Java Backend Engineer- SDE II
- Remote
- Full Time
- $150,000 – $170,000/year
- Min. 7 YOE
Backend Engineer jobs
There are currently 1,176 Backend Engineer jobs available on kibo.careers. 83% of current openings are remote roles. The median salary for backend engineer roles is $185,000. Experience-heavy hiring leads this market, with 61% of postings at senior, staff, lead, or principal levels.
Latest Backend Engineer jobs
Senior Software Engineer (API Gateway)
- Remote
- Full Time
- Min. 7 YOE
Staff Engineer (Typescript)
- Remote
- Full Time
- Min. 6 YOE
AI Platform Backend Engineer
- Hybrid • Location flexible
- Full Time
- Min. 3 YOE
Backend Software Engineer, Banking Infrastructure
- Remote
- Full Time
- Min. 5 YOE
Software Engineer - Platform Infrastructure Engineering
- Location flexible
- Full Time
- Min. 2 YOE
Staff Backend Engineer
- Remote
- Full Time
- $202,000 – $237,500/year
- Min. 8 YOE
Back-End Engineer (Fintech)
- Full Time
- Min. 4 YOE
Back-End Engineer, AI
- Full Time
- Min. 3 YOE
Where Backend Engineer hiring is strongest
Global hiring concentration map with remote, hybrid, and onsite mix for this role.
Top hiring locations
Hiring concentration map and top locations.
North America
50% of tracked jobs
2 jobs
Asia
25% of tracked jobs
1 jobs
Europe
25% of tracked jobs
1 jobs
How much do Backend Engineer jobs pay?
Compensation range and 12-month salary trend for this role.
Median salary
$185,000
25th percentile
$145,000
75th percentile
$212,800
Salary disclosed
27%
321 listings
12-month salary trend
Median salary has trended downward since Mar 26 (-7%).
Most requested skills for Backend Engineer jobs
Most common technologies and tools across current postings.
What does a Backend Engineer do?
Backend engineers are the architects of the digital world's infrastructure. They build and maintain the server-side logic, databases, and APIs that power applications, working behind the scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the backend engineering profession, from core responsibilities and essential skills to the typical career trajectory. Whether you are a student considering your options or a professional looking to transition into tech, this resource will help you understand the path to becoming a successful backend engineer.
Backend Engineer seniority mix
Distribution of opportunities across experience levels.
Senior
528
45% of market
Mid
411
35% of market
Lead
121
10% of market
Staff
32
3% of market
Entry
20
2% of market
Principal
7
1% of market
Junior
3
0% of market
Backend Engineer market insights
Summary of demand, work style, and skill signals for this role.
Active jobs
1,176
Hiring companies
592
Most common work style
Remote
Top skill signal
AWS (31%)
Senior Backend Engineer jobs
Current senior IC and leadership-track openings for this role.
Companies hiring Backend Engineer
Top employers currently posting openings for this role.
Where to apply for Backend Engineer jobs
Application workflow guidance tailored to this intent.
- Start with the latest postings to find currently active opportunities.
- Narrow by role fit, seniority, and workplace preferences before applying.
- Prioritize employers with multiple active openings for better response odds.
- Use full search to compare roles side-by-side and apply faster.
FAQ
Answers to common search and application questions.
How strong is demand for Backend Engineer jobs right now?
We are currently tracking 1176 active postings across 592 companies for Backend Engineer jobs. Start with the highest-volume roles and top hiring companies on this page, then narrow with filters that stay aligned to this search.
What salary range is typical for Backend Engineer jobs?
Among listings with salary data on this page, typical compensation sits between $145,000 and $212,800, with a midpoint around $185,000. Use seniority and location filters to compare like-for-like roles.
Is hiring momentum improving for Backend Engineer jobs?
Hiring has cooled for Backend Engineer jobs: 0 new postings in the last 30 days compared with 1102 in the prior 30-day window.
Where should I apply for Backend Engineer jobs?
Start with the latest Backend Engineer listings on this page, then use the prefiltered "See all" job search to apply in batches while keeping role intent intact.
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