Entry Level Backend Software Engineer Jobs

New grad backend software engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong GitHub portfolio or internship project can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Insurance, and Science & Research, with employers like 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 Engineer 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 Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

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

Build a portfolio with two or three projects that show server-side logic, database design, and API development using languages like Python, Java, or Node.js. Employers at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate working code over years of experience, so open-source contributions, a capstone project, or a completed internship all strengthen your application. Bootcamp graduates and self-taught candidates are regularly considered.

Which companies hire entry level backend software engineers?

Companies hiring entry level backend software engineers right now include Rippling, TikTok, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Startups, mid-size technology firms, and large enterprise employers all post at this level, often looking for candidates who can grow within an engineering team from their first day.

Are there remote entry level backend software engineer jobs?

Yes, though on-site roles still make up a significant share of postings at this level. About 21% of entry level backend software engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility will find options alongside in-person roles that offer hands-on mentorship from senior engineers.

Are these new grad backend software engineer jobs?

Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior backend software engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward the requirement, or explicitly accepts a strong portfolio in place of full-time work history. Searching for junior or new grad titles surfaces these roles directly.

Which industries hire the most entry level backend software engineers?

Entry Level backend software engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Insurance, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on scalable systems, data pipelines, and APIs that require consistent junior engineering talent to build and maintain alongside senior teams.