Backend Engineer Jobs in Texas
Backend Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand from entry-level to principal engineer concentrated in the technology, financial services, energy, and defense sectors. Austin, Dallas, and Houston lead the hiring, anchored by employers like Dell Technologies, American Airlines, and JPMorgan Chase, all of which maintain large Texas engineering teams. The most sought-after specialties include cloud-native development, distributed systems, and API design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job ID:
J55131
Job Title:
Java back-end developer with Digital asset
Location:
Plano, TX
Duration:
13 Months + Extension
Domain Exposure:
Utilities/ Energy
Client:
To Be Discussed Later
Employment Type:
W-2, 1099, C2C
Work Authorization:
US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other
Job Title: Java back-end developer with Digital asset
Location: Plano , TX
Duration: 13 Months + Extension
Bill Rate: $72/hour (C2C)
Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C
Client: To Be Discussed Later
Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other
Job Description:
- Build and support a mission critical Spring Boot engine for digital trade processing using MQ and Zeebe workflows to coordinate internal and external services
Skillsets:
- Java 21 Spring Boot and Maven
- Camunda 8 Zeebe workflow orchestration
- IBM MQJMS Kafka experience is a plus
- Oracle SQLJPA and Snowflake
- REST API integrations resilient error handling and transaction management
- JUnit 5 Mockito and integration testing
- Financial transaction processing experience preferred
- Smart contract or blockchain knowledge is a plus
- UI development or frontend integration experience is a plus
- Mandatory Skills Required: Java, Springboot, Camunda, Blockchain, Oracle
- Good to have skills: JIRA, Confluence, Excellent communication
We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Job ID:
J55131
Job Title:
Java back-end developer with Digital asset
Location:
Plano, TX
Duration:
13 Months + Extension
Domain Exposure:
Utilities/ Energy
Client:
To Be Discussed Later
Employment Type:
W-2, 1099, C2C
Work Authorization:
US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other
Job Title: Java back-end developer with Digital asset
Location: Plano , TX
Duration: 13 Months + Extension
Bill Rate: $72/hour (C2C)
Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C
Client: To Be Discussed Later
Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other
Job Description:
- Build and support a mission critical Spring Boot engine for digital trade processing using MQ and Zeebe workflows to coordinate internal and external services
Skillsets:
- Java 21 Spring Boot and Maven
- Camunda 8 Zeebe workflow orchestration
- IBM MQJMS Kafka experience is a plus
- Oracle SQLJPA and Snowflake
- REST API integrations resilient error handling and transaction management
- JUnit 5 Mockito and integration testing
- Financial transaction processing experience preferred
- Smart contract or blockchain knowledge is a plus
- UI development or frontend integration experience is a plus
- Mandatory Skills Required: Java, Springboot, Camunda, Blockchain, Oracle
- Good to have skills: JIRA, Confluence, Excellent communication
We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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Backend Engineer Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Energy
- Insurance
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in backend engineer jobs across Texas.
- Proficiency in at least one backend language such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js
- Experience designing and maintaining RESTful or GraphQL APIs at production scale
- Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly AWS or Azure, widely used by Texas employers
- Ability to work with relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL and MongoDB
- Understanding of microservices architecture and containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related technical field
Backend Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a backend engineer in Texas?
Backend engineering carries no state-issued license in Texas, so the path runs through education and demonstrated skill. Most employers expect at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related discipline, though strong candidates from accredited Texas coding programs and community college transfer pathways are hired regularly. Building a portfolio of shipped projects and contributing to open-source work materially improves competitiveness for early-career roles.
How much do backend engineers make in Texas?
Backend engineers in Texas earn a median of about $132,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,600 for the lowest 10% to over $183,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire backend engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring backend engineers in Texas right now include EY, Realtor, and Veryable, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, fast-growing technology firms, and large defense and energy contractors creates consistent backend hiring across industries well beyond the traditional tech sector.
Which Texas cities have the most backend engineer jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Plano account for the majority of backend engineer openings in Texas. Austin's dense technology startup and enterprise software ecosystem drives the highest concentration, while Dallas attracts demand from financial services, telecom, and corporate headquarters, and Houston's energy sector and growing healthcare technology industry fuel its share of backend roles.
Are there remote backend engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields. Backend engineering is well suited to remote work because the role centers on code, APIs, and distributed systems that require no physical presence. About 69% of backend engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how widely Texas employers have adopted flexible arrangements for engineering teams. Roles involving cloud infrastructure and internal platform development tend to be the most remote-friendly.
How can I get hired as a backend engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior engineer role that accepts recent graduates or career changers with a strong project portfolio and relevant coursework. Large Texas employers like Dell, Texas Instruments, and major Dallas and Austin financial services firms run new-grad programs that deliberately recruit candidates without professional experience. Lateral moves from QA engineering, data analyst, or IT support roles are a recognized entry route, and earning a cloud certification from AWS or Google Cloud gives early-career candidates a concrete edge in Texas interviews.
Where can I find and apply to backend engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to backend engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers hiring now. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and technical stack, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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