Boston, MA · On-site
$80 - $100/hr
Entry Level Boston, MA · Bedford, MA · Springfield, NJ $65-95k/year About the role As a Junior Backend Engineer, the candidate will work alongside senior engineers to design, build, and maintain ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$80 - $100/hr
Entry Level Boston, MA · Bedford, MA · Springfield, NJ $65-95k/year About the role As a Junior Backend Engineer, the candidate will work alongside senior engineers to design, build, and maintain ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$110K/yr
As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or mobile) that can scale, * Designing & scaling REST APIs in a distributed SOA system * Lead new ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$110K/yr
As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or mobile) that can scale, * Designing & scaling REST APIs in a distributed SOA system * Lead new ...
As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or mobile) that can scale, * Designing & scaling REST APIs in a distributed SOA system * Lead new ...
As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or mobile) that can scale, * Designing & scaling REST APIs in a distributed SOA system * Lead new ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$180K/yr
They are looking to add a number of (Junior) Back End Engineers to the team immediately. The Role * As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$180K/yr
They are looking to add a number of (Junior) Back End Engineers to the team immediately. The Role * As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$180K/yr
They are looking to add a number of (Junior) Back End Engineers to the team immediately. The Role * As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$180K/yr
They are looking to add a number of (Junior) Back End Engineers to the team immediately. The Role * As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$140K/yr
They are looking to add a number of (Junior) Back End Engineers to the team immediately. The Role * As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$140K/yr
They are looking to add a number of (Junior) Back End Engineers to the team immediately. The Role * As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$140K/yr
They are looking to add a number of (Junior) Back End Engineers to the team immediately. The Role * As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$140K/yr
They are looking to add a number of (Junior) Back End Engineers to the team immediately. The Role * As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or ...
Vienna, VA · On-site
Overview Jr. Backend Developer Vienna, VA Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your ... software engineer or equivalent practical experience * Hands-on experience developing backend ...
Vienna, VA · On-site
Overview Jr. Backend Developer Vienna, VA Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your ... software engineer or equivalent practical experience * Hands-on experience developing backend ...
New York, NY · On-site
About Junior Junior is building the AI operating system for investment research. Our software helps ... Role Description As a Backend Engineer , you'll help build and scale the systems that power our AI ...
New York, NY · On-site
About Junior Junior is building the AI operating system for investment research. Our software helps ... Role Description As a Backend Engineer , you'll help build and scale the systems that power our AI ...
New York, NY · On-site
About Junior Junior is building the AI operating system for investment research. Our software helps ... Role Description As a Backend Engineer , you'll help build and scale the systems that power our AI ...
New York, NY · On-site
About Junior Junior is building the AI operating system for investment research. Our software helps ... Role Description As a Backend Engineer , you'll help build and scale the systems that power our AI ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$66K - $86K/yr
The Junior Backend Developer will be responsible for translating UI/UX designs into high-quality, responsive code and collaborating with the Senior Backend Developer to integrate with APIs, while ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$66K - $86K/yr
The Junior Backend Developer will be responsible for translating UI/UX designs into high-quality, responsive code and collaborating with the Senior Backend Developer to integrate with APIs, while ...
Virginia, MN · On-site
$100 - $125/hr
If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, We are currently seeking a Junior Back-End/DevOps Developer to join our team in Arlington (REMOTE), Virginia (US ...
Virginia, MN · On-site
$100 - $125/hr
If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, We are currently seeking a Junior Back-End/DevOps Developer to join our team in Arlington (REMOTE), Virginia (US ...
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$125 - $150/hr
Provide mentorship to junior developers and take the lead on complex projects. * Prioritize tasks effectively to meet project goals and long-term system stability. Sr. Backend Engineer Qualifications
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$125 - $150/hr
Provide mentorship to junior developers and take the lead on complex projects. * Prioritize tasks effectively to meet project goals and long-term system stability. Sr. Backend Engineer Qualifications
Colorado Springs, CO · Hybrid
$160K - $185K/yr
ABOUT THE ROLE Sphinx is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to join our team, building the next ... Supporting junior engineering talent with mentorship or technical guidance * Interacting with ...
