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 *

Drive your career with innovative web application development, leveraging extensive experience in complex environments. Collaborate on systems design, testing, and implementation, utilizing cutting-ed...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Develop reliable applications by collaborating with IT leadership and users. Oversee projects from requirements gathering to deployment, ensuring software meets business needs while utilizing AI tools...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by transforming business needs into reliable applications. Collaborate with IT leadership to develop, test, and support innovative solutions, ensuring software effectively addresses p...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$167K - $196K *

Design and build robust APIs to unify complex banking systems, ensuring reliable transactions and data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform performance and deliver ex...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $241K *

Lead the charge in architecting and enhancing AI systems that empower global journalism. Drive technical direction, ensure system scalability, and mentor engineers while shaping the future of content...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$168K - $227K *

Innovate embedded software solutions for satellite communication systems. Lead the design and implementation of a 3GPP 5G NTN networking stack, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high...

3 days ago

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

$200K - $230K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative, secure applications that enhance operational efficiency and support strategic goals. Drive solutions through full-stack development, cloud integration, and me...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $240K *

Empower innovation by leading the development of transformative AI systems. Collaborate with a talented team to design and build cutting-edge solutions that redefine financial analysis, driving impact...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $230K *

Unlock your potential as you lead the design and development of a cutting-edge data platform, enhancing data ingestion and protection frameworks while driving cross-functional collaboration and engine...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $234K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop scalable backend systems for modern healthcare applications. Leverage your expertise in distributed systems and cloud-native architecture to enhance provider...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $135K *

Champion the development of scalable enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Azure. Collaborate on real-time data processing and system integrations while ensuring high availability and p...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Software Engineer, designing and scaling innovative healthcare solutions. Drive technical excellence, mentor peers, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance patien...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of scalable, data-driven healthcare solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient discharge processes while driving engin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K - $170K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying innovative software solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop scalable applications, manage microservices, and enhance user experiences through cutting-e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$189K - $206K *

Lead a team to develop and maintain critical software solutions, ensuring seamless integration across commercial systems and finance functions while mentoring global developers and driving platform sc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing robust Java applications and managing Kubernetes deployments, collaborating with engineers for reliable enterprise software while guiding and mentoring teams to achieve e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Innovate and lead the development of scalable, secure backend services and modern applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality software solutions while mentoring junior enginee...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $200K *

Lead and innovate within a dynamic team, architecting high-performance platforms for digital assets and post-trade technology while ensuring compliance and security across multiple Agile teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$193K - $289K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud technology by designing and developing scalable, secure services. Leverage your expertise in AWS and software engineering to enhance developer workflows...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining the auto parts industry through innovative technology. As a Staff Engineer, you'll tackle diverse challenges, leveraging modern tools and AI to enhance our systems and dr...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Transform high-traffic applications by designing and developing scalable backend and frontend systems using Node.js and React, ensuring performance, reliability, and security while collaborating with...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation in manufacturing by developing and enhancing MES applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate processes and improve operational efficiency through cutting-edge...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development of a robust live video platform, enhancing creator experiences through scalable backend systems and innovative streaming solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-qualit...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of live video experiences. As a key player, you'll architect and deliver scalable backend systems, enhancing streaming quality and reliability for creators and th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$136K - $177K *

Build and improve user experiences across our application stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features, ensuring quality and performance throughout the software develop...

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  •   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.