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Looking for a skilled backend developer to join your tech team? Here’s some expert guidance on how and where to tap into this talent pool.
Backend developers can specialise in a variety of tech stacks. Their skillset could include experience in:
Backend developer salaries can vary widely depending on company size, industry, individual experience and skills, as well as type of work. These factors all influence the salary a company will offer to a prospective hire.
That said, have a look at more detailed salary breakdowns for backend developers in the following regions:
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To put together a job description for a backend developer, check out our guide on creating a role scorecard here, and use our downloadable scorecard template. When it comes to adding required skills to your job description, check out our list of key skills for backend developers above.
By putting together a good role scorecard, it will be easier to come up with the practical definition of the right person for the role you are trying to fill. You are then ready to set up your public-facing job advert.
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