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How much does Backend Engineer make?
Total pay range
$137K - $232K/yr
$177K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$99K - $160K/yrBase pay
$39K - $72K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 20251.1K Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
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Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Backend Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $187,112, Retail & Wholesale with a median total pay of $170,435, Financial Services with a median total pay of $153,052, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $143,705, and Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $140,985.
Information Technology
Top paying companies in Information Technology for Backend Engineer are Google, Apple, and Coinbase.
Frequently asked questions about Backend Engineer salaries
The average salary for Backend Engineer is $177,098 per year or $85 per hour, with top earners making up to $292,419 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $137,411 (25th percentile) to $231,785 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 1140 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Backend Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Backend Engineer is $231,785 per year, $19,315 per month or $111 per hour.
The lowest salary for Backend Engineer is $137,411 per year, $11,451 per month or $66 per hour.
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