Explore Back-End Software Engineer Jobs

Find back-end software engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. These roles focus on the server-side systems that power websites, mobile apps, and digital services—from APIs and databases to cloud infrastructure and distributed applications. Browse opportunities with vetted employers seeking experienced engineers to build reliable, secure, and scalable software.

What Back-End Software Engineers Do

Back-end engineers design, develop, test, and maintain the services and infrastructure that applications depend on. Their work can include building APIs, modeling and managing data, improving system performance, integrating third-party services, and troubleshooting production issues. They often collaborate with front-end engineers, product managers, designers, security teams, and site reliability engineers to deliver complete products.

Common Skills and Technologies

Employers commonly seek experience with languages such as Java, Python, Go, C#, JavaScript, or Ruby, along with frameworks and tools suited to their technology stack. Many positions also call for knowledge of SQL or NoSQL databases, API design, cloud platforms, containers, CI/CD, automated testing, system design, and secure coding practices. The right mix varies by company, product, and level of responsibility.

Career Paths and Seniority

Back-end software engineers can grow into senior, staff, or principal engineering roles, or move toward technical leadership and architecture. Some specialize in areas such as distributed systems, data infrastructure, cloud engineering, developer platforms, or application security. Job titles and expectations differ between employers, so review each listing for scope, required experience, and opportunities for growth.

Find Back-End Engineer Roles on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role responsibilities, technologies, experience requirements, and compensation details to identify positions that match your skills and career goals. New listings and employer needs vary, so check back regularly for current opportunities.

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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software solutions by designing, developing, and supporting innovative applications across various platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Lead the design and implementation of scalable data models and pipelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and reliability while managing a portfolio of data products...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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Join a team that's transforming data infrastructure by designing and implementing high-performance data models and pipelines, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to me...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $211K *

Help us scale our data infrastructure by designing and implementing high-performance data models and pipelines, ensuring data quality and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$193K - $285K *

Unlock the potential of scalable backend systems by leading cross-functional teams, setting technical direction, and driving innovative solutions that enhance performance and reliability in a dynamic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$193K - $285K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable backend systems, shaping architecture, and driving cross-team initiatives. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance performance and reliability while men...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$193K - $285K *

Architect scalable backend solutions, lead cross-team initiatives, and shape system architecture. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance performance and reliability while mentoring engineers...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$193K - $285K *

Drive your career forward by leading backend engineering initiatives, shaping architecture, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that enhance product performance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $190K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with cross-functional teams to create innovative applications. Lead initiatives, mentor peers, and architect scalable systems while driving technical excellence an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$269K - $352K *

Optimize developer experience by enhancing our internal platform and tools. Collaborate with diverse teams to streamline workflows, improve productivity, and ensure security compliance while fostering...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Architect robust Kubernetes solutions to enhance cloud infrastructure. Drive multi-cloud initiatives and implement cell-based architecture for scalable, reliable services. Join a team dedicated to bui...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$202K - $224K *

Champion the development of high-performance web applications by enhancing build, test, and CI systems. Drive technical initiatives and mentor engineers to ensure reliable, scalable, and efficient cod...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$209K - $269K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Unlock your potential by designing and maintaining large-scale data systems. Collaborate with teams to build microservices and APIs on AWS, enhancing development agility and delivering high-quality so...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a back-end software engineer do?question toggle

    A back-end software engineer builds and maintains the server-side services behind digital products, including APIs, databases, business logic, and integrations. They also help ensure systems are reliable, secure, and able to scale.

  • What skills are commonly required for back-end software engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but often include proficiency in one or more programming languages, database experience, API development, testing, system design, and familiarity with cloud platforms or distributed systems. Check each job listing for its specific stack and qualifications.

  • What is the difference between a back-end and a front-end software engineer?question toggle

    Back-end engineers typically work on server-side logic, data, and services, while front-end engineers build the user-facing parts of websites and applications. The two roles collaborate to deliver a complete product.

  • Do back-end software engineer jobs on Ladders pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation and eligibility details vary by listing, so review the individual job posting for current information.

  • What career paths are available for back-end software engineers?question toggle

    Experienced engineers may advance to senior, staff, or principal roles, pursue technical leadership or architecture, or specialize in fields such as cloud platforms, distributed systems, data infrastructure, or security.