Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Backend Developer jobs in Winston-Salem, NC

46 backend developers employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $112,397 median · 11% below the national median.

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Backend Developer pay in Winston-Salem, NC

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Winston-Salem metro. Half of Backend Developers earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $86,258 $112,397 $136,399
25th$86,258 Median$112,397 75th$136,399 vs US11% below the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Backend Developer salary guide →

Backend Developer pay bands in Winston-Salem by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Mid Level Backend Developer

Typical mid level band in Winston-Salem
Example (illustrative)
Location
Winston-Salem, NC
Typical pay range
$98,909–$135,775
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Backend Developer

Typical mid level band in Winston-Salem
Example (illustrative)
Location
Winston-Salem, NC
Typical pay range
$105,653–$137,798
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Backend Developer

Typical mid level band in Winston-Salem
Example (illustrative)
Location
Winston-Salem, NC
Typical pay range
$95,537–$127,682
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Backend Developer

Typical mid level band in Winston-Salem
Example (illustrative)
Location
Winston-Salem, NC
Typical pay range
$103,967–$141,845
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Backend Developer

Typical entry level band in Winston-Salem
Example (illustrative)
Location
Winston-Salem, NC
Typical pay range
$100,595–$141,845
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

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Backend Developer Career Ladder — Winston-Salem Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Winston-Salem’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Backend Developer0–2 yrs$80,925
  2. Mid Backend Developer2–5 yrs$106,777
  3. Senior Backend Developer5–8 yrs$134,876
  4. Staff Backend Developer8–12 yrs$162,975
  5. Lead Backend Developer12+ yrs$191,074

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Backend Developer hiring market in Winston-Salem

  • Cognizant
  • Accenture
  • IBM
  • SAIC
  • Deloitte Digital

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Winston-Salem post Backend Developer jobs

Employers in the Winston-Salem metro typically post Backend Developer roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

Greenhouse apply guide · Lever apply guide · Workday apply guide · Ashby apply guide · iCIMS apply guide

What Winston-Salem Employers Actually Ask Backend Developers

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Backend Developer in Winston-Salem, NC — Common Questions

How much does a Backend Developer earn in Winston-Salem, NC?
Median $112,397/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $86,258–$136,399. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Backend Developer jobs are there in Winston-Salem?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 46 Backend Developer roles employed in the Winston-Salem metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Winston-Salem employers use for Backend Developer?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Backend Developer jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Backend Developer openings in Winston-Salem and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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