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  1. PHP
  2. .NET
  3. Java
  4. C++
  5. C

Backend Engineer Jobs in Software Engineering

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Backend Engineering deals with the data access layer of a piece of software and sometimes the physical hardware like a server. Backend Engineers are commonly asked to create automated testing frameworks and will write them in a scripting language such as Python, Perl, Ruby, or Node.js. They are also usually in charge of the database administration which includes security and authentication through the software being used. Backup methods and backup software will usually be handled by the Backend Engineer as will any data transformation tasks that may be required in order for backup to occur. Backend Engineer jobs can be found at companies like Collective Health, Stitch Labs, Tinder, Coinbase and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company.

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The software engineering industry employed a little over 1 million people in 2016 and the Bureau of Labor estimates the industry will grow 24% through 2026. Software Engineers mainly create computer programs that run on computers or other devices, although some develop the underlying systems that run devices or networks. Software Engineers are usually required to have a bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science along with a demonstration of strong programming skills. Companies that employ Backend Engineers in the software industry include WillowTree, D3 Banking Technology, Warner Bros Entertainment Group, Facebook and Intelligent Flying Machines.

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The salaries of candidates in this role range from a low of $80,000 to a high of $250,000, with a median salary of $155,000.

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Java Developer - Binfer
Java Developer - Binfer
About Binfer<br><br>Binfer is an early stage high-tech startup that has developed a direct device to device, secure communication platform. Binfer's innovative platform allows messaging, collaborat...
Java Developer - Binfer
Java Developer - Binfer
About Binfer<br><br>Binfer is an early stage high-tech startup that has developed a direct device to device, secure communication platform. Binfer's innovative platform allows messaging, collaborat...
Lead Server Engineer
Lead Server Engineer
About Nexon<br><br>Nexon's roots are originally in Asia, but is now expanding aggressively into the western gaming market by opening a studio in Orange County California. We believe that games are ...
Lead Server Engineer
Lead Server Engineer
About Nexon<br><br>Nexon's roots are originally in Asia, but is now expanding aggressively into the western gaming market by opening a studio in Orange County California. We believe that games are ...
RAN System Engineer
RAN System Engineer
Mavenir is purpose-built to redefine mobile network economics for Communication Service Providers (CSPs). Our innovative solutions pave the way to 5G with 100% software-based, end-to-end, Cloud Nat...
RAN System Engineer
RAN System Engineer
Mavenir is purpose-built to redefine mobile network economics for Communication Service Providers (CSPs). Our innovative solutions pave the way to 5G with 100% software-based, end-to-end, Cloud Nat...
Java Applications Developer
Java Applications Developer
Company Overview<br><br>Gelber Group, a Chicago-based global proprietary trading corporation, has set the bar as one of the industry's most innovative and enduring firms. Our success is driven by o...
Java Applications Developer
Java Applications Developer
Company Overview<br><br>Gelber Group, a Chicago-based global proprietary trading corporation, has set the bar as one of the industry's most innovative and enduring firms. Our success is driven by o...
Principal Systems Engineer
Principal Systems Engineer
Overview<br><br>Welcome to Allscripts! Our Mission is to be the most trusted provider of innovative solutions that empower all stakeholders across the healthcare continuum to deliver world-class ou...
Principal Systems Engineer
Principal Systems Engineer
Overview<br><br>Welcome to Allscripts! Our Mission is to be the most trusted provider of innovative solutions that empower all stakeholders across the healthcare continuum to deliver world-class ou...
Senior Backend Engineer - Revenue
Senior Backend Engineer - Revenue
The Tinder Revenue team is a small, determined group of engineers that have built one of the top grossing apps in the world. Our mission is to monetize Tinder's global user base through subscriptio...
Senior Backend Engineer - Revenue
Senior Backend Engineer - Revenue
The Tinder Revenue team is a small, determined group of engineers that have built one of the top grossing apps in the world. Our mission is to monetize Tinder's global user base through subscriptio...
Audio System Software Tools Engineering Co-op
Audio System Software Tools Engineering Co-op
Job Description Bose is a leader in providing outstanding sound in Automotive applications. The Tuning Tools team develops cutting edge software applications to design and customize the sound for e...
Audio System Software Tools Engineering Co-op
Audio System Software Tools Engineering Co-op
Job Description Bose is a leader in providing outstanding sound in Automotive applications. The Tuning Tools team develops cutting edge software applications to design and customize the sound for e...
Systems Engineer Level III
Systems Engineer Level III
Desired Clearance Requirements: Possess current TS/SCI (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) clearance based on a current SSBI (Single Scope Background Investigation) background check<br...
Systems Engineer Level III
Systems Engineer Level III
