Back-End Engineer Jobs
Back-End Engineer jobs are open across fintech, healthtech, e-commerce, and enterprise software, from new-grad to staff and principal level, with specializations in API development, distributed systems, and database architecture. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Responsibilities
Team Introduction: As a central platform team within the Systems Department, The Infrastructure Delivery Platform Team is responsible for providing reliable, convenient, and unified resource and infrastructure service capabilities. Our scope includes end-to-end capacity delivery, asset management, data center infrastructure management, server fleet management, and other critical services that empower the department's operational efficiency and scalability. We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at our Company aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at our Company. Internships at Our Company aim to provide students with hands-on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real-world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to Our Company and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).
Fall Start Dates:
August 10th, 2026
August 24th, 2026
September 8th, 2026
September 21st, 2026
Online Assessment Candidates who pass resume screening will be invited to participate in the C technical online assessment.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for building ByteDance's global infrastructure digital platform, and undertaking backend development for business operation systems in procurement, delivery, planning, asset management, IDC (Internet Data Center) operation and maintenance, cost management, etc.
- Execute full cycle development, including requirement analysis, solution design, technical feasibility studies, code implementation, and unit testing
- Timely respond to and resolve critical live issues or production emergencies
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Able to commit to working for 12 weeks in 2026.
- Final year or graduating with a background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- Passionate about programming with solid coding capabilities and a strong foundation in data structures and algorithms
- Proficient in one or multiple programming languages, e.g. Java, Go, C/C++, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experienced in the use and optimization of MySQL and Redis, with solid knowledge of Linux systems, TCP/UDP, HTTP protocols, etc. Candidates who take the initiative to understand the source code implementations of mainstream frameworks will be preferred
- Exceptional learning agility, strong sense of responsibility, and proactive mindset
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: https://jobs.bytedance.com/en/legal/privacy
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $45 - $45. Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
- Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
- Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
- Exercising sound judgment.
About us
Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.
Why Join ByteDance
Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day. As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
Reasonable Accommodation
ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
Responsibilities
Team Introduction: As a central platform team within the Systems Department, The Infrastructure Delivery Platform Team is responsible for providing reliable, convenient, and unified resource and infrastructure service capabilities. Our scope includes end-to-end capacity delivery, asset management, data center infrastructure management, server fleet management, and other critical services that empower the department's operational efficiency and scalability. We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at our Company aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at our Company. Internships at Our Company aim to provide students with hands-on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real-world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to Our Company and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).
Fall Start Dates:
August 10th, 2026
August 24th, 2026
September 8th, 2026
September 21st, 2026
Online Assessment Candidates who pass resume screening will be invited to participate in the C technical online assessment.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for building ByteDance's global infrastructure digital platform, and undertaking backend development for business operation systems in procurement, delivery, planning, asset management, IDC (Internet Data Center) operation and maintenance, cost management, etc.
- Execute full cycle development, including requirement analysis, solution design, technical feasibility studies, code implementation, and unit testing
- Timely respond to and resolve critical live issues or production emergencies
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Able to commit to working for 12 weeks in 2026.
- Final year or graduating with a background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- Passionate about programming with solid coding capabilities and a strong foundation in data structures and algorithms
- Proficient in one or multiple programming languages, e.g. Java, Go, C/C++, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experienced in the use and optimization of MySQL and Redis, with solid knowledge of Linux systems, TCP/UDP, HTTP protocols, etc. Candidates who take the initiative to understand the source code implementations of mainstream frameworks will be preferred
- Exceptional learning agility, strong sense of responsibility, and proactive mindset
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: https://jobs.bytedance.com/en/legal/privacy
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $45 - $45. Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
- Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
- Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
- Exercising sound judgment.
About us
Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.
Why Join ByteDance
Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day. As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
Reasonable Accommodation
ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
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Who's Hiring
- Rippling38
- TikTok27
- Citi22
- Databricks19
- Apple16
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software480
- Banking & Financial Services82
- Consulting & Professional Services71
- Investment & Asset Management67
- Electronics & Hardware28
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in Back-End engineer jobs.
- Proficiency in one or more server-side languages such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js
- Experience designing and maintaining RESTful or GraphQL APIs at production scale
- Hands-on knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure and related services
- Understanding of containerization and orchestration tools including Docker and Kubernetes
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Back-End Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the stack
Back-end job listings are often filtered by specific languages and frameworks. Mirror the exact technology names from the posting, whether that's Go, Rust, or Django, so your resume clears automated screening before a human ever reads it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists back-end engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show system design decisions in your portfolio
Hiring managers for back-end roles want to see architectural thinking, not just working code. Include a writeup or diagram explaining why you chose a specific data model, caching layer, or message queue for a past project.
Target job titles that match your seniority
Back-end roles are posted under many titles: software engineer, platform engineer, infrastructure engineer, and API engineer. Search each variation at your level so you're not missing openings that match your experience but use different terminology.
Prep for a multi-stage technical interview
Most back-end interview loops include a coding screen, a system design round, and a behavioral session. Practice designing systems under time pressure, not just solving algorithm problems, since the design round is where mid-to-senior candidates are most often filtered out.
Negotiate with competing offers in hand
Back-end engineers frequently receive multiple offers simultaneously. Use that timing deliberately. A second offer from a comparable company gives you a concrete reason to ask for a higher base or stronger equity package without sounding speculative.
Back-End Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most back-end engineers?
The companies hiring the most back-end engineers right now include Rippling, TikTok, and Citi, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is particularly concentrated in fintech, enterprise software, and cloud infrastructure companies.
How many back-end engineer jobs are remote?
About 35% of back-end engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, making it one of the more flexible engineering disciplines. Roles focused on API development, platform engineering, and cloud infrastructure tend to offer the highest share of remote options compared to those tied to on-site hardware or data center operations.
How do you become a back-end engineer?
You become a back-end engineer by building a strong foundation in at least one server-side language, learning how databases store and retrieve data, and understanding how APIs connect systems. Build projects that involve a real database, authentication, and external integrations. Then contribute to open-source work or freelance projects to demonstrate production-level thinking to employers.
Can you get hired as a back-end engineer with little experience?
Yes, you can get hired as a back-end engineer with limited experience if your portfolio demonstrates that you can build and deploy functional server-side applications. Employers at the entry level care more about a working API project with clean code than formal credentials. Focus on roles titled junior engineer or associate software engineer, and apply to companies known for structured onboarding programs.
What does the back-end engineer interview process look like?
The back-end engineer interview process typically runs in four stages: a recruiter screen, a take-home or live coding challenge focused on algorithms and data structures, a system design session where you architect a scalable service, and a final round with cross-functional team members covering past projects and working style. Senior candidates spend more interview time on the design round than on raw coding problems.
Where can I find and apply to back-end engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to back-end engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your stack and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience.
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