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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the modernization of enterprise applications by developing and enhancing systems using C# and .NET. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and optimize workflows in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join us to develop scalable full-stack applications using React, TypeScript, and Java. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and contribute to best practices in a cloud-native microservi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock your potential by leading hands-on core platform engineering efforts that ensure robust, secure, and efficient autonomous driving software deployment, while actively mentoring teams and improvi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation by designing and implementing software solutions in a collaborative environment, tackling complex challenges and enhancing functionality within dynamic projects for clients while en...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Transform dynamic projects into innovative solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining software across front-end and back-end systems. Collaborate with teams while adhering to best practices t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $180K *

Join a team that's modernizing mission-critical applications by enhancing high-volume, public-facing systems. Leverage your Go expertise to troubleshoot, maintain, and securely deploy applications in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $220K *

Drive impactful platform engineering initiatives, leveraging deep expertise to architect scalable solutions and guide clients through complex technical landscapes while fostering collaboration and inn...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $350K *

Drive innovation by building a cutting-edge, low-latency trading platform. Collaborate with a focused team to design and implement robust execution infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and sca...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $350K *

Lead the charge in building a cutting-edge, low-latency trading platform, focusing on FIX connectivity, market data infrastructure, and real-time risk controls. Shape the future of electronic trading...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining data solutions through innovative full-stack engineering. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects involving AI, big data, and efficient APIs, while fostering career growth i...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of billing and revenue infrastructure by owning and evolving critical systems that drive growth, ensuring seamless experiences for customers and internal teams while collaborating acr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the evolution of billing and revenue infrastructure, driving strategic growth through seamless integrations and operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by owning our billing and revenue infrastructure, driving strategic growth through seamless integrations and collaboration with Finance, Sales, and Engineering teams. Lead high-impact...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate billing and revenue infrastructure to drive strategic growth. Own end-to-end processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure a seamless customer experience while enhancing oper...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform billing and revenue infrastructure by owning end-to-end systems, ensuring operational excellence, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive strategic growth and enhance customer...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $130K *

Join a team that's developing innovative software solutions for national security. Leverage your full stack expertise and QA focus to enhance user experience and ensure high-quality applications in a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Create and maintain robust embedded Linux and QNX software for autonomous vehicles, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and reliability while supporting rapid devel...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Transform ideas into secure, scalable applications by collaborating with business users. Leverage modern AI tools and full-stack development skills to deliver innovative solutions in a fast-paced envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$113K - $147K *

Elevate your career in Software Development by driving innovative solutions through the entire software lifecycle. Collaborate in an agile environment to enhance quality software for leading technolog...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Build innovative user experiences for AI-powered communication agents across multiple channels. Collaborate with Product and Design to shape the platform, tackle complex problems, and drive frontend a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise software by leading the design and development of innovative features that enhance sales performance and streamline planning processes, while collaborating with a dynamic team of...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $242K *

Innovate within a dynamic data intelligence team, building tools for data-driven insights and real-time processing. Collaborate with engineers and product teams to enhance infrastructure and leverage...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and shape a collaborative software platform using Drupal and open-source tools. Engage with users, mentor junior developers, and enhance development processes while supporting diverse mission...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping a cutting-edge collaboration platform using Drupal and open-source technologies. Engage with users, mentor peers, and drive improvements in a dynamic, hybrid work environmen...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $195K *

Optimize the architecture and design of financial applications, leading development teams to implement best practices and innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with enterprise standards and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.