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Paychex

Python Developer IV

Chicago, IL · Remote

$111K - $174K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs using Python and Django ... We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes ...

Cimcor, Inc.

Front End Web Developer

Merrillville, IN · On-site

... and virtual IT assets in real-time. The CimTrak Integrity Suite protects your critical files ... Help back-end developers with coding and troubleshooting * Ensure high-quality graphic standards ...

Navtech, Inc.

Fullstack Developers

Chicago, IL · On-site

Candidates should have a sound knowledge of both React Frontend and Node backend. Key requirements ... Thorough understanding of React.js and its core principles including Virtual DOM, Data Binding ...

Apex Systems

Software Engineer

Riverwoods, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Design and develop enterprise-grade backend services using Java 21, Spring Boot, and microservice ... Exposure to DevOps practices, infrastructure-as-code, or containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Follett

Team Lead, Python/Django Engineer

Westchester, IL

$138K - $170K/yr

... virtual stores across the continent. We take pride in the fact that for more than 140 years, we ... The team's primary surface area is backend, with a lighter-weight React front-end layer supporting ...

Apex Systems

Sr. Full Stack Engineer

Riverwoods, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Build and enhance backend services * Support migration of legacy applications into modern ... Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Parts Town

Technical Manager, Engineering

Addison, IL · On-site

$141K - $209K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Parts Town Pride - check out our virtual tour and culture! * Quarterly profit-sharing bonus ... The Job at a Glance The Technical engineering Manager (Front-End/Back-End) is a dynamic leadership ...

Parts Town

Technical Manager, Engineering

Addison, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Parts Town Pride - check out our virtual tour and culture! * Quarterly profit-sharing bonus ... The Job at a Glance The Technical engineering Manager (Front-End/Back-End) is a dynamic leadership ...

Parts Town

Technical Manager, Engineering

Addison, IL

$141K - $209K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Parts Town Pride - check out our virtual tour and culture! * Quarterly profit-sharing bonus ... The Job at a Glance The Technical engineering Manager (Front-End/Back-End) is a dynamic leadership ...

TekCommands Inc

Dynatrace SME

Chicago, IL · On-site

$54.25 - $74.50/hr

Windows and Linux Azure Virtual Machines * Kubernetes / AKS clusters * Azure Function Apps (Windows ... and backend). * Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD practices. * Expertise in ActiveGate ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual back end developer in Chicago, IL is $59.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.80 and $70.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Virtual Back End Developer vs Web Developer?

AspectVirtual Back End DeveloperWeb Developer
Primary FocusServer-side logic, databases, APIsFront-end design, user interface, client-side
Skills & CertificationsProgramming languages like Python, Node.js; database management; API developmentHTML, CSS, JavaScript; UI/UX design
Work EnvironmentRemote or on-site, often in tech companies or startupsRemote or on-site, in web development agencies or companies
Common UsageBuilding and maintaining server-side applicationsDesigning and implementing website interfaces

The Virtual Back End Developer primarily focuses on server-side programming, databases, and APIs, while the Web Developer concentrates on creating the visual and interactive elements of websites. Both roles often work remotely and require overlapping technical skills, but their core responsibilities differ significantly in scope and focus.

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Principal Backend Engineer (Hybrid work schedule)

Parts Town

Addison, IL • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 14 days ago

Parts Town rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 419 rated retail wholesalers

Job description

See What We’re All About
As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. That’s key. But we’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!
Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We’re more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We’re proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain’s Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let’s chat – Apply Today!
Perks
  • Parts Town Pride – check out our virtual tour and culture!
  • Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
  • Hybrid Work schedule
  • Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Monthly IT stipend
  • Casual dress code
  • On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
  • All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
 
 
The Job at a Glance
As a Principal Backend Engineer, you will design, architect, and optimize scalable microservices that power our eCommerce and enterprise platforms. You’ll drive backend architecture and ensure seamless integration across systems like commerce, CMS, ERP, PIM, and marketing. Championing best practices in modularization, API design, and event-driven architectures, you’ll leverage Node.js, TypeScript, Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless technologies to create secure, high-performance services.
You’ll own backend engineering policies, CI/CD pipelines, and testing automation to ensure reliable deployments. As a technical leader, you'll define logging, observability, and disaster recovery strategies, ensuring high availability. Collaboration with frontend, DevOps, and data teams will be key to optimizing system performance. Mentoring engineers and contributing to architectural decisions will be central to your role. This position is ideal for someone with extensive experience in backend design and distributed systems.
A Typical Day
  • Backend Architecture: Design scalable, cloud-native microservices and ensure seamless interoperability between platforms (eCommerce, CMS, ERP, PIM, marketing)
  • Implementation & Best Practices: Leverage Node.js, TypeScript, Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless technologies to build high-performance services. Advocate for modularization, API-first, event-driven architectures, and domain-driven design
  • Engineering Standards: Establish CI/CD practices, automated testing, and backend tooling standards. Drive adoption of best practices for service-to-service communication (REST, GraphQL, gRPC)
  • Operational Practices: Lead disaster recovery strategies, define observability and logging best practices, and drive automated testing strategies
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with frontend, DevOps, and data teams to optimize APIs, caching, and databases.
  • Mentor engineers and collaborate with other Principal Engineers to ensure engineering excellence
 
 
To Land This Opportunity
  • You have strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • You have 10+ years of experience in backend system design, eCommerce, and distributed applications
  • You’re an expert in Node.js, TypeScript, and cloud-native platforms (Azure preferred)
  • You‘re passionate and knowledgeable of databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis), microservices, event-driven architectures (Kafka, NATS), and API standards (REST, GraphQL)
  • You possess experience with unit, integration, and contract testing (Jest, Mocha, Pact) and CI/CD (Terraform, Pulumi)
  • You are a familiar with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), serverless computing, Kubernetes, and containerization
  • You have proven ability to mentor engineers and collaborate across teams.
 
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