Backend Engineer Jobs

Find Backend Engineer jobs where you can build and maintain the systems that power modern applications. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles focused on APIs, distributed services, databases, cloud infrastructure, and platform engineering.

What Backend Engineers Do

Backend Engineers design, develop, test, and operate server-side software. They build APIs and services, manage data storage and processing, improve application performance, and help ensure systems are secure, reliable, and able to scale. The role often involves partnering with frontend engineers, product managers, data teams, and infrastructure specialists.

Skills and Technologies

Employers commonly seek experience with languages such as Java, Python, Go, JavaScript, C#, or Ruby; API patterns and service architectures; relational and NoSQL databases; cloud platforms; and testing, observability, and deployment tools. Requirements vary by company and specialization, so review each listing for the technologies and experience that matter most.

Career Paths and Seniority

Backend engineering opportunities range from experienced individual-contributor positions to Senior, Staff, Principal, and Engineering Manager roles. As engineers advance, they may take on broader system design, technical strategy, mentorship, architecture, or team leadership responsibilities.

Explore Backend Engineer Opportunities

Browse Ladders listings to compare vetted Backend Engineer openings paying $100,000 or more. Use job details to assess responsibilities, qualifications, work arrangements, and compensation, then focus your search on roles that match your experience and career goals.

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$104K - $166K *

Unlock your potential as you build and enhance a cutting-edge data platform, driving innovation in federal background investigations. Collaborate in a high-trust, remote environment while ensuring dat...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $192K *

Join a team that's implementing robust security controls across multiple brands, safeguarding employees and enhancing productivity through automation and secure practices. Collaborate globally while l...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$155K - $190K *

Advance your career by building scalable software solutions using modern AI tools. Collaborate remotely to enhance stability, mitigate technical debt, and engage in meaningful discussions while levera...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$155K - $190K *

Transform the future of software development by building scalable, AI-augmented solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance stability, engage in code reviews, and stay ahead of emerging tech...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$128K - $189K *

Innovate the future of fleet data management by enhancing reliability, observability, and performance. Lead technical projects and develop high-quality Python software across cloud and data platforms...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Champion data excellence by designing and optimizing scalable data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive innovation in data processing, ensuring alignment...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge AI systems by leveraging your expertise in Go and Python. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize and refine scalable services, ensuring high performance and u...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $185K *

Champion innovative software solutions by leading complex projects, mentoring engineers, and driving technical excellence across teams. Collaborate on strategic initiatives to enhance reliability and...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Engage with partners and prospects to qualify leads, manage inbound inquiries, and ensure a seamless handoff to sales teams. Drive positive first experiences while maintaining CRM accuracy and collabo...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by architecting a cutting-edge digital growth engine. Drive enterprise lead generation through innovative strategies, leveraging AI and data analytics to optimize performance and m...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $160K *

Champion privacy compliance in the Neurology therapeutic area, providing expert guidance on data protection, contract negotiation, and training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adher...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $157K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in designing secure application and data architectures. Collaborate across departments to align technology solutions with business objectives, enhancing efficiency...

Orange, NJRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading architectural improvements, enhancing data quality, and driving technical initiatives across diverse business domains. Collaborate with stakeholders to...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $300K *

Empower biotechnology companies by driving sales and customer success for Veeva LIMS Basics. Collaborate with a dynamic team to establish this innovative solution in the market, achieving sales goals...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $150K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by identifying vulnerabilities in blockchain smart contracts. Collaborate on security audits, enhance tools, and embrace emerging technologies to bolster security sol...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $184K *

Join a team that's leading technology delivery for member-facing applications. You'll guide engineering talent, drive modernization, and shape technology roadmaps while ensuring high-impact initiative...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$142K - $184K *

Champion the development and operational deployment of vehicle firmware, leveraging IoT data to enhance fleet safety and efficiency through collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Contribute to the development and optimization of robust applications using JAVA, SQL, and JavaScript, ensuring efficient data management and exceptional client support within a dynamic team environme...

Washington, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $133K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative full-stack solutions, collaborating with diverse teams to modernize applications on AWS using cutting-edge technologies, ensuring operational resilience and me...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $133K *

Champion innovative solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, cloud-native applications. Leverage your full-stack expertise to modernize systems and deliver high-valu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Advance the future of logistics technology by leading full-stack development, ensuring robust integrations and production ownership while collaborating closely with a senior engineering team to enhanc...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$124K - $195K *

Transform systems integration by designing and maintaining APIs, automating workflows, and optimizing SaaS tools. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and provide technical support for com...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $213K *

Take ownership of a customer-facing product area, driving strategy and execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experience, leverage AI, and achieve key performance metrics while deli...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$297K - $367K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role driving hospital data integration and compliance. Lead execution of clinical data operations, build relationships, and ensure secure data handling while shaping a...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $142K *

Elevate automation in software engineering by building AI-driven tools and systems. Collaborate with a focused team to enhance reliability and speed in package and image management, shaping the future...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Backend Engineer do?question toggle

    A Backend Engineer develops and maintains server-side software, including APIs, services, databases, and the systems that support application reliability, security, and performance.

  • What skills are commonly required for Backend Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but often include proficiency in one or more programming languages, API and service development, database experience, testing, cloud platforms, and knowledge of scalable system design.

  • What is the difference between a Backend Engineer and a Software Engineer?question toggle

    Backend Engineer generally describes a software engineering role focused on server-side systems and data processing. Software Engineer is a broader title that can include backend, frontend, full-stack, platform, and other specialties.

  • What seniority levels are available for Backend Engineers?question toggle

    Openings may include experienced, Senior, Staff, and Principal individual-contributor roles, as well as engineering management positions. Titles and responsibilities differ between employers.

  • How can I find Backend Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Backend Engineer openings and review each listing's compensation, qualifications, responsibilities, and work arrangement. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying at least $100,000.