Backend Engineers Jobs in Canada

Browse 698 backend engineers roles in Canada plus related opportunities such as python, laravel, node.js, go and ruby.

698 jobs found

Senior Backend Software Engineer focused on enhancing developer experience through tooling and practices at Zipline. Collaborate with teams to elevate engineering quality and efficiency.

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Backend Engineer
CA$131,883 - CA$161,190 per year

Full Stack Developer supporting delivery of cloud - based web applications within public - sector environment. Focused on building and maintaining scalable applications using Microsoft Azure and modern JavaScript frameworks.

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Backend Engineer

Senior Software Engineer at DraftKings developing scalable backend systems for sports betting applications. Collaborating in a fast - paced environment with a focus on quality and speed.

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Backend Engineer

Staff Software Developer leading the design and delivery of backend components at Varicent. Responsible for scalable service design and technical mentoring within a collaborative environment.

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Backend Engineer
CA$104,300 - CA$130,000 per year

Senior Software Engineer focusing on backend systems for an e - commerce startup. Responsible for designing and building services that support core workflows and operations.

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Backend Engineer

Senior Drupal Engineer developing backend integrations and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. Working remotely with global teams to enhance platform stability and observability.

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Backend Engineer

Software Engineer contractor supporting Black Book's Business Systems team in building scalable applications. Focused on developing and maintaining the Transactional Billing Automation platform for improved operations.

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Backend Engineer

Sr Python Developer

LinkedIn Recruiter Post

Sr Python Developer needed for hybrid role in Mississauga, ON. Must have Python, REST APIs, FastAPI/Django/Flask, Gen AI, AI/ML, microservices, AWS, CI/CD, Docker, and database experience.

Mississauga
Ontario
Backend Engineer

Python Developer

LinkedIn Recruiter Post

Hiring Python Developer with Fast API for hybrid role in Mississauga, ON. Must have 6 - 8+ years experience and valid Canadian work authorization.

Mississauga
Ontario
Backend Engineer

Senior Backend Engineer for Investigator team at Corelight. Architecting scalable cloud - native systems to disrupt cyber attacks using network data insights.

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Backend Engineer
$180,000 - $214,000 per year

Distributed Systems Engineer at Movable Ink designing and implementing high - performance distributed software systems. Collaborating closely with other teams and delivering value to major brands.

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Backend Engineer
CA$140,000 - CA$180,000 per year

Senior Backend Engineer joining Movable Ink's analytics team to build scalable backend systems. Designing data pipelines and mentoring junior engineers on software engineering best practices.

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Backend Engineer
CA$140,000 - CA$180,000 per year

Senior C++ Engineer developing high - quality software solutions at Manulife. Collaborating within cross - functional teams to ensure production reliability and performance.

Hybrid Role
Toronto
Ontario
Backend Engineer
CA$113,000 - CA$163,000 per year

Senior Backend Developer at Tempo improving time management solutions. Develop scalable software and APIs using Java/Kotlin while collaborating with cross - functional teams.

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Backend Engineer

Backend Engineer salary expectations in Canada

The average salary for backend engineers in Canada is $166,886 per year. This is based on 368 job openings.

Below is a breakdown of salary data by years of experience

ExperienceNumber of roles analyzedAverage salary
Entry (Backend Engineer) (0-1 yrs)0—
Junior Backend Engineer (1-2 yrs)28$140,986
Mid-level Backend Engineer (2-4 yrs)96$141,566
Senior Backend Engineer (5-9 yrs)289$164,433
Lead Backend Engineer (10+ yrs)68$186,259

How long does it take for companies to hire backend engineers in Canada?

We analyzed 149 job listings and found it takes about 37 days for employers to close a job opening.

The most in-demand skills for backend engineers in Canada

We reviewed 2,763 job postings and found the top skills employers ask for most often are:

Java37.8%
Cloud37.5%
AWS32.0%
SQL32.0%
JavaScript26.6%
Python24.9%
Docker24.8%
Kubernetes23.3%
Azure22.3%
Spring20.3%

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