Last updated 2026-07-04
52 Backend Engineer Jobs in Los Angeles, CA, United States
Browse 52 Backend Engineer jobs across Los Angeles, CA, United States. Listings are updated hourly and include salary data where available.
Market data for Backend Engineer jobs in Los Angeles, CA, United States
Los Angeles, CA, United States Backend Engineer salary data
Salary figures are based on postings with disclosed compensation and are shown as annualized ranges when available.
| Pay type | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $136K | $150K–$180K | $220K |
| Scope | P50 salary | P25-P75 range | Samples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles metro | $174K | $154K-$198K | 97 postings |
| California | $198K | $170K-$229K | 934 postings |
| U.S. | $185K | $152K-$216K | 2,695 postings |
Pay visibility: 41 of 52 visible postings include structured pay data (79%).
Explore Los Angeles, CA, United States Backend Engineer salary data.
Companies with current Backend Engineer listings
| Company | Active jobs |
|---|---|
| AXS | 4 |
| Scribd, Inc. | 3 |
| Athelas | 2 |
| Boeing | 2 |
| First Resonance | 2 |
| Fox Corporation | 2 |
| Genius Sports | 2 |
Backend Engineer jobs by schedule
| Schedule | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Full time | 50 | 96% |
| Internship | 2 | 4% |
Backend Engineer jobs by seniority
Common Backend Engineer job titles
| Title | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Software Engineer | 4 | 8% |
| Staff Backend Engineer | 3 | 6% |
| Backend Software Engineer | 2 | 4% |
| Senior Backend Engineer | 2 | 4% |
| Senior Developer, Back-End | 2 | 4% |
Backend Engineer jobs by listed location
| Location | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA, United States | 43 | 86% |
| Long Beach, CA, United States | 2 | 4% |
| Newport Beach, CA, United States | 2 | 4% |
| Seal Beach, CA, United States | 2 | 4% |
| Redondo Beach, CA, United States | 1 | 2% |
FAQ
- How many Backend Engineer jobs are listed in Los Angeles, CA, United States?
- This page currently shows 52 Backend Engineer jobs in Los Angeles, CA, United States.
- What salary data is available for Backend Engineer jobs in Los Angeles, CA, United States?
- Salary comparison includes Los Angeles metro ($174K P50, $154K-$198K P25-P75, 97 postings) and California ($198K P50, $170K-$229K P25-P75, 934 postings).
- Which companies are hiring for Backend Engineer roles in Los Angeles, CA, United States?
- Current listings include roles from AXS (4 jobs, 8%), Scribd, Inc. (3 jobs, 6%), Athelas (2 jobs, 4%), Boeing (2 jobs, 4%), and First Resonance (2 jobs, 4%).
- What seniority levels are common for Backend Engineer jobs in Los Angeles, CA, United States?
- The visible seniority mix includes Senior (28 jobs, 54%), Mid (21 jobs, 40%), Intern (2 jobs, 4%), and Entry (1 job, 2%).
- What work schedules are common for Backend Engineer jobs in Los Angeles, CA, United States?
- The visible schedule mix includes Full time (50 jobs, 96%) and Internship (2 jobs, 4%).
- What Backend Engineer job titles are common in Los Angeles, CA, United States?
- Common titles include Staff Software Engineer (4 jobs, 8%), Staff Backend Engineer (3 jobs, 6%), Backend Software Engineer (2 jobs, 4%), Senior Backend Engineer (2 jobs, 4%), and Senior Developer, Back-End (2 jobs, 4%).
- What does this market snapshot include?
- Most visible listings are full-time (50 of 52). Senior-level roles account for 28 of 52 listings. 41 of 52 visible postings include structured pay data.
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