Backend Software Developer Jobs in New Jersey

Backend Software Developer jobs in New Jersey are open across Jersey City, Newark, and Whippany and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Citi, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Audible hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles205+
Top employerCiti
Top cityJersey City, NJ
Cities hiring45
Work type72% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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LTIMindtree
Senior Software Engineer
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LTIMindtree
New 3h ago
Senior Software Engineer
LTIMindtree
Jersey City, New Jersey
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
$88k - $116k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Optum
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer
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Optum
New 7h ago
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer
Optum
Basking Ridge, New Jersey
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Full-stack Engineering
Technical Program Management
Backend Engineering
$92k - $164k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Speechify
Senior Software Engineer
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Speechify
Added 1d ago
Senior Software Engineer
Speechify
Princeton, New Jersey
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
$140k - $200k/yr
On-Site
None

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MetLife
Senior JAVA Full Stack Software Engineer
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MetLife
Added 3d ago
Senior JAVA Full Stack Software Engineer
MetLife
Whippany, New Jersey
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
$130k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Voto Consulting LLC
Senior Java Software Engineer
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Voto Consulting LLC
Added 3d ago
Senior Java Software Engineer
Voto Consulting LLC
Jersey City, New Jersey
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
On-Site
None

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Backend Software Developer Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jersey City
70 jobs
Newark
10 jobs
Whippany
9 jobs
Edison
8 jobs
Hoboken
8 jobs
Parsippany
8 jobs
Rutherford
8 jobs
Parsippany-Troy Hills
7 jobs
Camden
6 jobs

Backend Software Developer Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Citi
    Citi21
  • Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
    Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)12
  • Audible
    Audible8
  • Barclays
    Barclays8
  • canfield scientific
    canfield scientific8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software91
  • Banking & Financial Services32
  • Investment & Asset Management28
  • Consulting & Professional Services19
  • Construction & Real Estate11

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in backend software developer jobs across New Jersey.

  • Proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js
  • Experience designing and building RESTful or GraphQL APIs
  • Hands-on experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL and query optimization
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure and core services
  • Understanding of microservices architecture, containerization with Docker, and orchestration with Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field

Backend Software Developer Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How many backend software developer jobs are there in New Jersey?

There are 205+ backend software developer openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Jersey City, Newark, and Whippany. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.

How much do backend software developers make in New Jersey?

Backend software developers in New Jersey earn a median of about $135,940 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $84,880 for the lowest 10% to over $207,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which New Jersey cities have the most backend software developer jobs?

Jersey City, Newark, and Whippany have the most backend software developer openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire backend software developers in New Jersey?

Employers hiring backend software developers in New Jersey include Citi, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Audible, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote backend software developer jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 28% of backend software developer openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.

How do I apply for backend software developer jobs in New Jersey?

You can apply to backend software developer jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.

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