Backend Software Engineer Jobs in San Jose, CA
Backend Software Engineer jobs in San Jose are concentrated in North San Jose, Downtown, and the Alviso corridor, driven by semiconductor companies, enterprise software firms, and cloud infrastructure providers. Employers hiring right now include TikTok, Cisco, and NetApp. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At NetApp, our High Achievement Principles shape how we work: we innovate to elevate, drive results, and excel as a team. We have a history of helping customers turn challenges into business opportunities. That’s because we bring new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively in the most efficient possible way. As an Engineer with NetApp, you’ll have the opportunity to work with modern cloud and container orchestration technologies in a production setting. You’ll play an important role in scaling systems sustainably through automation and evolving them by pushing for changes to improve reliability and velocity.
Success profile
Ready to be an engineer at NetApp? Explore the traits that can help you thrive.
- Analytical
- Adaptable
- Communicator
- Detail-oriented
- Quick-thinking
- Problem solver
Responsibilities
San Jose, California, United States Job category: Software Engineering Job ID: 136875-en_USOwn Every Moment at NetApp
At NetApp, your ideas power innovation. We lead in intelligent data infrastructure—delivering unified storage, integrated data services, and solutions that help organizations unlock the full potential of their data, from AI to multicloud.
Ready to innovate and contribute to our path to $10B? Here, you'll collaborate with passionate teams, tackle real-world challenges, and see your impact in how customers transform and grow. If you're ready to bring curiosity, creativity, and drive to every moment, NetApp is where your journey begins. Join teams that innovate to elevate, drive results, and excel together across every function.
Job Summary
Create detailed designs and implement major management components for NetApp JetStream’s Disaster Recovery control plane software. Responsible for delivering an enterprise class NetApp software product. Software Engineer thrives as part of a high-performance team tasked with finding creative solutions to the most profound data challenges customers face. Wielding cutting-edge technologies, you help create new products and services that bring NetApp’s data fabric to every application, anywhere.
Job Requirements
Detailed job duties include:
- Work closely with back-end developer, front-end developer, and QA team to deliver world-class products on schedule.
- Hands-on coding, both developing and extending RESTful APIs and writing client-side code which interacts with other APIs(RESTful and SDKs)
- Designing/developing/maintaining backend software – includes enhancements, bug fixes and POCs.
- Develop complex orchestration capabilities to configure and manage VMware vSphere entities, including VM, Host, Cluster, etc. for DR.
- Design, develop and implement unit and scenario testing for existing code base and for new functionality under development.
- Ensuring code quality, troubleshooting bugs, automatization, participating in and leading code reviews.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in development with Java/J2EE software development and Web Technologies.
- 4+ years in developing management software for VMware vSphere Environment and Cloud technologies.
- Experience developing Java RESTful Web Applications, Database, JPA and Hibernate frameworks.
- Experience with Cloud storage like Amazon S3, Azure SDK and Google Cloud is preferred.
- Proven track record of working in complex projects and delivering products on schedule.
- Experience working with geographically distributed teams.
- Excellent testing and debugging skills.
The target salary range for this position is $170,000-253,000 (San Jose, CA Range) The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.
At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in-office and/or in-person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification.
Why You'll Thrive at NetApp
At NetApp, you won't wait for the perfect moment—you'll make it. The early planning, the extra thought, the bold idea that turns good into great: That's how our people operate and how we continue to push the boundaries of data infrastructure.
NetApp is the trusted partner for organizations transforming data into opportunity. As the only enterprise-grade storage service natively embedded in Google Cloud, AWS, and Microsoft Azure, we empower customers to run everything from traditional workloads to enterprise AI with unmatched performance, resilience, and security.
Our culture
We celebrate mold breakers, bold thinkers, and problem solvers. We reward initiative, impact, and ownership. We provide flexibility so you can balance professional ambition with your personal life. Here, differences are not just welcomed—they drive everything we do.
If you're ready to innovate, rise to the challenge, and own every moment - make your next move your best one. Apply now.
Submitting an Application
To ensure a streamlined and fair hiring process for all candidates, our team only reviews applications submitted through our company website. This practice allows us to track, assess, and respond to applicants efficiently. Emailing our employees, recruiters, or Human Resources personnel directly will not influence your application.
AI Disclosure
For select roles, some stages of our hiring process may use artificial intelligence tools to help evaluate applications and candidate selection. These tools support—rather than replace—human decision-making.
Our values
Put the customer at the center. Care for each other and our communities. Think and act like owners. Build belonging every day. Embrace a growth mindset.
Benefits
Volunteer time off
40 hours of paid volunteer time each year.
Well-being
Employee Assistance Program, fitness, and mental health resources to help employees be their best.
Time away
Paid time off for vacation and to recharge.
At NetApp, our High Achievement Principles shape how we work: we innovate to elevate, drive results, and excel as a team. We have a history of helping customers turn challenges into business opportunities. That’s because we bring new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively in the most efficient possible way. As an Engineer with NetApp, you’ll have the opportunity to work with modern cloud and container orchestration technologies in a production setting. You’ll play an important role in scaling systems sustainably through automation and evolving them by pushing for changes to improve reliability and velocity.
Success profile
Ready to be an engineer at NetApp? Explore the traits that can help you thrive.
