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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$100K - $130K *

Elevate security practices by architecting innovative Python tools for scalable cloud infrastructure. Drive automation and empower teams with self-service solutions while enhancing security across glo...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Accelerate sales growth by managing key partnerships and driving cloud solutions. Collaborate with teams to achieve targets, nurture relationships, and deliver exceptional customer experiences while s...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Elevate your career by owning the full sales cycle, engaging with security leaders, and driving growth in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, achieve quotas, and col...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $177K *

Empower advertisers by leading high-impact projects that enhance campaign management, optimize platform health, and drive revenue growth through innovative backend services and APIs. Collaborate acros...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the design and development of innovative software solutions while mentoring junior engineers. Leverage extensive technical expertise to enhance system architecture and ensure high-quality delive...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$238K - $280K *

Shape the future of AI/LLM security by leading innovative offensive strategies, defining technical vision, and driving cross-company initiatives to enhance NodeZero's capabilities in identifying and e...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower a talented engineering team by overseeing operations, mentoring staff, and aligning product vision with business needs. Drive high-impact initiatives in a fast-paced environment while promotin...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$116K - $146K *

Drive impactful image programs and projects across multiple channels, ensuring compliance, safety, and customer satisfaction. Manage budgets of $25-$45 million while coordinating with stakeholders and...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $200K *

Transform data into actionable insights as a Data Engineer for AI & ML. Drive innovative projects, design scalable architectures, and engage with stakeholders to enhance federal mission capabilities w...

Mc Lean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Innovate technical SEO strategies to enhance global web performance, ensuring optimal search visibility and user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical i...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise software development by leveraging AI to create autonomous agents and workflows. Drive modernization of legacy systems with innovative solutions, focusing on automation and archit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing end-to-end AI workflows, integrating LLM systems, and enhancing production reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and elevate AI engineering pra...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development of impactful software solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance educational tools. Take ownership of code quality and performance, while mentoring peers and leveraging...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $177K *

Lead the charge in software development across a cross-functional team while ensuring quality and technical excellence. Balance hands-on coding with team leadership to deliver high-value applications...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $223K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maximizing enterprise value through strategic consulting and technical expertise. Leverage your Sprinklr knowledge to drive customer success and innovation while foster...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock developer potential by creating engaging content, organizing events, and fostering community connections. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and advocate for dev...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Champion the modernization of data processes by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines in Azure. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate data integration and support enterprise data...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$136K - $181K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing Veeva platforms, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. This role involves collaborating with global stakeholders to enhance system performance and su...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Drive client success by leading data delivery conversations, translating needs into actionable specifications, and collaborating with teams to optimize data solutions. Embrace ambiguity and adapt to e...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining data infrastructure by owning and optimizing our data pipelines, warehouse, and modeling layers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and driv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud solutions by architecting and delivering complex Azure engagements. Lead migrations, mentor engineers, and drive innovation while ensuring robust security and gover...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $135K *

Transform the real estate landscape by managing a diverse portfolio of fulfillment and delivery facilities. Drive lease compliance, build landlord relationships, and solve complex challenges in a dyna...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

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

$205K - $285K *

Transform the on-premises CI/CD landscape by enhancing reliability, simplifying installations, and driving technical strategy. Collaborate with teams to build tools that empower engineers and ensure s...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate customer experiences by serving as a technical liaison, driving revenue growth through innovative solutions and expert support in the Precision Medicine sector. Collaborate with sales teams to...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $265K *

Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers in EDR remediation, transforming insights into actionable product capabilities while managing scope and fostering collaboration across engineering t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.