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Senior Backend Developer

Dearborn, MI ยท On-site

$110.90K - $144.10K/yr

Stefanini is looking for a Senior Backend Developer (Dearborn, MI) For quick apply, please reach out to Adil Khan at 248-728- 6424/ adil.khan@stefanini.com We are looking for candidate who will ...

Senior Back End Developer

OR ยท Remote

$113K - $146.70K/yr

General information Job Posting Title Senior Back End Developer Date Wednesday, May 13, 2026 City Remote Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements Maximus is a trusted ...

Hybrid Senior Backend Engineer

New York, NY ยท Hybrid

$200K - $250K/yr

Join an elite team as Senior Backend Engineer architecting the AI-driven infrastructure that democratizes access to high-skilled US immigration. Senior Backend Engineer Benefits -- Starting Salary ...

Senior Backend Developer

Dearborn, MI ยท On-site

$111K - $144.10K/yr

Stefanini is looking for a Senior Backend Developer (Dearborn, MI) For quick apply, please reach out to Fardeen Ali at / We are looking for someone who will be responsible for designing, building ...

Senior Back End Developer

VA ยท On-site +1

$120.90K - $157.10K/yr

General information Job Posting Title Senior Back End Developer Date Thursday, April 23, 2026 City Remote Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements Maximus is a trusted ...

Backend Engineer Senior Location: Orlando, FL Duration: Permanent Position Description: Kforce is working with a client in search of a Senior Backend Engineer to join their team! This position is ...

Senior Back End Developer

VA ยท On-site +1

$120.90K - $157.10K/yr

General information Job Posting Title Senior Back End Developer Date Thursday, May 14, 2026 City Remote Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements Maximus is a trusted ...

Senior Back End Developer

VA ยท On-site +1

$120.90K - $157.10K/yr

General information Job Posting Title Senior Back End Developer Date Friday, May 8, 2026 City Remote Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements Maximus is a trusted ...

Senior Back End Developer

Fort George G Meade, MD ยท On-site

$133.60K - $173.60K/yr

General information Job Posting Title Senior Back End Developer Date Friday, May 1, 2026 City Fort Meade State MD Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements Maximus is a ...

Senior Back End Developer

San Antonio, TX ยท On-site +1

$101.80K - $132.20K/yr

General information Job Posting Title Senior Back End Developer Date Thursday, May 7, 2026 City Remote Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements Maximus is a trusted ...

Senior Back End Developer

San Antonio, TX ยท On-site

$108.70K - $141.20K/yr

General information Job Posting Title Senior Back End Developer Date Friday, April 17, 2026 City San Antonio State TX Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements Maximus ...

Senior Back End Developer

VA ยท On-site +1

$120.90K - $157.10K/yr

General information Job Posting Title Senior Back End Developer Date Wednesday, May 13, 2026 City Remote Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements Maximus is a trusted ...

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How much do senior back end developer jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior back end developer in the United States is $139,839.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,500.00 and $156,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Back End Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Back End Developer, you need advanced programming skills (such as in Python, Java, or Node.js), a deep understanding of server-side architecture, and experience with databases, often backed by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with frameworks (like Django or Spring), RESTful APIs, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and version control systems (such as Git) is typically required, along with relevant certifications. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help you deliver robust solutions and mentor junior developers. These skills ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable back-end systems that are vital for reliable business operations.

What are some common challenges Senior Back End Developers face when working on large-scale systems?

Senior Back End Developers often encounter challenges such as ensuring system scalability, maintaining high performance under increased load, and designing robust APIs that can evolve over time. They must also address complex data consistency issues and integrate with multiple third-party services or legacy systems. Collaborating closely with front end, DevOps, and QA teams is crucial to align on architecture decisions and streamline deployment processes, making strong communication and problem-solving skills essential.

What are Senior Back End Developers?

Senior Back End Developers are experienced software engineers who specialize in building and maintaining the server-side logic, databases, and APIs that power web and mobile applications. They collaborate with front end developers and other team members to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of applications. Their responsibilities often include designing system architecture, optimizing code for scalability, implementing security best practices, and mentoring junior developers. Senior Back End Developers typically have several years of experience and a deep understanding of programming languages such as Java, Python, Ruby, or Node.js.

