Backend Developer
Build the functional foundations of computer software.
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- What's it like to be a Backend Developer?
- How to become a Backend Developer
- Latest Backend Developer jobs
- Top skills and experience for Backend Developers
- Backend Developer role reviews
What's it like to be a Backend Developer?
A Backend Developer is a software developer who specialises in building the software’s server-side functions. They commonly work with programming languages like Python, C, PHP, Java and Ruby. Backend Developers work with the elements of software that are unseen by the end user.
Tasks and duties
- Gathering project requirements by liaising with stakeholders.
- Collaborating with Front End Developers and User Experience (UX) architects.
- Analysing project requirements and designing solutions and features.
- Creating wireframes and virtual prototypes to illustrate project specifics.
- Using computer software to write and modify programming code.
- Testing code for bugs and implementing improvements and fixes.
- Solving problems using logic and methodical testing processes.
- Developing testing and validation processes.
- Deploying code to the live environment.
How to become a Backend Developer
It is possible to work as a Backend Developer without formal qualifications; however, employers may prefer candidates with qualifications in computer science. You will need to be able to demonstrate your technical competencies to a prospective employer.
- Complete a qualification in Computer Science with a focus on Software Development.
- Aim to secure a placement in an internship program while studying. This will provide you with relevant experience as well as guidance and mentorship from experienced Developers.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Backend Developer employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. API
Microservices
Node.JS
Back End Development
Nosql
AWS
C# Programming
CI/CD
Kubernetes
Postgresql
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Latest Backend Developer reviews
Nov 2023
Enter this role if you have the passion and patience
Reviewer's QualificationMaster of Information Technology
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationAdvertising, Arts & Media
The good thingsBack End Developer is a good role only if you have passion to solve complex problems without getting frustrated and depressed. And you can come up with creative ways to solve the task.
The challengesSometimes we face a lot of errors while trying to achieve the target that it takes a lot more time than expected. Then we end up spending a lot more time working even after normal work hours to just m...
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Feb 2025
Challenging and rewarding
Reviewer's QualificationMaster of Computer Applications
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationAdvertising, Arts & Media
The good thingsThe learning curve and positive challenges
The best part of being in this role is the positive learning process and experience you get while dealing with challenging situations. You always keep learn...
The challengesThe stability
Sometimes we get stuck with the role which delays our development and progress as a developer but it’s a slow process and part of the journey.
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