Backend Jobs in Philippines
There are 469 open Backend jobs in Philippines on freehire right now. 102 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are api, rest and java.
Salary
| Currency | Period | 25th | Median | 75th | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHP | month | ₱44,375 | ₱110,000 | ₱157,500 | 12 |
From postings that disclose pay. Currencies are counted separately, never converted.
Most requested skills
- api 67%
- rest 40%
- java 37%
- cloud 32%
- python 29%
- sql 27%
- ci-cd 27%
- microservices 26%
How the work is done
- Hybrid 61 · 13%
- Remote 60 · 13%
- Onsite 25 · 5%
Visa sponsorship offered in 33% of the 3 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 170
- Middle 34
- Junior 24
- Lead 13
- Intern 2
- Staff 1
Who is hiring
- 1000+ employees 22
- 501-1000 employees 4
- 51-200 employees 4
- 11-50 employees 1
- 201-500 employees 1
Mid-Level Backend Developer
Develops, maintains, and optimizes backend services and REST APIs for a lending marketplace platform using Node.js, TypeScript, and SQL databases, including payment/messaging integrations, API security, automated testing, and AWS/Docker operations. On-site role in Santolan, Pasig City, Philippines.
Senior Backend Engineer: Scalable Microservices
Sysgen RPO in Makati is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to design and build scalable microservices and backend systems — refining requirements with product managers, implementing robust secure APIs, optimizing data stores, and leading reliability and performance initiatives through hands-on coding and architecture leadership.
Senior .NET Backend Engineer — Cloud Microservices
Senior engineer at 8x8 designing and building high-throughput RESTful APIs and backend microservices for a global messaging platform — optimizing performance, writing unit/integration tests, and aligning requirements with product teams. Core stack: C#/.NET Core, cloud, CI/CD, and distributed systems.
Software Engineer Backend And API Services Architect
Software Engineer at General Milling Corporation (Philippines) managing the full SDLC — designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services and APIs using Java, REST/SOAP web services, and relational and NoSQL databases. Suited to candidates with 1–3 years' experience and strong OOP and design-pattern fundamentals.
Backend Engineer (Client-site with relocation package)
At Umpisa Inc., our mission is to make the Philippines be known globally as a tech hub. Umpisa Inc. is a progressive technology services company that partners with select industries, clients and people to work on…
Backend Developer ( Intern, Jr, Grads ) (Start ASAP)
Entry-level backend developer role (interns, juniors, recent grads) at AICines: building and scaling APIs, the data layer, and infrastructure behind its AI video streaming pipeline. Fully remote with flexible hours; needs a backend language like Node.js, Python, or Java plus databases.
Backend API Engineer (Python/FastAPI) for App Connectivity
Mid-level engineer on Firefly Electric & Lighting's IT team in Manila, building REST APIs with Python/FastAPI to connect mobile apps to backend systems. Needs 1-3 years' mobile development experience, strong Python fundamentals, and familiarity with Kotlin/Java for Android or cross-platform work.
PHP Backend Engineer for HR/Payroll APIs
PHP backend engineer at ERPat System (Philippines) building modular features, API integrations, and reporting workflows in CodeIgniter for HR, payroll, and finance operations. Day to day: implement backend features, review tenant-aware data flows, and support QA readiness with clear handoffs.
Mid-Level Backend Engineer – Java/Python with AI
Nelnet Philippines is hiring a mid-level backend engineer to own and deliver backend features in Java and Python, including AI-enabled capabilities. Day to day they translate requirements into production-ready code and collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
Backend Java Developer with Healthcare Industry Experience
Cardinal Health is hiring a backend Java developer (4-8 years) in Taguig, Philippines, to configure, enhance, and support the Brightree platform and its API-based integrations for the Cardinal Health at Home business. Core stack: Java 17+, Spring Boot/Cloud/Batch, Hibernate/JPA, and SQL Server/Oracle.
Remote PHP Backend Engineer for AI Systems
Fully remote hourly PHP role: a senior backend engineer who reviews AI-generated PHP code, designs and explanations, writes reference implementations with step-by-step reasoning, and benchmarks and improves AI responses for correctness, security, and performance. Requires 4+ years of production PHP backend experience with PHP 7.4/8.x+.
Junior Backend Engineer – Java/Python | AI
Nelnet Philippines is hiring a junior backend engineer to build backend services and AI-enabled applications using Java and Python. Day to day: implementing guided tasks, writing clean code, assisting with AI model integration, and helping ensure quality and security across projects.
Go Backend Engineer - Scale with Kubernetes & Kafka
Sysgen RPO (a Philippine staffing/RPO firm) is hiring a backend software engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-availability systems. Day to day the engineer builds backend services with Go, Kafka, Kubernetes, Redis, and PostgreSQL in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
SFCC Backend Engineer: ecommerce Integrations & Catalogs
VISEO ASIA in the Philippines is hiring a Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) backend developer to build backend features, integrations, and business processes in SFCC — configuring catalogs, managing promotions, and supporting order management. Core skills: SFCC scripting, APIs, and third-party system integrations.
Senior PHP/Angular Backend Engineer (MS SQL)
Senior PHP backend engineer at Apex Group's Makati office, designing, building, testing and documenting software solutions and REST APIs using PHP, MS SQL and Angular. On-site with a four-day office week on a morning shift, collaborating with the Australia office.
Senior Backend Engineer (Go/Java) — Microservices & Leadership
Sysgen RPO in the Philippines is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to design, build, and scale backend systems using Go or Java, focused on microservices, API development, and robust data stores. The role also involves mentoring engineers, leading technical initiatives, and collaborating with product managers.