Becoming a backend developer requires learning coding languages, developing all server-side logic, and managing the exchange of data between the server and users. The average backend developer salary is around $69,766 in the United States, with the potential for more depending on experience. Furthermore, developer salary could be more depending on the location of the offices—for example, engineers in San Francisco earn around 28 percent more than those in other cities.

Many backend developers prefer to work remotely, presenting an opportunity for freelance talent to become developers worldwide. According to Codementor, the average freelance hourly rate for a backend web developer is between $61-80 USD.