Remote Backend Jobs
Remote backend jobs pay a median $169k base, and RemoteFront is tracking 10,605 open right now — refreshed hourly from 20,000+ company career pages, no recruiter spam. The most in-demand skills right now are Backend, Python, AWS.
Most in-demand backend skills
Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions
AI Software Engineer, Code Quality Validation
Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions
Senior Backend Developer (Remote)
Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions
AI Software Development Lifecycle Lead Engineer
Thomson Reuters
Senior Software Engineer, AI
Thomson Reuters
Lead Software Development Engineer
Thomson Reuters
Lead Software Engineer
Thomson Reuters
Senior Director, Software Engineering
Remote backend salary
The median base salary for a remote backend is $169k per year, with most roles between $139k and $200k — across 31 employers that disclosed pay.
Pay climbs about 91% from mid level ($109k) to staff ($208k) as you move up.
Base salary only (excludes bonus, commission, and equity). Median of remote US postings that disclosed pay, updated hourly. National averages (all employers, all settings) may differ.
Who's hiring remote backends
Experience mix across 10,605 open remote backend roles.
Top companies hiring remote backends
Frequently asked questions
How much do remote backends make?
The median base salary for a remote backend is about $169k per year, with most roles between $139k and $200k — across 31 employers that disclosed pay. This is base pay only — it excludes bonus, commission, and equity.
What companies are hiring remote backends?
Companies hiring remote backends right now include NVIDIA, Alpaca, Thomson Reuters, CVS Health, Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions, among others. RemoteFront pulls every listing straight from company career pages, so the employer list reflects who's actually hiring today.
What skills do you need for a remote backend job?
Across current remote backend postings, the most requested skills are Backend, Python, AWS, API, SQL, Java. Employers also value clear written communication and the self-direction remote work requires.
What experience level do remote backend jobs require?
54% of open remote backend roles are senior-level, but the feed spans entry through lead — filter by seniority to match your experience.
Can you really work as a backend remotely?
Yes. RemoteFront currently tracks 10,605 open remote backend roles, every one pulled from a real company career page and refreshed hourly as of August 2026.
How do I find legitimate remote backend jobs?
Every remote backend job on RemoteFront comes straight from a verified company career page — no reposts, no recruiter spam, no scams. Browse the latest above, or save a search to get new roles the moment they post.