Colorado Springs, CO · Hybrid
$160K - $185K/yr
ABOUT THE ROLE Sphinx is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to join our team, building the next ... Supporting junior engineering talent with mentorship or technical guidance * Interacting with ...
$51.75 - $67/hr
InterSources Inc is a company looking for a Junior Backend Java Developer. The role requires expertise in Backend Java development with Kafka experience, and the position is long-term contract with ...
$51.75 - $67/hr
InterSources Inc is a company looking for a Junior Backend Java Developer. The role requires expertise in Backend Java development with Kafka experience, and the position is long-term contract with ...
Colorado Springs, CO · Hybrid
$138K - $167K/yr
As a Backend Engineer you will lead the development of core platform services, designing and ... You'll work as both an individual contributor and a lead for more junior engineers. We're looking ...
Colorado Springs, CO · Hybrid
$138K - $167K/yr
As a Backend Engineer you will lead the development of core platform services, designing and ... You'll work as both an individual contributor and a lead for more junior engineers. We're looking ...
Charlotte, NC · Remote
AWS Backend Engineer Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) or Remote (Must work EST hours) Duration: 6 ... Troubleshoot production issues and mentor junior developers. * Collaborate with cross-functional ...
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Charlotte, NC · Remote
AWS Backend Engineer Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) or Remote (Must work EST hours) Duration: 6 ... Troubleshoot production issues and mentor junior developers. * Collaborate with cross-functional ...
... senior developers, tech leads, architects and contributing highly to the design strategy, coding standards with the peer developers for the quality deliverables • Using technology skills to ...
... senior developers, tech leads, architects and contributing highly to the design strategy, coding standards with the peer developers for the quality deliverables • Using technology skills to ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
The Backend Engineer will lead a team in developing scalable backend systems and APIs, implementing ... junior team members. • An entrepreneurial mindset that thrives in a dynamic, rapidly evolving ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
The Backend Engineer will lead a team in developing scalable backend systems and APIs, implementing ... junior team members. • An entrepreneurial mindset that thrives in a dynamic, rapidly evolving ...
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$160K - $185K/yr
ABOUT THE ROLE Sphinx is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to join our team, building the next ... Supporting junior engineering talent with mentorship or technical guidance * Interacting with ...
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$160K - $185K/yr
ABOUT THE ROLE Sphinx is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to join our team, building the next ... Supporting junior engineering talent with mentorship or technical guidance * Interacting with ...
$33.5K - $40.4K
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$40.4K - $47.3K
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$48.8K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$47.3K - $54.2K
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The median wage is $68.5K / yr.
$68K - $75K
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$78.6K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$75K - $81.9K
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| Aspect | Junior Backend Engineer | Backend Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Typically a bachelor's degree in CS or related field; some certifications | Similar credentials; often more experience or certifications |
| Work Environment | Entry-level, team-based projects, supervised tasks | Mid-level to senior projects, more autonomous roles |
| Industry Usage | Common in tech companies, startups, and software firms | Widespread across industries requiring backend solutions |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Often searched by beginners or those exploring roles | Compared for experience level or career progression |
The main difference between a Junior Backend Engineer and a Backend Developer lies in experience and responsibility. Junior Backend Engineers are typically entry-level, focusing on learning and supporting development tasks under supervision. Backend Developers usually have more experience, handling complex projects independently. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and are common in tech industries, but the level of autonomy and project complexity distinguishes them.
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$80 - $100/hr
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Posted 20 days ago
Entry Level Boston, MA · Bedford, MA · Springfield, NJ $65-95k/year
About the roleAs a Junior Backend Engineer, the candidate will work alongside senior engineers to design, build, and maintain the backend services that power the platform. This is a hands-on role with exposure to the full development lifecycle—from API design and implementation through testing, deployment, and monitoring in production.The ideal candidate is eager to learn, comfortable asking questions, and excited about building systems that serve real users. This role provides mentorship, code review feedback, and the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful features early in the candidate's career. The engineer will gain experience with modern backend technologies while contributing to a collaborative engineering culture that values clean code and continuous improvement.
What you'll doJob details and compensation are subject to change.
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