Entry Level Backend Engineer Jobs

New grad backend engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship project can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site, remote, and hybrid roles across Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Fintech, with employers like Wealthfront, Rippling, and CVS Health hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles62
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerWealthfront
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type62% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Pharmacy Technician Back End
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Pharmacy Technician Back End
CVS Health
Lodi, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
$16 - $28/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Senior AI Backend Software Engineer
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Senior AI Backend Software Engineer
TikTok
San Jose, California
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
$388k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Backend Engineer
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Backend Engineer
GitLab
Remote
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
$162k/yr
Remote (US)
None

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Software Developer - Provisioning (Back End, Java)
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Software Developer - Provisioning (Back End, Java)
National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC)
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in management information systems
1,001-5,000

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Software Engineer, Backend, Level 4
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Software Engineer, Backend, Level 4
Snap Inc.
Los Angeles, California
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$133k - $235k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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Entry Level Backend Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Wealthfront8 open roles
Rippling7 open roles
CVS Health7 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software32
  • Investment & Asset Management10
  • Fintech8
  • Insurance6
  • Electronics & Hardware3

Entry Level Backend Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level backend engineer job?

Build a portfolio with two or three projects that demonstrate server-side work, such as a REST API, a database-backed app, or a small microservice. Proficiency in at least one backend language, like Python, Java, or Node.js, along with familiarity with SQL and version control, gives candidates a real edge. Internship experience helps, but self-taught candidates with deployed, public projects land these roles too.

Which companies hire entry level backend engineers?

Companies hiring entry level backend engineers right now include Wealthfront, Rippling, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of technology startups, enterprise software firms, and companies in retail and finance that are growing their engineering teams.

Are there remote entry level backend engineer jobs?

Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles are still common at this stage. About 38% of entry level backend engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility will find real options without limiting their search to one geography.

Are these new grad backend engineer jobs?

Yes, listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior backend engineer roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship work or academic projects as qualifying background, and does not require prior professional employment. If a role lists a portfolio or coursework as acceptable, it fits this category.

Which industries hire the most entry level backend engineers?

Entry Level backend engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Fintech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they are actively building or scaling software products and need engineers who can contribute to core backend systems from the start.