Backend Jobs in Singapore
There are 1,224 open Backend jobs in Singapore on freehire right now. 310 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are java, api and cloud.
Salary
| Currency | Period | 25th | Median | 75th | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SGD | year | SGD 105,000 | SGD 147,500 | SGD 193,325 | 12 |
From postings that disclose pay. Currencies are counted separately, never converted.
Most requested skills
- java 45%
- api 39%
- cloud 33%
- python 31%
- ai 26%
- microservices 25%
- distributed-systems 22%
- ci-cd 21%
How the work is done
- Remote 30 · 2%
- Onsite 23 · 2%
- Hybrid 22 · 2%
Visa sponsorship offered in 68% of the 120 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 410
- Intern 76
- Lead 57
- Staff 31
- Junior 16
- Principal 9
Who is hiring
- 1000+ employees 193
- 501-1000 employees 33
- 51-200 employees 17
- 11-50 employees 12
- 201-500 employees 3
- 1-10 employees 1
Senior Software Engineer, Backend
Build and maintain scalable backend systems for a global financial markets infrastructure provider using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS.
Backend Software Engineer - TikTok E-commerce, Data BP - Singapore
Backend engineer building scalable data services for TikTok’s international e-commerce platform, optimizing storage, queries, and integrating large-scale models to power analytics and business growth.
Backend Software Engineer Graduate (Pan-Architecture) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)
Build and optimize backend infrastructure for TikTok’s AI-driven services, focusing on LLM integration, system stability, and high-concurrency solutions.
Backend Software Engineer, TikTok Live Revenue Singapore Technology - Backend Regular
Build and optimize TikTok’s real-time, large-scale distributed infrastructure for live streaming and revenue features like gifting, serving millions of users.
Backend Software Engineer - TikTok Shop (Customer Business)
Build scalable backend services for TikTok Shop’s e-commerce platform, including checkout, merchant tools, and discovery features using Java, Go, or Python.
Principal Backend Software Engineer
Company Description foodpanda is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+…
Application Engineer (Financial Services/ Backend support)
Provide application support and backend development for enterprise insurance systems using Java, Python, and AWS, ensuring system reliability and security.
Backend Software Engineer (Location-Based Services), TikTok Local Service
Builds and optimizes location-based services for TikTok, including POI databases, geocoding, and IP location systems to connect users with nearby merchants and services.
Backend Software Engineer - Trust and Safety Engineering
Build and maintain scalable backend systems and tools to detect harmful content and abusive behavior on TikTok’s global platform.
Backend Java/Python Engineer for Low-Latency Trading
Build low-latency trading and quotation systems in Java/Python, collaborate with quants on pricing models, and scale core infrastructure for a Singapore-based fintech firm.
Backend Software Engineer - Governance Platform Singapore Technology - Backend Regular
Build and maintain TikTok’s local service governance platform, designing microservices in Java/Golang to enforce policies for merchants, creators, and content while optimizing platform safety and user experience.
Senior Software Engineer, Backend - IAM & Account Infra
Build and scale Airwallex’s identity and account infrastructure, focusing on secure, scalable IAM systems for global payments.
Software Engineer II, Backend – Scale
Build and scale backend services for embedded finance products in Java, collaborating with global teams to deliver payments and treasury solutions for businesses worldwide.
Software Engineer II, Backend – Onboarding_RFI
Build and maintain Java/Kotlin microservices for Airwallex’s global payments platform, focusing on secure onboarding, API integrations, and scalable backend systems to support KYC and risk operations.