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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping database strategies and standards. In this role, you'll enhance database performance, ensure data integrity, and collaborate with engineering teams to optimize our database...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$101K - $203K *

Take ownership of our Azure Databricks platform, enhancing data ingestion, quality, and security. Collaborate with teams to streamline operations, implement CI/CD practices, and ensure reliability in...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $350K *

Innovate and take ownership of cutting-edge AI coding solutions, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate on system design and product features while leveraging advanced engineering practices to...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $143K *

Unlock the potential of data by architecting scalable pipelines and driving analytics initiatives, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our data solutions in a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading security initiatives and shaping strategy. Collaborate with teams to design and implement robust security solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance s...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Join our team as a Principal Security Engineer, where you'll design and enhance security solutions, shape strategy, and lead initiatives to protect enterprise assets while mentoring junior engineers a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $300K *

Unlock your potential by owning a key book of business in our New Trades verticals. Collaborate with dedicated teams to drive enterprise sales, manage complex deals, and expand accounts while shaping...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with a hands-on role leading the administration of an enterprise QA platform ecosystem, focusing on operational support, incident management, and strategic transitions to cloud solut...

Oregon, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cybersecurity by designing, deploying, and supporting security technologies. Collaborate with clients to enhance their security posture while aligning with busi...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Join us to design and operate AI systems that enhance product capabilities and internal operations. Collaborate with a skilled team to drive architecture decisions and ensure production quality while...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of platform capabilities by leading strategy and execution for data, AI, and user experience initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and enhance custo...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $193K *

Partner with us to transform workflows through innovative AI applications, enhancing both internal operations and user experience. In this high-ownership role, you'll build and evaluate end-to-end sol...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $135K *

Tackle the full sales cycle by winning new logos and expanding accounts. Drive pipeline growth through outbound prospecting and inbound leads, while shaping go-to-market strategies in a dynamic, remot...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $203K *

Champion data quality and governance by designing robust BI solutions that empower teams with accurate insights. Collaborate across domains to enhance analytics capabilities and ensure timely delivery...

Illinois, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering AI applications on Snowflake, optimizing data governance and architecture. Collaborate with clients and engineers to transform concepts into scalable, secur...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's building from the ground up, shaping the engineering foundation and culture while collaborating closely with leadership to define and deliver innovative products...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $240K *

Empower your career by driving technology partnerships, managing relationships, and developing go-to-market strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance integration and achieve mutua...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize enterprise database solutions, leveraging Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, and AWS technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data integration and s...

Sterling, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Transform the future of cloud infrastructure by leading DevOps initiatives, enhancing systems integration, and driving innovative solutions for federal clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by owning end-to-end data initiatives. Design scalable pipelines and models that enhance product features and analytics, ensuring data quality and relia...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in AI integration across diverse products. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll enhance capabilities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure secure...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion ecosystem partnerships by managing relationships, driving co-selling efforts, and executing joint go-to-market strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful integration and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $155K *

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Solutions Engineer, where you'll leverage your technical expertise to drive pre-sales activities, engage with clients, and deliver tailored solutions that enhance bus...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $114K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth through new account development and lead generation. Collaborate with internal teams to execute strategies, respond to customer inquiries, and achieve revenue...

Arizona, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential as you manage complex healthcare accounts, driving adoption and retention through strategic partnerships. Forge deep relationships, ensure executive satisfaction, and identify gr...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days 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.