Backend Engineer Salary in 2026
Based on 18 salary-transparent job listings
Salary Range
Low
$80
Average
$3,669
High
$0
25th Percentile
$1,875
Median
$40
75th Percentile
$1,835
Job Count
18
Salary Distribution
Backend Engineer Salary by Experience Level
| Experience | Avg. Salary | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Level | $3,669 | 18 |
Backend Engineer Salary by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $65,000 | 1 |
| San Francisco | $125 | 1 |
| Austin | $83 | 2 |
| Washington | $63 | 3 |
| El Segundo | $62 | 1 |
| Seattle | $61 | 4 |
| Vancouver | $45 | 2 |
| Greater London | $40 | 1 |
| Los Angeles | $40 | 1 |
| New York | $40 | 1 |
Backend Engineer Salary by Employment Type
Full-Time
$3,669
18 listings
Similar Roles
Software Engineer
17 listings
Software Development Engineer
11 listings
Senior Software Development Engineer
5 listings
Senior Backend Software Engineer (USA Remote)
5 listings
Senior Software Development Engineer (IBMi)
4 listings
Director, Software Engineering
4 listings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Backend Engineer salary?
The average Backend Engineer salary is $3,669 per year based on 18 job listings on Jobs Near Me. Salaries range from $80 to $0.
What is the highest paying city for Backend Engineer?
The highest paying city for Backend Engineer roles is Chicago with an average salary of $65,000.
How much does an entry level Backend Engineer make?
Entry level salary data for Backend Engineer is being collected. The overall average for this role is $3,669.