Backend Developer vs Software Engineer
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Software Engineer earns US$30,366 more per year — 55% above a Backend Developer
| Salary | Backend Developer67 salaries | Software Engineer541 salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Average | US$55,144 | US$85,510 |
| Bottom 10% | US$12,718 | US$24,000 |
| 25th percentile | US$24,500 | US$42,000 |
| Median | US$39,000 | US$72,000 |
| 75th percentile | US$72,000 | US$120,000 |
| Top 10% | US$120,000 | US$159,996 |
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