Backend Developer Jobs in Chicago

22 open backend developer roles in Chicago, refreshed daily. Build a tailored resume in minutes with Climbr's free AI resume builder.

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22

Median Salary

$116,500/yr

Across 6 listed pay ranges

Top Hiring

Comcast · Uber Freight · Opus Technologies

Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Uber Freight · Chicago, IL 60607, United States

Schedule: Full Time  Job Type: Hybrid Salary Type: Salary Req #: 3593   About the Team The Uber Freight team is building a better future for shipping. We believe that when shippers and carriers have the freedom...

Posted 10/30/2026

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Lead Backend Developer

Greymatter Innovationz · Chicago, Illinois

Greymatter Innovationz helps you stay digitally relevant across domains, technologies, and skillsets, every day. We are looking for: Job Title: Lead Backend Developer Location: Chicago, IL Experience: 6+ Years Durat...

Posted 10/27/2026

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Junior Backend Python Engineer: Build Scalable DSP Tools

Comcast · Chicago, Illinois

$93,000 - $140,000

Comcast is seeking a Backend Python Developer in Chicago, IL to design, build, and maintain backend services supporting DSP-related platforms. You will contribute across the SDLC, write clean code, and collaborate with t...

Posted 10/21/2026

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Backend Python Engineer: Scalable Ad Tech Platform

Comcast · Chicago, Illinois

$93,000 - $140,000

Comcast is seeking a Backend Python Developer in Illinois to design, develop, and integrate backend solutions that support business needs. You will participate in the SDLC, write efficient code, and collaborate with team...

Posted 10/21/2026

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Backend Developer

Digital Factory, Inc. · Chicago, Illinois

Job Description We are looking for a talented and entrepreneurial Backend Developer to join our growing technology team. This is an opportunity to work closely with a small, collaborative team and have a meaningful impa...

Posted 10/16/2026

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Software Engineer, Backend (Clearing)

Cboe Global Markets · Chicago, Illinois

Job Description: Position Summary: Building trusted markets , powered by our people   At Cboe Global Markets, we inspire our people to solve complex challenges together because what we do matters. We provide the finan...

Posted 10/16/2026

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Backend QA Engineer

Top Echelon · Chicago, Illinois

This job is posted on behalf of Paul Murphy Associates by Top Echelon. Title: Backend QA Engineer Location: Chicago, IL OR New York, NY OR Belfast, Northern Ireland Our client is seeking a Backend Quality Assurance En...

Posted 10/15/2026

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Java Backend Developer (Chicago)

Opus Technologies · Chicago, Illinois

We are looking for experienced Java Backend Developers to join our team in Chicago, IL. Key Skills: Strong experience in Java / Java 8+ Spring Boot, Spring Framework RESTful APIs and Microservices SQL and relational dat...

Posted 10/14/2026

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Senior Java Backend Developer.

Spruce Infotech · Chicago, Illinois

Team please work on it need resumes ASAP from Manoj by today EOD it is going to open in portal, See if any old profiles with backend development experience. Job Description Position: Senior Java Backend Developer. Mus...

Posted 10/11/2026

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Senior Backend Python Engineer: Django, Kubernetes & AWS

Comcast · Chicago, Illinois

$110,000 - $165,000

Comcast's FreeWheel unit in Illinois is seeking a Backend Python Developer to design, build, and scale backend services using Python and Django. Bring experience with REST APIs, Kubernetes/EKS, and AWS to own production ...

Posted 10/10/2026

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Java Backend Engineer — Spring Boot & Microservices

Opus Technologies · Chicago, Illinois

$90,000 - $120,000

Opus Technologies in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Java Backend Developer to design and implement scalable RESTful APIs and microservices using Java 8+ with Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and related technologies. The role i...

Posted 10/10/2026

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Lead Java Backend Developer - 403

DSM-H Consulting · Chicago, Illinois

Typical task breakdown: - Competent to perform all programming, project management, and development assignments without close supervision - Works directly on complex application/technical problem identification and res...

Posted 10/8/2026

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Backend Developer

InterSources · Chicago, Illinois

Backend Developer We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer who will design, build, and maintain backend services, APIs, and platform capabilities. This role combines strong backend engineering with hands-on involvement...

Posted 10/2/2026

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Sr. Software Engineer - Backend

Uber Freight · Chicago, IL 60607, United States

Job ID: 3448 Position Title: Sr. Software Engineer - Backend Company/Employer: Uber Freight US LLC  Location: 433 West Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL 60607   JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Architect and develo...

Posted 10/1/2026

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Senior Software Engineer - Backend Services

The University of Chicago · Chicago, Illinois

$150,000 - $170,000

Department Globus Automate About the Department Globus (www.globus.org) is a sustainable, non-profit unit within The University of Chicago delivering solutions to the research community worldwide. Globus develops and pr...

Posted 10/1/2026

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Backend QA Engineer

Paul Murphy Associates · Chicago, Illinois

This job is posted on behalf of Paul Murphy Associates by Top Echelon. Title: Backend QA Engineer Location: Chicago, IL OR New York, NY OR Belfast, Northern Ireland Our client is seeking a Backend Quality Assurance En...

Posted 9/30/2026

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Senior .NET Backend Engineer - Hybrid Chicago Contract

Dexian · Chicago, Illinois

$90,000 - $140,000

Dexian is seeking a Sr. .NET Developer for a 40-hour week in a hybrid role with 2 days onsite in downtown Chicago. The 6-month contract starts soon, with a strong possibility to extend and convert to full-time. This pos...

Posted 9/27/2026

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Backend Engineer, Core Technology

Stripe · US-Remote, Chicago, Seattle, San Francisco

Who we are About Stripe Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world's largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their re...

Posted 9/25/2026

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Senior/Staff Backend Engineer, Platform, Consumer Apps - Klover

Attain · Chicago, IL

About Attain Klover’s engineering team powers one of the fastest-growing fintech platforms in the U.S., supporting over one million active users each month. Our systems process and move more than $1.5 billion annually, e...

Posted 9/17/2026

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Java backend Engineer

USM Business Systems · Chicago, Illinois

• 8-10 years experience as a Java Developer • 80% or more focused on backend • Strong AWS Background, with services like Fargate, ECS, CloudWatch, Lambda • Database and CICD familiarity Require an onsite interview in Ch...

Posted 9/16/2026

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Backend Developer (Node.js + Express)

SynergisticIT · Chicago, Illinois

Are you passionate about coding or technology and ready to make your mark in tech? For more than 15 years, SynergisticIT has been helping aspiring developers like you excel in the tech industry. We focus on equipping you...

Posted 9/7/2026

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Java Backend Developer

Spruce Infotech · Chicago, Illinois

We are looking for an experienced Backend Developer with strong expertise in API development using Spring Boot on the Azure platform. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience designing, building, and maintaini...

Posted 8/9/2026

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