Desired Clearance Requirements: Possess current TS/SCI (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) clearance based on a current SSBI (Single Scope Background Investigation) background check<br...
Systems Engineer Level III
Systems Engineer Level III
Desired Clearance Requirements: Possess current TS/SCI (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) clearance based on a current SSBI (Single Scope Background Investigation) background check.<b...
Systems Engineer Level III
Systems Engineer Level III
Desired Clearance Requirements: Possess current TS/SCI (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) clearance based on a current SSBI (Single Scope Background Investigation) background check.<b...
Enterprise Systems Architect
Enterprise Systems Architect
The Business Technology (Systems) Group is a newly formed engineering organization that focuses on building internal business systems to make Merakians more efficient. We are looking for an enterpr...
Enterprise Systems Architect
Enterprise Systems Architect
The Business Technology (Systems) Group is a newly formed engineering organization that focuses on building internal business systems to make Merakians more efficient. We are looking for an enterpr...
IT System Engineer (SCADA)
IT System Engineer (SCADA)
Job Description Summary:<br><br>Individual will participate in the maintenance, support, development and enhancement of real-time IT systems and applications in support of Electric Transmission and...
IT System Engineer (SCADA)
IT System Engineer (SCADA)
Job Description Summary:<br><br>Individual will participate in the maintenance, support, development and enhancement of real-time IT systems and applications in support of Electric Transmission and...
Senior Staff Systems Engineer
Senior Staff Systems Engineer
Are you ready for a change? At ZT Systems, we put People First, and from day one our team members make a difference. A fast-growing key player in a multibillion-dollar market, ZT designs and builds...
Senior Staff Systems Engineer
Senior Staff Systems Engineer
Are you ready for a change? At ZT Systems, we put People First, and from day one our team members make a difference. A fast-growing key player in a multibillion-dollar market, ZT designs and builds...
Senior Systems Engineer (Big Data Linux Admin)
Senior Systems Engineer (Big Data Linux Admin)
Common Purpose, Uncommon Opportunity. Everyone at Visa works with one goal in mind - making sure that Visa is the best way to pay and be paid, for everyone everywhere. This is our global vision and...
Senior Systems Engineer (Big Data Linux Admin)
Senior Systems Engineer (Big Data Linux Admin)
Common Purpose, Uncommon Opportunity. Everyone at Visa works with one goal in mind - making sure that Visa is the best way to pay and be paid, for everyone everywhere. This is our global vision and...
Software Engineer-Back End
Software Engineer-Back End
Our Values<br><br>* Customers First: Meaningfully deliver high-quality value to our customers<br>* Continuous Improvement: Foster improvements to our work and its quality, our teams, and our compan...
Software Engineer-Back End
Software Engineer-Back End
Our Values<br><br>* Customers First: Meaningfully deliver high-quality value to our customers<br>* Continuous Improvement: Foster improvements to our work and its quality, our teams, and our compan...
Software Engineer, Mid-level / C# .NET
Software Engineer, Mid-level / C# .NET
Have you been working as a software engineer in C# and .NET, but not really doing the things you want? Are you just maintaining old code, perhaps using old tools. Is the future a bit cloudy, both f...
Software Engineer, Mid-level / C# .NET
Software Engineer, Mid-level / C# .NET
Have you been working as a software engineer in C# and .NET, but not really doing the things you want? Are you just maintaining old code, perhaps using old tools. Is the future a bit cloudy, both f...
Backend Engineer - Personalization
Backend Engineer - Personalization
The Personalization team makes deciding what to play next on Spotify easier and more enjoyable for every listener. We seek to understand the world of music and podcasts better than anyone else so t...
Backend Engineer - Personalization
Backend Engineer - Personalization
The Personalization team makes deciding what to play next on Spotify easier and more enjoyable for every listener. We seek to understand the world of music and podcasts better than anyone else so t...
Systems Engineer / Solutions Architect
Systems Engineer / Solutions Architect
SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer / Solutions Architect to be an integral part of large program/enterprise level work for an intelligence community customer supporting the customer mission. This p...
Systems Engineer / Solutions Architect
Systems Engineer / Solutions Architect
SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer / Solutions Architect to be an integral part of large program/enterprise level work for an intelligence community customer supporting the customer mission. This p...
Senior Java Engineer
Senior Java Engineer
Nintendo of America Inc.<br><br>The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Ninte...
Senior Java Engineer
Senior Java Engineer
Nintendo of America Inc.<br><br>The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Ninte...
Jr. Java Developer
Jr. Java Developer
Job Description<br><br>We are seeking a Jr. Java Developer to join our project team in building and implementing enterprise grade software systems. This role will coordinate multiple simultaneous s...
Jr. Java Developer
Jr. Java Developer
Job Description<br><br>We are seeking a Jr. Java Developer to join our project team in building and implementing enterprise grade software systems. This role will coordinate multiple simultaneous s...
Senior Backend Engineer - Personalization
Senior Backend Engineer - Personalization
The Personalization team makes deciding what to play next on Spotify easier and more enjoyable for every listener. We seek to understand the world of music and podcasts better than anyone else so t...
