Software Engineer Backend Salary

How much does a software engineer backend make? Real compensation data updated December 2025.

$170,023
Average Min
$230,971
Average Max
$226,040
Median Salary
$400,000
Top Salary
Entry level: $200,000
Senior level: $259,333
Top earners: $280,000

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Software Engineer Backend Salary by Experience Level

How software engineer backend salaries vary based on seniority and experience.

Senior

$236,016
average max salary
Range: $179,531 - $236,016
Based on 102 jobs

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Software Engineer Backend Salary by Region

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Real Job Data

Salaries from actual software engineer backend job postings.

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All figures in US Dollars, annual.