Back-End Software Engineer Jobs at Ladders

Looking for opportunities that fit your skills as a Back-End Software Engineer? You're in the right place. Ladders offers numerous high-paying job opportunities for Back-End Software Engineers across a range of top-tier companies in various industries.

What is a Back-End Software Engineer?

Back-End Software Engineers are responsible for server-side web application development. They create, code, and improve the server, server-side applications, and databases that, when combined with front-end codes, help create a functional, seamless experience for the end-user.

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$120K - $160K *

Lead, mentor, and contribute to engineering excellence while managing a team of engineers. Spearhead complex software projects across diverse tech stacks and drive technical solutions that deliver val...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$202K - $253K *

Drive the modernization and scalability of B2B platforms while mentoring teams. Lead architectural designs and optimize complex systems for performance and reliability, ensuring robust capabilities fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of security by leading software projects, mentoring engineers, and driving innovation in critical systems to support our rapid growth and enhance our product offe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's scaling innovative distributed systems across our platform, shaping technical frameworks, and driving organizational growth while collaborating with talented engineers in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform your career as a Lead Software Engineer, driving innovation in automation and AI. Leverage your expertise to design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications while leading impactf...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $130K *

Transform the SaaS landscape by writing quality code, collaborating in Agile teams, and leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity and deliver impactful features for nonprofits...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $162K *

Transform the applicant experience by leading technical direction and driving scalable, intelligent systems across the loan journey, maximizing conversion while ensuring compliance and risk integrity...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $207K *

Design scalable data solutions, enhance off-platform integrations, and lead cross-team collaborations. Drive architecture modernization and AI-first initiatives while mentoring engineers and optimizin...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focusing on scalable platform development, mentoring engineers, and enhancing infrastructure practices for optimal performance and growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $225K *

Lead the charge in architecting and implementing scalable software solutions while mentoring a talented team of engineers. Drive engineering excellence across multiple projects and collaborate cross-f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive the evolution of backend systems for a leading cloud platform, enhancing API design and technical integrity while navigating a mature PHP architecture. Collaborate with engineering peers to opti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $285K *

Join our team to shape external developer experiences through impactful APIs and SDKs. You'll evolve documentation and tools while collaborating across teams to enhance our growing platform and delive...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive innovation as you build scalable ingestion services and data pipelines. Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance platform resilience and deliver impactful solutions that fuel restaurant gr...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Collaborate in designing and optimizing key build systems for a robust cloud-based pipeline. Drive improvements in package management and streamline processes, ensuring a reliable and efficient infras...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead backend development initiatives by delivering high-quality Java solutions, optimizing architectures, and collaborating on cloud-based enterprise applications with a focus on innovation and best p...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize engineering efficiency by leading software projects, enhancing system design, and driving operations in a dynamic environment. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver innovative solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $215K *

Innovate transformative software solutions for Sales & Retail, leveraging collaboration with product teams to enhance user experience. Drive architecture development and mentor junior engineers in a d...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$223K - $259K *

Champion innovative software solutions by leading cross-functional teams, shaping technical strategies, and driving large-scale initiatives that enhance business performance and customer satisfaction...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $125K *

Transform the development of AI-native digital platforms by building high-quality, scalable frontend applications in collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive ent...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing software development, enhancing product reliability and security, and driving innovative solutions to complex challenges while collaborating across functions to deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform the future of application development by leading a team focused on advanced PC and Mainframe systems projects. Drive project planning, technical oversight, and effective communications to de...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $203K *

Champion innovative web applications by architecting scalable PHP solutions within dynamic product teams, driving quality and efficiency while shaping complex distributed systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform the future of travel by designing and developing robust full-stack applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build AI-native features and optimize serverless systems, ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Reimagine backend systems as you lead the development of high-performance infrastructures for autonomous agents in financial software, ensuring speed and reliability for real-time trading environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$176K - $237K *

Champion the development of robust computing systems across Temporal Cloud. Drive innovation in managed compute primitives and architect high-performance solutions while ensuring seamless multi-cloud...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the main responsibility of a Back-End Software Engineer?question toggle

    Back-End Software Engineers are primarily responsible for developing and maintaining the server-side of web applications. Their work involves writing code to create or improve server functionality. They usually work in tandem with front-end developers to ensure smooth user interaction with the website or application.

  • What skills do I need to become a Back-End Software Engineer?question toggle

    Back-End Software Engineers should be proficient in server-side languages such as Java, Python, Ruby etc. They should also have a strong understanding of database management, system internals, and server architecture.

  • Why should I use Ladders for my Back-End Software Engineer job search?question toggle

    Ladders connects you with the highest paying job opportunities in the Back-End Software Engineer category across leading companies. It offers a curated list of job openings that match your specific skills and interests.