Backend Software Engineer Jobs in New York

Backend Software Engineer jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, with sustained demand concentrated in fintech, media and advertising technology, enterprise software, and e-commerce, at every level from junior engineer through principal and staff. Most hiring is centered in New York City, with secondary clusters in Albany and Buffalo, where employers like JPMorgan Chase, Bloomberg, and Spotify maintain substantial engineering teams. The most in-demand specialties right now are distributed systems, API design, and cloud-native development on AWS and GCP. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles76
Top employerRippling
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring8
Work type49% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Cloud and Things
Senior . Net Backend Software Engineer
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Senior . Net Backend Software Engineer
Cloud and Things
New York, New York
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Consulting & Professional Services
Data Science
$50 - $64/hr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
11-50

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Senior Software Engineer – NestJS & Backend Architecture
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Senior Software Engineer – NestJS & Backend Architecture
Quantic
New York, New York
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$121k.25 - $138k.7/yr
On-Site

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Cornell University
Backend Software Engineer
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Backend Software Engineer
Cornell University
Ithaca, New York
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$99k - $115k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Wolfspeed
Thin Films Equipment Technician Back End Nights
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Thin Films Equipment Technician Back End Nights
Wolfspeed
Marcy, New York
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$21 - $30/hr
Associate of Applied Science

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Databricks
Sr. Software Engineer- Backend
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Sr. Software Engineer- Backend
Databricks
New York, New York
Customer Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$165k - $220k/yr
5,001-10,000

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Backend Software Engineer Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Marcy
2 jobs
Ithaca
1 job
Yonkers
1 job
Woodbury
1 job
Getzville
1 job
Richfield
1 job
Rochester
1 job

Backend Software Engineer Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

Rippling
Rippling4 open roles
Citi
Citi3 open roles
Ro
Ro2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software21
  • Banking & Financial Services4
  • Investment & Asset Management3
  • Electronics & Hardware2
  • Healthcare & Medical Services2

What New York Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field
  • Proficiency in at least one backend language such as Java, Python, Go, or Node.js
  • Experience designing and maintaining RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
  • Hands-on work with relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL and Redis
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly AWS or GCP, and containerization tools
  • Strong understanding of system design principles, scalability, and performance optimization

Backend Software Engineer Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a backend software engineer in New York?

Backend software engineering has no state-issued license in New York, so the path runs through education and demonstrated technical skill. Most New York employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, or a strong portfolio built through a recognized bootcamp or self-study. New York City's dense tech and fintech ecosystem means hiring managers weight practical project experience and system design knowledge heavily, so candidates who can show deployed, production-quality work tend to move through interview pipelines faster.

How much do backend software engineers make in New York?

Backend software engineers in New York earn a median of about $166,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $97,430 for the lowest 10% to over $224,590 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire backend software engineers in New York?

Employers hiring backend software engineers in New York right now include Rippling, Citi, and Ro, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New York's fintech and media sectors mean that financial services firms and digital-first media companies consistently post some of the highest volumes of backend engineering roles in the state.

Which New York cities have the most backend software engineer jobs?

New York, Marcy, and New York State have the most backend software engineer openings in New York. New York City dominates because it is home to the country's largest concentration of financial services, advertising technology, and media companies, all of which run large engineering organizations, while Albany draws openings tied to state government technology contracts and health information systems, and Buffalo has grown as a regional tech hub with lower operating costs attracting mid-size product companies.

Are there remote backend software engineer jobs in New York?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 67% of backend software engineer openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how naturally the work translates to distributed environments. Pure backend roles, particularly those centered on API development, data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure, are the most likely to be posted as fully remote, since they rarely require physical presence in a New York office.

How can I get hired as a backend software engineer in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a junior or associate engineer role at a mid-size New York product company or a fintech startup, where smaller teams give early-career candidates genuine backend responsibilities quickly. Large New York employers like JPMorgan Chase, Bloomberg, and Verizon run structured new-graduate programs that recruit directly from computer science programs. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as QA engineer, data analyst, or DevOps associate can also move into backend positions by building a portfolio of API or database projects and earning a cloud certification on AWS or GCP.

Where can I find and apply to backend software engineer jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to backend software engineer jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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