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