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 Consulting & Professional Services, with CVS Health, Rippling, and Plaid hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles56
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerCVS Health
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type79% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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CVS Health
Pharmacy Technician Back End
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Pharmacy Technician Back End
CVS Health
Indianapolis, Indiana
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
$16 - $26/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Smart IT Frame LLC
Java Backend Developer
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Smart IT Frame LLC
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Java Backend Developer
Smart IT Frame LLC
Irving, Texas
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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ArenaNet
Backend Software Engineer
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ArenaNet
Added 5d ago
Backend Software Engineer
ArenaNet
Remote
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Backend Engineering
$57.00 - $86.00/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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CVS Health
Advanced Pharmacy Technician, Back End Full Time
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CVS Health
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Advanced Pharmacy Technician, Back End Full Time
CVS Health
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$17 - $28/hr
PTCB Certification
10,000+

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CVS Health
Pharmacy Technician, Back End Full Time
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CVS Health
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Pharmacy Technician, Back End Full Time
CVS Health
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$16 - $26/hr
PTCB Certification
10,000+

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Entry Level Backend Software Developer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • CVS Health
    CVS Health14
  • Rippling
    Rippling6
  • Plaid
    Plaid4
  • TikTok
    TikTok4
  • Photon
    Photon3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software29
  • Insurance13
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Science & Research3
  • Electronics & Hardware2

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 CVS Health, Rippling, and Plaid, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 September 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 Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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.