What is the difference between Senior Back End Developer vs Backend Engineer?

AspectSenior Back End DeveloperBackend Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related field, experience in backend developmentBachelor's in CS or related field, experience in backend systems
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with front-end developers, product managers, and QA teamsWorks on server-side logic, database integration, and API development
Industry UsageCommon in tech companies, startups, and enterprise software firmsUsed across similar industries, often interchangeably with Senior Back End Developer

Both roles require similar technical skills and educational backgrounds, focusing on server-side development. The main difference lies in the seniority level and scope of responsibilities, with Senior Back End Developers typically taking on more leadership and complex project tasks compared to Backend Engineers.

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Infographic showing various Senior Back End Developer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 31% Full Time, 61% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $139,839 per year, or $67.2 per hour.
Senior Backend Developer

Senior Backend Developer

Stefanini Group

Dearborn, MI โ€ข On-site

$110.90K - $144.10K/yr

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Posted 15 days ago


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Stefanini Group is hiring!

Stefanini is looking for a Senior Backend Developer (Dearborn, MI)

For quick apply, please reach out to Adil Khan at 248-728- 6424/ adil.khan@stefanini.com

We are looking for candidate who will develop and maintain the back-end/ server-side parts of an application, typically consisting of APIs, databases and other services containing business logic. They work with various languages and tools to create and maintain services on-prem or in the cloud.ย 

Responsibilities

  • Engage with customers to understand their use-cases and requirementsย 
  • Solve complex problems by designing, developing, and delivering using various tools, languages, frameworks, and technologiesย 
  • Align with architecture guidelines for unified and coherent approach to developmentย 
  • Design, develop, and deliver new code using various tools, languages, frameworks, and technologiesย 
  • Develop and maintain back-end applications like APIs and microservices using server-side languages like Java, Python, C#, etc.ย 
  • Manage application deployment to the cloud or on-prem, health and performance monitoring, security hardening and disaster recovery for deployed applicationsย 
  • Manage data storage and retrievals in applications by utilizing database technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.ย 
  • Promote improvements in programming practices, such as test-driven development, continuous integration, and continuous deliveryย 

Experience Required

  • 10+ years in IT; 8+ years in development
  • Must have prior API development experience, bonus points for developing publicly facing enterprise APIs
  • Design and develop APIs for Web, Mobile and Enterprise consumption for Fleet Telematics product
  • Spring Boot - Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure microservices and web applications using the Spring Boot framework. This includes leveraging Spring ecosystem components, integrating with databases, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness of applications.ย 
  • REST APIs - Architect, implement, and maintain well-documented, efficient, and scalable RESTful APIs.ย 
  • Java - Utilize strong proficiency in Java programming to write clean, efficient, and testable code, applying object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.ย 
  • Cloud Infrastructure - Experience designing, developing and supporting applications using any cloud platform.

Experience Preferred

  • GCP - Have experience working with GCP or equivalent services to design, develop and deploy cloud-native scalable solutions.ย 
  • Kotlin - Develop and maintain applications using the Kotlin programming language, potentially focusing on backend services or Android development, while adhering to best practices and design patterns.
  • Highly effective in working with other technical experts, Product Managers, Dev Ops, Big Data, UI/UX Designers, and business stakeholders.ย 
  • Experience with restful interfaces and OAS standards.ย 
  • Comfortable with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery tools and pipelines.ย 
  • Experience with backlogs, user stories, Jira or similar Agile Tools.

Education Required

  • Bachelor's Degree

**Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market. Also, some positions may include bonuses or other incentives***

Stefanini takes pride in hiring top talent and developing relationships with our future employees. Our talent acquisition teams will never make an offer of employment without having a phone conversation with you. Those face-to-face conversations will involve a description of the job for which you have applied. We will also speak with you about the process, including interviews and job offers.

About Stefanini Group

The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore and near shore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than four hundred clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are a CMM Level 5 company.

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