Actually for java programmer payment for one program is above $50 os i think you need to increase more to get best java programmer...I just my opinion...
This would be true, however he mentioned that they are all extremely simple and that has me wondering if possibly he is a programming student or a beginner. If this is the case then 15 "programs" would actually be closer to 15 lines of logic.
I'm willing to see the programs/length prior to making any judgments on the reward!