Backend Software Developer Jobs in California
Backend Software Developer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, fintech, entertainment software, and enterprise SaaS across a seniority range from entry-level to principal engineer. The largest hiring metros are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose, where companies like Google, Apple, and Meta have deep, long-standing engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties are distributed systems, cloud-native API development, and microservices architecture. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview
At PGA TOUR Superstore, we are always looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated, flexible individuals who will share a passion for helping transform our business. As one of the fastest growing specialty retailers, we are dedicated to hiring selfless team players from different backgrounds to influence the growth of our organization. Part of the Arthur M. Blank Family of Businesses, PGA TOUR Superstore continuously strives to create a family culture for our Associates – driven by our vision to inspire people through golf and tennis.
Position Summary
The Back-End Department Head (BEDH) possesses expertise in operations, processes, and efficiency, instrumental in delivering a seamless experience for our Customers by ensuring product availability, accurate pricing, and proper signage on the sales floor. Key responsibilities include the consistent implementation of the Logistics Game Plan, maintaining a 95% E-Commerce fulfillment rate, managing the RTV/Customer Warranty process, upholding receiving standards, ensuring accurate tagging integrity before product placement, and adhering to Company Merchandise Standards when setting products.
Key Responsibilities:
- This role is responsible for supporting and overseeing all Logistics and E-Commerce operations.
- Skilled in logistics, processes, and efficiency, enabling a consistent experience for our Customers by ensuring the product is set, in-stock, accurately priced and signed on the sales floor.
- Clear communication through directing on-floor work assignments and providing specific departmental training for all Associates.
- Participate in weekly department walks with the OM to evaluate the state of the business and create worklist for self/department Associates that align with their strengths. Additionally, follow up with the OM on the execution of all assigned tasks.
- Champion a culture where Associates love to work, and Customers love to shop; recognize service behaviors and reward outstanding performance in partnership with Store Leadership Team.
- Assist in keeping sales floor merchandise presence at a premiere stock and visual level to drive sales and the Customer experience.
- Coach and train Associates to have an obsessed Customer experience mindset when it comes to the timelessness of e-commerce processed and presentation standards.
- All receiving areas, equipment, and supplies are always clean, organized, and operational.
- All receiving programs and procedures are consistently executed/maintained.
- Responsible for but not limited to setting all new floorplans/planograms in partnership with department Associates, accurately receiving all daily receipts, creating tickets for purchase order issues, executing monthly markdowns in partnership with department Associates, price changes, setting Merchandise Standards, completing cycle counts, maintaining topstock/backstock integrity, providing override support to the front end and complete daily safety walks looking for any potential safety concerns in assigned department.
- This role acts as the expert of their assigned department by providing valuable input into operational and merchandising decisions with the OM to drive sales and elevate the Customer experience.
- Ensure compliance with all Loss Prevention policies and procedures to maintain store inventory accuracy and a safe and secure workplace.
- Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
- Responsible for opening and closing the store at times without additional leadership presence. Responsibilities include but not limited to cash handling procedure, deposits, Customer escalation, opening/closing procedures, providing task direction to all departments, maintain brand/merchandising standards across entire store, drive Customer experience and Associate/Customer safety.
Qualifications and Skills Required:
- Communication: Candidates must have strong listening and interpersonal skills. They must possess good verbal and written communication skills and be able to communicate cross-functionally. Candidates communicate expectations and standards to execute Company programs.
- Computer: Candidates must possess basic computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook.
- Accountability: Candidates must possess the skills to manage conflict, lead conflict resolution and hold others accountable.
- Business Acumen: Ability to quickly learn business acumen with appropriate training.
- Organization: Candidates must be able to organize multiple priorities to ensure that resources are properly allocated to meet objectives.
- Leadership: Candidates must be able to lead by example and, through daily actions, enforce a high standard of Customer service. Candidates must lead with a Servant Leadership approach.
- Education/Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent and retail experience preferred.
- Working Conditions and Physical Demands: Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, climb up and down a ladder, move throughout the store, and lift a 30 lb. box overhead.
- Schedule: Must be able to work a flexible work week, and work nights, weekends, and holidays depending on business needs.
PGA TOUR Superstores is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
We comply with all laws that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex/gender, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, and any other legally protected status. Employment discrimination isn’t just unlawful, it violates our policies and is not who we are. Every associate at every level in the organization is prohibited from engaging in any form of discrimination.
An associate who believes s/he is being discriminated against should report it immediately to the Human Resources department. The law and our policies prohibit retaliation against anyone for making such a report.
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Backend Software Developer Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- TikTok20

- Walmart11

- Rippling10

- Affirm7

- Databricks5

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- Technology & Software55
- Banking & Financial Services7
- Science & Research5
- Electronics & Hardware5
- Insurance4
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in backend software developer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js
- Experience designing and maintaining RESTful or GraphQL APIs at production scale
- Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure
- Working knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL and MongoDB
- Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
Backend Software Developer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a backend software developer in California?
Backend software development has no state-issued license in California, so the path centers on education and demonstrated technical skill. Most California employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, though graduates of accredited coding bootcamps are widely considered at many companies. Building a portfolio of backend projects, contributing to open-source repositories, and earning cloud certifications from AWS or Google strengthen a California application considerably.
How much do backend software developers make in California?
Backend software 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 backend software developers in California?
Employers hiring backend software developers in California right now include TikTok, Walmart, and Rippling, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's density of technology headquarters and major engineering offices means backend roles appear at scale across both established giants and high-growth SaaS companies throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most backend software developer jobs?
San Francisco, San Jose, and Sunnyvale have the most backend software developer openings in California. San Francisco and San Jose anchor the market through the Bay Area's deep concentration of technology headquarters and engineering campuses, while Los Angeles draws volume from its expanding entertainment technology, fintech, and startup ecosystem.
Are there remote backend software developer jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 51% of backend software developer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the nature of work that requires only a laptop and a stable connection. Fully remote roles are most common in API development, cloud infrastructure, and platform engineering, where output is measured by code rather than physical presence.
How can I get hired as a backend software developer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate or new-graduate software engineer role, which large California employers like Google, Apple, and Salesforce post regularly through their university recruiting programs. Completing a structured bootcamp, building two or three GitHub portfolio projects that demonstrate API design or database work, and applying to junior engineering and QA automation roles are common ways candidates without experience get a first offer. Pursuing an AWS Cloud Practitioner or Google Associate Cloud Engineer certification signals readiness to California hiring teams.
Where can I find and apply to backend software developer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to backend software developer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated in real time. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly from the listing.
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