Backend Jobs in Canada
There are 1,110 open Backend jobs in Canada on freehire right now. 349 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are api, cloud and ai.
Salary
| Currency | Period | 25th | Median | 75th | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAD | year | CA$135,000 | CA$166,250 | CA$191,100 | 223 |
| USD | year | $161,625 | $186,350 | $197,500 | 30 |
From postings that disclose pay. Currencies are counted separately, never converted.
Most requested skills
- api 59%
- cloud 46%
- ai 43%
- java 36%
- aws 36%
- ci-cd 34%
- python 32%
- rest 29%
How the work is done
- Remote 195 · 18%
- Hybrid 170 · 15%
- Onsite 22 · 2%
Visa sponsorship offered in 67% of the 106 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 555
- Staff 89
- Lead 42
- Principal 14
- C-level 11
- Junior 11
Who is hiring
- 1000+ employees 228
- 501-1000 employees 79
- 51-200 employees 47
- 11-50 employees 15
- 201-500 employees 4
- 1-10 employees 2
Experienced Backend Developer for Global Gaming Projects
Backend developer building and maintaining APIs for game projects using Node.js, TypeScript, and databases, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Backend Developer (cloud & local infrastructures)
Build and maintain cloud and local backends for LivingSafe’s LISA IoT system, handling device management, APIs, and data security on AWS and internal servers.
Backend Developer Specializing in API Engineering
Build and maintain scalable backend APIs on AWS, designing secure cloud solutions and mentoring engineers while optimizing production systems.
Backend Developer Jr -
Build and maintain backend services for a mobile wallet and enterprise solutions using .NET, C#, and cloud platforms, focusing on web3 and blockchain technologies.
Java Backend Developer
Role Description Job Role: Sr. Java Backend Developer Job Location: Mississauga, Ontario Job Description The evolution of electronic trading and automation has changed the way that rates products trade forever driving…
Senior Backend Developer
Build and maintain scalable backend services in Java/Spring for enterprise clients, deploying on AWS and collaborating with global teams.
Senior Backend Developer
Build and maintain REST APIs and backend services in Java, integrating with internal/external systems via JSON/XML, and extending legacy integrations with robust error handling.
AI Backend Developer
Build and deploy backend services for AI/ML models, integrating LLMs, vector databases, and RAG pipelines using Python, FastAPI, and cloud platforms.
Dynamic Backend Developer Role
Build and maintain server-side applications and RESTful APIs using Node.js, Python, or Java to power web and mobile platforms.
BackEnd Developer (API Engineering)
Build and maintain secure, scalable backend APIs on AWS, owning features from design to deployment and support while using AI tools like Copilot to accelerate development.
Backend Developer ( Nest.js / Typescript)
Build and scale backend services in TypeScript/NestJS for a climate-tech platform integrating energy and AI, designing REST/GraphQL APIs and microservices.
Senior Backend Developer
Build and scale microservices in Node.js and PostgreSQL to modernize an influencer-marketing platform, migrating from a monolith while mentoring engineers.
Senior Backend Developer
Builds and maintains the backend for a sports analytics platform using AI, REST APIs, and PostgreSQL to process and deliver performance insights to teams, leagues, and media.
Senior Azure Cloud Backend Developer
Build and optimize Azure cloud-native applications using C#/ASP.NET Core, RESTful APIs, and Azure security services. Lead architecture, mentorship, and CI/CD in a healthcare-focused product team.