Senior Backend Java Engineer Salaries

How much does a Senior Backend Java Engineer make?

Total pay range
$144K - $263K/yr
$193K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$103K - $186K/yrBase pay
$41K - $77K/yrAdditional pay
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Senior Backend Engineer-Java
7-9 years
$173K - $201K/yr
Palo Alto, CA
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Frequently asked questions about Senior Backend Engineer-Java salaries

The average salary for a Senior Backend Engineer-Java is $192,522 per year or $93 per hour in United States, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $343,502 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in United States is between $144,392 (25th percentile) and $262,523 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 1 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Backend Engineer-Java employees in United States as of June 2026.
The highest salary for a Senior Backend Engineer-Java in United States is $262,523 per year, $21,877 per month or $126 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Senior Backend Engineer-Java in United States is $144,392 per year, $12,033 per month or $69 per hour.