- Analytical
- Adaptable
- Communicator
- Detail-oriented
- Quick-thinking
- Problem solver
Responsibilities
San Jose, California, United States Job category: Software Engineering Job ID: 136875-en_USOwn Every Moment at NetApp
At NetApp, your ideas power innovation. We lead in intelligent data infrastructure—delivering unified storage, integrated data services, and solutions that help organizations unlock the full potential of their data, from AI to multicloud.
Ready to innovate and contribute to our path to $10B? Here, you'll collaborate with passionate teams, tackle real-world challenges, and see your impact in how customers transform and grow. If you're ready to bring curiosity, creativity, and drive to every moment, NetApp is where your journey begins. Join teams that innovate to elevate, drive results, and excel together across every function.
Job Summary
Create detailed designs and implement major management components for NetApp JetStream’s Disaster Recovery control plane software. Responsible for delivering an enterprise class NetApp software product. Software Engineer thrives as part of a high-performance team tasked with finding creative solutions to the most profound data challenges customers face. Wielding cutting-edge technologies, you help create new products and services that bring NetApp’s data fabric to every application, anywhere.
Job Requirements
Detailed job duties include:
- Work closely with back-end developer, front-end developer, and QA team to deliver world-class products on schedule.
- Hands-on coding, both developing and extending RESTful APIs and writing client-side code which interacts with other APIs(RESTful and SDKs)
- Designing/developing/maintaining backend software – includes enhancements, bug fixes and POCs.
- Develop complex orchestration capabilities to configure and manage VMware vSphere entities, including VM, Host, Cluster, etc. for DR.
- Design, develop and implement unit and scenario testing for existing code base and for new functionality under development.
- Ensuring code quality, troubleshooting bugs, automatization, participating in and leading code reviews.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in development with Java/J2EE software development and Web Technologies.
- 4+ years in developing management software for VMware vSphere Environment and Cloud technologies.
- Experience developing Java RESTful Web Applications, Database, JPA and Hibernate frameworks.
- Experience with Cloud storage like Amazon S3, Azure SDK and Google Cloud is preferred.
- Proven track record of working in complex projects and delivering products on schedule.
- Experience working with geographically distributed teams.
- Excellent testing and debugging skills.
The target salary range for this position is $170,000-253,000 (San Jose, CA Range) The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.
At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in-office and/or in-person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification.
Why You'll Thrive at NetApp
At NetApp, you won't wait for the perfect moment—you'll make it. The early planning, the extra thought, the bold idea that turns good into great: That's how our people operate and how we continue to push the boundaries of data infrastructure.
NetApp is the trusted partner for organizations transforming data into opportunity. As the only enterprise-grade storage service natively embedded in Google Cloud, AWS, and Microsoft Azure, we empower customers to run everything from traditional workloads to enterprise AI with unmatched performance, resilience, and security.
Our culture
We celebrate mold breakers, bold thinkers, and problem solvers. We reward initiative, impact, and ownership. We provide flexibility so you can balance professional ambition with your personal life. Here, differences are not just welcomed—they drive everything we do.
If you're ready to innovate, rise to the challenge, and own every moment - make your next move your best one. Apply now.
Submitting an Application
To ensure a streamlined and fair hiring process for all candidates, our team only reviews applications submitted through our company website. This practice allows us to track, assess, and respond to applicants efficiently. Emailing our employees, recruiters, or Human Resources personnel directly will not influence your application.
AI Disclosure
For select roles, some stages of our hiring process may use artificial intelligence tools to help evaluate applications and candidate selection. These tools support—rather than replace—human decision-making.
Our values
Put the customer at the center. Care for each other and our communities. Think and act like owners. Build belonging every day. Embrace a growth mindset.
Benefits
Volunteer time off
40 hours of paid volunteer time each year.
Well-being
Employee Assistance Program, fitness, and mental health resources to help employees be their best.
Time away
Paid time off for vacation and to recharge.
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Backend Software Engineer Jobs in San Jose: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a backend software engineer job in San Jose?
Focus your search on North San Jose and the Alviso tech corridor, where semiconductor companies, cloud platform teams, and enterprise software firms cluster their engineering headcount. Roles in distributed systems, API development, and data pipeline engineering are in consistent demand. Candidates who can demonstrate experience with high-throughput, low-latency systems stand out in a market where many employers are building at significant scale.
Which companies hire backend software engineers in San Jose?
Companies currently hiring backend software engineers in San Jose include TikTok, Cisco, and NetApp, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. San Jose's hiring base skews toward established technology firms, chip design companies, and mid-stage cloud infrastructure startups with deep engineering teams.
Are there remote backend software engineer jobs in San Jose?
Yes, backend software engineering is well-suited to remote and hybrid arrangements because the work is code-driven and largely independent of physical location. About 33% of backend software engineer openings tied to San Jose are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest concentration in API development and cloud services roles. On-site requirements tend to appear most often in semiconductor-adjacent and hardware-integrated backend positions.
How can I get a backend software engineer job in San Jose with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in San Jose is through associate or junior engineer roles at mid-size enterprise software companies and cloud startups in North San Jose, which tend to hire new graduates with strong portfolio projects. Internship pipelines at San Jose's larger technology employers are another common on-ramp. Demonstrating backend fundamentals, such as REST API design, database management, and version control, in public repositories gives local hiring teams something concrete to evaluate.
Which industries hire the most backend software engineers in San Jose?
San Jose backend software engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. San Jose's position as a hub for semiconductor design, enterprise software, and cloud infrastructure means backend engineering demand is driven by companies building foundational technology products rather than consumer applications.
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