Back-end developer: Average Salary in United Kingdom, 2026

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How much does a Back-end developer make in United Kingdom?

£60,000/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries

The average Back-end developer in United Kingdom is £60,000 per year or £30.77 per hour. Entry-level positions start at £45,000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to £68,000 per year.

Median£60,000

Low£45,000

High£68,000

Active jobs with salaries

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Backend Engineer

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Senior Front End Developer

Maxwell BondManchester, England, United Kingdom

Full-time

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Hybrid Backend Engineer (C# to Kotlin) - Fintech

ZopaManchester, England, United Kingdom

Full-time

A leading fintech company in Manchester is seeking a Software Engineer to design and implement robust backend services.You will write quality code in Kotlin, collaborate with diverse teams, and con... Show more