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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$125K - $150K *

Innovate AI-driven business applications by designing Python services and APIs that enhance data processing capabilities in both cloud and on-premises settings, ensuring robust performance and seamles...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive field engineering excellence by installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting cutting-edge hardware systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance product design and ensure reliable operations in dyn...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$294K - $346K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic partnerships with PSPs, fintechs, and banks. Manage the full deal lifecycle while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance Coinbase's stablecoin payment soluti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$253K - $298K *

Transform AI infrastructure by leading engineering efforts, driving innovation, and ensuring operational excellence across shared services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance application reliability and performance. Drive automation, establish operational standards, and collaborate across teams to implement SRE principles and improve system r...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by building scalable AI solutions. Collaborate with experts to transform complex data into impactful, production-ready models while embracing innovation...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the architectural vision for scalable Identity Resolution platforms, driving innovation in enterprise applications and data processing. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure robust, high-p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $300K *

Take ownership of architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for Access Security, enhancing identity intelligence and risk detection while collaborating with cross-functional teams to del...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform enterprise sales by leading AI-driven solutions for global FS/Banking brands. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive client success and evolve operations, ensuring measurable outco...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance clinical IT solutions as an Epic Analyst II, providing critical support, training, and implementation for Epic EHR systems. Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $165K *

Build and maintain robust platform capabilities while ensuring reliability and operational excellence. Collaborate with product teams to enhance service delivery and uphold standards, driving continuo...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $180K *

Join our dynamic Payments Growth team to build innovative backend services and APIs that empower Hosts to maximize their earnings and drive business growth. Collaborate across functions to deliver imp...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $100K *

Create engaging short-form social content that drives audience interaction and reflects brand voice. Collaborate with the team to develop innovative ideas, ensuring quality and consistency across plat...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Grow your career with a role that leads complex initiatives, designs scalable systems, and mentors engineers while enhancing platform capabilities and reliability across teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading paid media strategy for e-commerce brands. Collaborate with teams to enhance advertising performance and educate partners on effective campaign management, driving growth a...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Optimize secure cloud infrastructure and automate compliance controls while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure reliability and security in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $97K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focused on full-stack development, integrating REST APIs, and enhancing legacy applications while ensuring secure coding practices and compliance with accessibili...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $97K *

Join a dynamic team as a Full Stack Developer, where you'll design, code, and deploy innovative solutions, ensuring high-quality software delivery through agile methodologies and secure coding practic...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $97K *

Drive innovation as a Full Stack Developer, crafting robust applications and integrations. Collaborate in agile sprints to enhance VA enterprise services while ensuring secure coding practices and mai...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $97K *

Develop and enhance full-stack applications, integrating REST APIs and ensuring secure coding practices. Collaborate in agile sprints to deliver high-quality software solutions while refactoring legac...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining construction through innovative Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) practices. Collaborate on diverse projects, enhancing design processes and ensuring successful proje...

Haskell, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$85K - $97K *

Lead the charge in developing robust full-stack solutions, enhancing integrations, and ensuring secure coding practices. Collaborate in agile sprints to deliver high-quality software that meets VA sta...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $143K *

Join us to enhance business processes through analysis and reengineering, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure effective solutions and implementation. Drive efficiency and innovation in transport...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $210K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise database architecture and transformation initiatives. Collaborate with executive stakeholders to drive innovation and establish best practices in modern data...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $210K *

Champion transformative solutions by leveraging your extensive expertise in mainframe modernization. Collaborate with global clients to drive innovation, enhance technology strategies, and ensure seam...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ 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.