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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$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

$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 - $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...

Reposted yesterday

  •   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...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 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

$180K - $270K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing systems that empower engineering teams to deliver code rapidly and reliably. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines and cloud...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $270K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software delivery by designing and managing robust systems and infrastructure, enabling rapid, safe, and reliable code deployment across diverse environments...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Innovate by leveraging your software engineering expertise to develop and optimize AI agent testing systems. Collaborate with a mission-driven team to tackle complex challenges in machine learning and...

2 days 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

$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

$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

$150K - $225K *

Drive innovation in backend engineering by designing and maintaining scalable platform services that empower AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, reliable, and ef...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

$120K - $148K *

Accelerate team performance and delivery by leading software engineers, fostering development, and enhancing organizational effectiveness in a dynamic, remote environment. Drive sustainable practices...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform enterprise applications by leveraging .NET Framework, .NET Core, and SQL Server. Collaborate across teams, driving modernization while enhancing legacy systems through effective development...

White Rock, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Engineer scalable backend services for AI applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to build secure, reliable platforms. Drive innovation and ensure production readiness while maintainin...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Drive innovation by designing and maintaining scalable backend services that empower AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish robust platform capabilities and ensure relia...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Transform backend services by designing and maintaining scalable, secure platforms that power AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, production-ready solutions th...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role in backend engineering, designing and maintaining scalable platform services for AI applications. Collaborate with global teams to innovate and ensure reliable, s...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Unlock your potential by designing and maintaining scalable backend services for AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform capabilities and ensure reliable, secure s...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by designing and building scalable backend services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform capabilities and ensure reliable, secure so...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Innovate with us to build scalable backend services for AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain secure, reliable platform capabilities that drive th...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Create and maintain scalable backend services and APIs for AI applications, ensuring security and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive platform innovation and support the firm...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Engineer scalable backend services and APIs for AI applications, ensuring security and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish foundational platform capabilities and drive in...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Drive the development of scalable backend services for AI applications, ensuring secure, reliable, and maintainable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish foundational platfor...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.