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Back-end developers build the server-side infrastructure and logic that power applications, handling databases, APIs, authentication, and business logic. They ensure systems are secure, scalable, and performant.
The median salary for a Backend Developer in Seattle is $149,705 per year. The range is $107K - $192K (P10: $81,691, P90: $245,334). (BLS OEWS 2025) Typical US salary range: $85K - $140K. In Europe: €60K - €90K. Cost of living in Seattle is very high compared to other cities.
Cloud computing capital with 300K+ software, e-commerce, and drone jobs. Seattle's AWS and Azure dominance makes it the cloud computing capital, with endemic remote work culture.
Top industries: Cloud Computing, E-commerce, Aerospace, Gaming.
Sound Transit rail expanding; tech industry pioneered remote work, making commutes optional for many.
Back-end developers progress to senior engineer, architect, or technical leadership roles; many specialize in microservices or cloud architecture. Back-end development in 2026 emphasizes cloud-native patterns, event-driven architectures, and observability over traditional monolithic approaches.
Be ready to discuss database design decisions and trade-offs—explain why you chose specific technologies for specific problems rather than using defaults.
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