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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$153K - $213K *

Elevate your career by building robust data systems that enhance marketing effectiveness. Collaborate across teams to create reliable measurement architectures that drive consumer growth and ensure da...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Play a key role in developing scalable software solutions across backend, cloud, and front-end applications, collaborating with a hybrid-remote team to enhance systems and drive business value through...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $180K *

Join a team that's passionate about building scalable backend systems and APIs. Collaborate with engineers to design, implement, and enhance core services while ensuring high code quality and security...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $235K *

Lead the charge in building robust backend services that streamline customer onboarding and provisioning workflows, ensuring seamless activation and reliable integrations across teams for optimal user...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform engineering workflows by architecting solutions that eliminate friction, enhance performance, and mentor teams. Drive innovation through reusable patterns and optimize systems for seamless d...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of engineering productivity by architecting tools and patterns that eliminate friction in development workflows, enhance performance, and mentor teams to elevate their technical skill...

Orlando, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$405K - $485K *

Join our team as a Staff+ Full Stack Engineer, where you'll design and deliver enterprise-ready products that empower Fortune 500 companies to leverage AI effectively. Collaborate across teams to shap...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$405K - $485K *

Lead the charge in building enterprise-ready products that empower Fortune 500 companies. Collaborate across teams to design, deliver, and enhance user experiences while mentoring engineers and shapin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $210K *

Empower innovation as a Senior Software Engineer, leading the design and development of scalable AI systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to push engineering boundaries while mentoring others and e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$231K - $314K *

Engage in transformative engineering projects, collaborating across teams to build secure, innovative applications that enhance user experiences and drive growth in AI and SaaS products...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing scalable, data-intensive software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive innovation in a fast-paced environmen...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer your career by building innovative AI-powered applications. Join a dynamic team focused on rapid prototyping and real user impact, where your ideas are valued and your growth is limitless...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$176K - $183K *

Drive innovation by building scalable applications, ensuring performance and reliability while collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance platform capabilities and user experience...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$124K - $196K *

Build exceptional user experiences by developing scalable frontend applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality code that delights users while influencing produ...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $196K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, scalable frontend applications using React. Collaborate with designers and product managers to create exceptional user experiences while driving projects f...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's building AI-native healthcare solutions. Shape scalable systems, enhance patient experiences, and drive innovation in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate closely with leadership t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of financial technology by building robust infrastructure for a stablecoin platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable services that impact customers...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$188K - $242K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical solutions for partner integrations, enhancing developer experiences through innovative SDKs, documentation, and automation. Drive impactful projects from design t...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$164K - $200K *

Elevate your career as a Principal Software Engineer, overseeing project lifecycles and providing technical leadership. Collaborate across teams to ensure product quality while driving innovative solu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $215K *

Optimize integration processes to empower teams in utilizing Data and ML systems. Collaborate across functions to build solutions that enhance product capabilities, reduce friction, and provide valuab...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $130K *

Join a team that's building innovative backend services for credit card products. Collaborate with skilled engineers to enhance APIs, ensure system reliability, and drive scalable solutions in a fast...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $300K *

Join us to build and scale a cutting-edge backend infrastructure for real-time neural monitoring. Tackle complex challenges in high throughput streaming and analytics while ensuring hospital-grade rel...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining video data processing at scale by building robust backend systems for petabyte-scale operations. Drive architecture and reliability for cutting-edge cloud infrastructure...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Empower the future of telecommunications by architecting and developing 5G Core Network functions. Collaborate on high-impact projects, leveraging your expertise in 3GPP protocols and distributed syst...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of our platform by building full-stack solutions, from React UIs to Go APIs. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and deliver impactful featur...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.