Senior Backend Engineer - Personalization
Senior Backend Engineer - Personalization
The Personalization team makes deciding what to play next on Spotify easier and more enjoyable for every listener. We seek to understand the world of music and podcasts better than anyone else so t...
WAN System Engineer
WAN System Engineer
Overview<br><br>EIS is seeking motivated professionals (analysts, scientists, engineers, specialists and technicians) interested in working in small team environments in the areas of analysis, prod...
WAN System Engineer
WAN System Engineer
Overview<br><br>EIS is seeking motivated professionals (analysts, scientists, engineers, specialists and technicians) interested in working in small team environments in the areas of analysis, prod...
Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Ad Delivery Platform)
Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Ad Delivery Platform)
"The front page of the internet," Reddit brings over 330 million people together each month through their common interests, inviting them to share, vote, comment, and create across thousands of com...
Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Ad Delivery Platform)
Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Ad Delivery Platform)
"The front page of the internet," Reddit brings over 330 million people together each month through their common interests, inviting them to share, vote, comment, and create across thousands of com...
Senior Software Engineer, Search
Senior Software Engineer, Search
The front page of the internet," Reddit brings over 330 million people together each month through their common interests, inviting them to share, vote, comment, and create across thousands of comm...
Senior Software Engineer, Search
Senior Software Engineer, Search
The front page of the internet," Reddit brings over 330 million people together each month through their common interests, inviting them to share, vote, comment, and create across thousands of comm...
Solution Architect - Integrations/BI
Solution Architect - Integrations/BI
Main role / Job Objective:<br><br>In the role of Solution Architect (Integrations/BI) - Brand Owner you will work with our Brand Owner customers to analyze, define and deliver packaging management ...
Solution Architect - Integrations/BI
Solution Architect - Integrations/BI
Main role / Job Objective:<br><br>In the role of Solution Architect (Integrations/BI) - Brand Owner you will work with our Brand Owner customers to analyze, define and deliver packaging management ...
Software Engineer, Infrastructure
Software Engineer, Infrastructure
Over the next 10 years, biotech will fundamentally rewrite the way we live. Gene editing and cell therapy will dramatically change how we treat cancer and other major illnesses. Biofuels and biomat...
Software Engineer, Infrastructure
Software Engineer, Infrastructure
Over the next 10 years, biotech will fundamentally rewrite the way we live. Gene editing and cell therapy will dramatically change how we treat cancer and other major illnesses. Biofuels and biomat...
Staff Software Engineer, Backend
Staff Software Engineer, Backend
Company Overview<br><br>Expanse helps IT operations and security teams discover, manage, and secure all of their global internet assets. Current Expanse customers comprise more than 10 percent of t...
Staff Software Engineer, Backend
Staff Software Engineer, Backend
Company Overview<br><br>Expanse helps IT operations and security teams discover, manage, and secure all of their global internet assets. Current Expanse customers comprise more than 10 percent of t...
Software Engineer (Back End)
Software Engineer (Back End)
THE COMPANY<br><br>What do you get when you cross the best of Silicon Valley innovation with the agriculture economy? Farmer's Business Network, Inc.!<br><br>We are proudly Farmers First℠. Created ...
Software Engineer (Back End)
Software Engineer (Back End)
THE COMPANY<br><br>What do you get when you cross the best of Silicon Valley innovation with the agriculture economy? Farmer's Business Network, Inc.!<br><br>We are proudly Farmers First℠. Created ...
Senior Software Engineer, MuleSoft Integration (Contractor)
Senior Software Engineer, MuleSoft Integration (Contractor)
New Relic<br><br>Senior Software Engineer, MuleSoft Integration (Contractor)<br><br>San Francisco, California<br><br>We're looking for a Software / Integration engineer contract (6 months we would ...
Senior Software Engineer, MuleSoft Integration (Contractor)
Senior Software Engineer, MuleSoft Integration (Contractor)
New Relic<br><br>Senior Software Engineer, MuleSoft Integration (Contractor)<br><br>San Francisco, California<br><br>We're looking for a Software / Integration engineer contract (6 months we would ...
Sr. System Automation Engineer
Sr. System Automation Engineer
Overview:<br><br>POSITION SUMMARY:<br><br>Genomic Health's Release Engineering team has made a significant investment in Environment Management automation. This role is a critical player in taking ...
Sr. System Automation Engineer
Sr. System Automation Engineer
Overview:<br><br>POSITION SUMMARY:<br><br>Genomic Health's Release Engineering team has made a significant investment in Environment Management automation. This role is a critical player in taking ...
Linux Systems Engineer
Linux Systems Engineer
Linux Systems Engineer<br><br>* ID: 815826<br>* Location: Chicago<br>* Department: Technology<br>* Targeted Start Date: Immediate<br>* Type: Regular<br><br>DRW is a technology-driven, diversified p...
Linux Systems Engineer
Linux Systems Engineer
Linux Systems Engineer<br><br>* ID: 815826<br>* Location: Chicago<br>* Department: Technology<br>* Targeted Start Date: Immediate<br>* Type: Regular<br><br>DRW is a technology-driven, diversified p...

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  2. .NET
  3. Java
  4. C++
  5. C