Back End Developer Jobs in California

Back End Developer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in enterprise software, fintech, cloud infrastructure, and entertainment technology at every level from junior to staff engineer. The densest hiring is in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Google, Salesforce, and Apple maintain large engineering organizations and consistently recruit back end talent. The most in-demand specialties include distributed systems, API development, and cloud-native architecture on AWS or Google Cloud. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles45
Top employerALTRUIST
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring16
Work type55% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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CVS Health
Pharmacy Technician Back End
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CVS Health
Added 6d ago
Pharmacy Technician Back End
CVS Health
Cerritos, California
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$16 - $28.84/hr
PTCB Certification
10,000+

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Cognizant
Java Backend Lead Developer
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Cognizant
Added 2w ago
Java Backend Lead Developer
Cognizant
Sunnyvale, California
Project Management
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$68k - $140k/yr
On-Site
10,000+

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X Development
Staff Backend Software Engineer, Developer Productivity Engineering
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X Development
Added 2w ago
Staff Backend Software Engineer, Developer Productivity Engineering
X Development
Mountain View, California
Cloud Architecture
Solutions Architecture
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$207k - $290k/yr
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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Electronic Arts
Développeur.se de logiciels sénior.e - applications dorsales / Senior Software Developer - Backend
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Electronic Arts
Added 2w ago
Développeur.se de logiciels sénior.e - applications dorsales / Senior Software Developer - Backend
Electronic Arts
Redwood City, California
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Specialized Engineering
$141k - $256k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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ALTRUIST
Staff Back End Engineer
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ALTRUIST
Added 3w ago
Staff Back End Engineer
ALTRUIST
San Francisco, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$220k - $285k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science
11-50

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Back End Developer Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
7 jobs
Sunnyvale
6 jobs
San Diego
3 jobs
San Jose
2 jobs
Palo Alto
2 jobs
Santa Clara
2 jobs
Mountain View
2 jobs
Burbank
1 job

Back End Developer Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

ALTRUIST
ALTRUIST8 open roles
Cognizant
Cognizant3 open roles
Also
Also2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Insurance
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in back end developer jobs across California.

  • Proficiency in at least one backend language such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js
  • Experience designing and maintaining RESTful or GraphQL APIs for production systems
  • Hands-on work with relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure
  • Understanding of containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field

Back End Developer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a back end developer in California?

Back end development has no state-issued license in California, so the path runs through education and demonstrated technical skill. Most employers accept a bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering, though California's tech industry also widely recognizes coding bootcamp graduates who can show a strong project portfolio. Building experience through open-source contributions, internships, or contract work is a practical way to meet the bar California employers typically set.

How much do back end developers make in California?

Back end developers in California earn a median of about $174,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $105,060 for the lowest 10% to over $272,670 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire back end developers in California?

Employers hiring back end developers in California right now include ALTRUIST, Cognizant, and Also, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's concentration of enterprise software, cloud, and media companies means back end roles appear across a wide range of industries beyond traditional tech.

Which California cities have the most back end developer jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Sunnyvale have the most back end developer openings in California. San Francisco leads because of its density of enterprise software and fintech headquarters, Los Angeles draws volume from entertainment technology and e-commerce platforms, and San Diego contributes through its growing cluster of defense technology and biotech firms that rely heavily on backend infrastructure.

Are there remote back end developer jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 68% of back end developer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how thoroughly this work can be done off-site. Fully remote roles are most common in API development, microservices, and cloud infrastructure, where output is measured in code rather than physical presence.

How can I get hired as a back end developer in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to associate software engineer or junior developer roles at mid-size California technology companies that run structured new-grad programs, such as those commonly posted by companies headquartered in the Bay Area and Los Angeles. Adjacent roles like QA engineer, DevOps associate, or data engineer offer a lateral route in. A portfolio of deployed projects on GitHub and familiarity with one major cloud platform give early-career candidates a concrete edge in California screening processes.

Where can I find and apply to back end developer jobs in California?

You can find and apply to back end developer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly.

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