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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$190K - $240K *

Innovate with us to build secure, customer-centric platform products. Leverage your extensive software engineering experience to create robust solutions, collaborate across domains, and document your...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $248K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to enhance infrastructure and networking, driving user-focused product development while fostering collaboration and operational excellence across the organization...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$92K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences through innovative software solutions. As a software engineer, you'll tackle complex challenges, contribute to system development, and co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $223K *

Shape the future of enterprise systems by integrating SAP with AWS and AI. Leverage your expertise to build cloud-native solutions that enhance Finance operations, driving innovation and automation ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$116K - $150K *

Innovate with a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge software solutions, enhancing user experience through robust back-end systems and seamless UI. Drive projects from conception to deployment while c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative software solutions that enhance conversational AI capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain scalable applications while ensuring high code...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$207K - $290K *

Manage technical direction and systems architecture, enhancing developer productivity by establishing reliable infrastructure and automation, crucial for processing extensive data and executing AI wor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $165K *

Elevate innovation in defense and aerospace by architecting high-performance simulation solutions. Lead technical direction and collaborate with experts to deliver advanced, real-time applications in...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of health technology by owning end-to-end software features across mobile and backend systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and ensure robust...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $229K *

Engage in building scalable observability infrastructure that enhances reliability and operational excellence across distributed systems, in collaboration with cross-functional teams to tackle complex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the development of innovative financial technology solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance client-facing applications. Drive agile practices and mentor peers while ensurin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $245K *

Drive innovation by building and scaling our Kubernetes platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance infrastructure, automate processes, and ensure reliability while fostering an inclusive envi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by building impactful software solutions across the stack. Collaborate with Product and Design to create user-friendly experiences while leveraging AI tools to enhance development...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join our dynamic Engineering team to build and enhance core product features. Collaborate across the stack, leveraging AI tools to deliver high-quality software solutions from concept to deployment, w...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform the user experience by building and shipping innovative software solutions across the full stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features while leveraging AI...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$229K - $260K *

Transform the integration landscape by architecting robust connections between NodeZero and key security platforms, ensuring reliability and observability while mentoring engineers and driving technic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a Senior .Net Full-Stack Developer, leading the design, development, and delivery of complex applications to support critical IT infrastructure and improve processes for a high...

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

$110K - $130K *

Execute full-stack development to design and manage impactful applications, integrating cutting-edge components and enhancing performance while collaborating with architects across the software develo...

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

$215K - $300K *

Elevate your career by owning end-to-end features in a dynamic team, enhancing AI-driven infrastructure. Collaborate closely to ensure fast, reliable systems while shaping the future of user experienc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and building integrations for healthcare systems, ensuring seamless data flow and reliability. Own projects end-to-end, tackling customer issues and collaborating with ven...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$270K - $335K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of connectivity by leading engineers to deliver impactful solutions. Drive technical excellence and foster a culture of growth and collaboration while navigating...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by developing scalable backend services and APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build secure, reliable platforms that empower intelligent appli...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $145K *

Join a team that's developing mission-critical embedded software for advanced radio systems. Collaborate with engineers to tackle real-world challenges and enhance reliable communications in demanding...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $200K *

Drive the development of innovative educational products by collaborating with engineers to build robust back-end systems and user interfaces, ensuring high-quality software delivery through effective...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity solutions by providing expert software engineering analysis and technical planning for modernization efforts, ensuring system reliability and performance fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.