Last updated 2026-07-04
102 Backend Engineering Jobs in Seattle, WA, United States
Browse 102 Backend Engineering jobs across Seattle, WA, United States. Listings are updated hourly and include salary data where available.
Market data for Backend Engineering jobs in Seattle, WA, United States
Professionals specializing in developing and maintaining the server-side logic and infrastructure of software applications.
Seattle, WA, United States Backend Engineering 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 | $140K | $167K–$230K | $275K |
| Scope | P50 salary | P25-P75 range | Samples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle metro | $184K | $158K-$215K | 85 postings |
| Washington | $184K | $158K-$215K | 85 postings |
| U.S. | $193K | $165K-$225K | 1,359 postings |
Pay visibility: 66 of 102 visible postings include structured pay data (65%).
Explore Seattle, WA, United States Backend Engineering salary data.
Companies with current Backend Engineering listings
Backend Engineering jobs by schedule
| Schedule | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Full time | 102 | 100% |
Backend Engineering jobs by seniority
Common Backend Engineering job titles
| Title | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | 11 | 11% |
| Senior Software Engineer | 7 | 7% |
| Senior Backend Engineer | 5 | 5% |
| Backend Engineer | 3 | 3% |
| Software Developer 5 | 3 | 3% |
Backend Engineering jobs by listed location
| Location | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA, United States | 73 | 72% |
| Bellevue, WA, United States | 18 | 18% |
| Redmond, WA, United States | 7 | 7% |
| Kirkland, WA, United States | 3 | 3% |
| Des Moines, WA, United States | 1 | 1% |
FAQ
- How many Backend Engineering jobs are listed in Seattle, WA, United States?
- This page currently shows 102 Backend Engineering jobs in Seattle, WA, United States.
- What salary data is available for Backend Engineering jobs in Seattle, WA, United States?
- Salary comparison includes Seattle metro ($184K P50, $158K-$215K P25-P75, 85 postings) and Washington ($184K P50, $158K-$215K P25-P75, 85 postings).
- Which companies are hiring for Backend Engineering roles in Seattle, WA, United States?
- Current listings include roles from Google (14 jobs, 11%), Microsoft (9 jobs, 7%), Oracle (8 jobs, 6%), Amazon (7 jobs, 5%), and Apple (7 jobs, 5%).
- What seniority levels are common for Backend Engineering jobs in Seattle, WA, United States?
- The visible seniority mix includes Mid (52 jobs, 51%), Senior (47 jobs, 46%), and Entry (3 jobs, 3%).
- What work schedules are common for Backend Engineering jobs in Seattle, WA, United States?
- The visible schedule mix includes Full time (102 jobs, 100%).
- What Backend Engineering job titles are common in Seattle, WA, United States?
- Common titles include Software Engineer (11 jobs, 11%), Senior Software Engineer (7 jobs, 7%), Senior Backend Engineer (5 jobs, 5%), Backend Engineer (3 jobs, 3%), and Software Developer 5 (3 jobs, 3%).
- What does this market snapshot include?
- Most visible listings are full-time (102 of 102). Mid-level roles account for 52 of 102 listings. 66 of 102 visible postings include structured pay data.
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