Backend Software Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

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

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Overview

Open roles302+
Top employerCiti
Top cityJersey City, NJ
Cities hiring53
Work type72% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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LTIMindtree
Senior Software Engineer
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LTIMindtree
New 2h 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 6h 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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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 Engineer Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jersey City
110 jobs
Edison
14 jobs
Hoboken
13 jobs
Parsippany-Troy Hills
11 jobs
Berkeley Heights
10 jobs
Newark
10 jobs
Parsippany
10 jobs
Rutherford
10 jobs
Whippany
10 jobs

Backend Software Engineer Job Market in New Jersey

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

Who's Hiring

  • Citi
    Citi32
  • LTIMindtree
    LTIMindtree21
  • Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
    Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)19
  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase13
  • Canfield Scientific
    Canfield Scientific12

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software134
  • Banking & Financial Services51
  • Investment & Asset Management49
  • Consulting & Professional Services29
  • Construction & Real Estate17

What New Jersey Employers Look For

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

  • Proficiency in at least one backend language such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js
  • Experience designing and building RESTful or GraphQL APIs
  • Hands-on knowledge of relational and non-relational databases including PostgreSQL and MongoDB
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure
  • Understanding of microservices architecture, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field

Backend Software Engineer Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 302+ backend software engineer openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Jersey City, Edison, and Hoboken. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.

How much do backend software engineers make in New Jersey?

Backend software engineers 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 engineer jobs?

Jersey City, Edison, and Hoboken have the most backend software engineer openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire backend software engineers in New Jersey?

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

Are there remote backend software engineer jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 28% of backend software engineer 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 engineer jobs in New Jersey?

You can apply to backend software engineer 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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