Entry Level Backend Software Developer Jobs

New grad backend software developer 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 carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Technology & Software, Insurance, and Science & Research, with Rippling, TikTok, and CVS Health hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles41
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerRippling
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type79% 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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Java Backend Developer with AWS
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Java Backend Developer with AWS
Infosys
Somerset, New Jersey
Backend Engineering
Data Engineering
Software Engineering
$76k - $99k/yr
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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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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Consultant II, Backend Software Engineering - Tax Transformation
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Consultant II, Backend Software Engineering - Tax Transformation
Deloitte
New Orleans, Louisiana
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
$79k - $161k/yr
Hybrid
ISTQB Certification
10,000+

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Entry Level Backend Software Developer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Rippling6 open roles
TikTok5 open roles
CVS Health5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software27
  • Insurance5
  • Science & Research2
  • Electronics & Hardware2
  • Investment & Asset Management2

Entry Level Backend Software Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level backend software developer job?

Build a portfolio of real projects that demonstrate server-side fundamentals: REST API design, database queries, authentication, and basic deployment. Employers at this level prioritize candidates who can show working code on GitHub over those who list only coursework. Internship experience, open-source contributions, or a capstone project from a bootcamp all strengthen an application for a first backend role.

Which companies hire entry level backend software developers?

Companies hiring entry level backend software developers right now include Rippling, TikTok, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The hiring mix at this level typically includes fast-growing startups building out engineering teams, established tech companies with structured new grad programs, and mid-size product companies looking for junior contributors who can grow with the role.

Are there remote entry level backend software developer jobs?

Yes, though the share is smaller than at senior levels. About 21% of entry level backend software developer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so opportunities exist for candidates who need flexibility. Many employers at this stage still prefer on-site or hybrid arrangements so new developers can get closer mentorship and team support during their first months on the job.

Are these new grad backend software developer jobs?

Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior backend software developer roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of professional experience and treats internships, personal projects, or a strong portfolio as equivalent to paid work history. If a listing does not require prior employment, it qualifies as a new grad opportunity.

Which industries hire the most entry level backend software developers?

Entry Level backend software developer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Insurance, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the bulk of junior hiring because they run product and platform teams that rely on backend infrastructure and need early-career engineers who can contribute to API development, data pipelines, and internal tooling as they build experience.