where you developed or optimised complex Java applications.
Legal Transparency
Striive ensures your contracts are legally watertight, even if changes occur during the project. This protects you against unforeseen circumstances and allows you to fully focus on delivering high-quality work.
Remote jobs?
Many Java Developer assignments can be carried out partly remotely. Indicate in your profile whether you want to work hybrid or fully remote, and Striive ensures you only see assignments that match your preferences. Whether you prefer regular office visits or working independently from home, you decide what suits your work style.
"The working method is really great, I can't say anything else. Good contact and a clear system."
“Fast contact and clear platform”.
"I have had telephone contact a few times, and it all went smoothly. Additionally, I am very satisfied with the platform and the convenience regarding reversed billing."
Ready to Go Live?
Do you want to take on challenging freelance assignments as a Java Developer? Sign up for free at Striive, build your profile, and let the right assignments come to you.
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