Backend Software Engineer Jobs in Utah

Backend Software Engineer jobs in Utah are open across Salt Lake City, Lehi, and American Fork and other Utah metros, with employers like Goldman Sachs, Western Governors University, and Adobe hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles97+
Top employerGoldman Sachs
Top citySalt Lake City, UT
Cities hiring13
Work type67% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Institutional Capital Network
Backend Software Engineer - Associate / Assistant Vice President
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Institutional Capital Network
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Backend Software Engineer - Associate / Assistant Vice President
Institutional Capital Network
Salt Lake City, Utah
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
Hybrid
Associate's

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Speechify
Senior Software Engineer
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Speechify
Added 1d ago
Senior Software Engineer
Speechify
Provo, Utah
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
$140k - $200k/yr
Remote (US)
None

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Brady Corporation
Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer
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Brady Corporation
Added 2d ago
Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer
Brady Corporation
Salt Lake City, Utah
Software Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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CSC
Senior Software Engineer
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CSC
Added 3d ago
Senior Software Engineer
CSC
Logan, Utah
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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University of Utah
Software Development Engineer III
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University of Utah
Added 3d ago
Software Development Engineer III
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Technical Product & Program Management
Backend Engineering
$91k - $118k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Backend Software Engineer Jobs by City in Utah

Where Utah roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Salt Lake City
50 jobs
Lehi
23 jobs
American Fork
5 jobs
Draper
3 jobs
Midvale
3 jobs
Provo
3 jobs
Holladay
2 jobs
Sandy
2 jobs
West Valley City
2 jobs

Backend Software Engineer Job Market in Utah

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

Who's Hiring

  • Goldman Sachs
    Goldman Sachs10
  • Western Governors University
    Western Governors University8
  • Adobe
    Adobe5
  • LVT (LiveView Technologies)
    LVT (LiveView Technologies)5
  • Pattern
    Pattern4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software38
  • Investment & Asset Management15
  • Education11
  • Banking & Financial Services10
  • Consulting & Professional Services9

What Utah Employers Look For

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

  • 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 Utah: Frequently Asked Questions

How many backend software engineer jobs are there in Utah?

There are 97+ backend software engineer openings in Utah on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Salt Lake City, Lehi, and American Fork. New positions post regularly as employers across Utah hire.

How much do backend software engineers make in Utah?

Backend software engineers in Utah earn a median of about $128,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,810 for the lowest 10% to over $177,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Utah cities have the most backend software engineer jobs?

Salt Lake City, Lehi, and American Fork have the most backend software engineer openings in Utah right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire backend software engineers in Utah?

Employers hiring backend software engineers in Utah include Goldman Sachs, Western Governors University, and Adobe, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote backend software engineer jobs in Utah?

Yes. About 33% of backend software engineer openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Utah metros.

How do I apply for backend software engineer jobs in Utah?

You can apply to backend software engineer jobs in Utah directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Utah location, then apply to each one that fits.

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