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, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Banking & Financial Services, with Rippling, CVS Health, and TikTok hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles169+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerRippling
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type68% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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CVS Health
Pharmacy Technician Back End
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CVS Health
New 1m ago
Pharmacy Technician Back End
CVS Health
Londonderry, New Hampshire
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
$16 - $28/hr
PTCB Certification
10,000+

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Dev Technology Group
Mid-Level Backend Developer (AWS)
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Dev Technology Group
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Mid-Level Backend Developer (AWS)
Dev Technology Group
Reston, Virginia
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$72k - $115k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Software Engineer II, Backend (Reliability Platform)
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Software Engineer II, Backend (Reliability Platform)
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San Francisco, California
Project & Program Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
$146k - $225k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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UST
Java Backend Engineer
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UST
New 1m ago
Java Backend Engineer
UST
Sunnyvale, California
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
IT Support
$82k - $123k/yr
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
Conyers, Georgia
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
$16 - $26/hr
PTCB Certification
10,000+

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Entry Level Backend Software Developer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Rippling
    Rippling20
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health17
  • TikTok
    TikTok11
  • Capital One
    Capital One9
  • Wealthfront
    Wealthfront8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software81
  • Healthcare & Medical Services18
  • Banking & Financial Services17
  • Investment & Asset Management12
  • Fintech9

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, CVS Health, and TikTok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 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 32% of entry level backend software developer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 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, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 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.