Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands

Updated November 3, 2026

Find backend engineer jobs in the Netherlands from company career pages, all in one list, including roles that never reach LinkedIn or Indeed. Employers also post this role as Backend Developer, Server-Side Engineer, API Engineer and Python Developer.

Latest Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands

Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands at a glance

Companies hiring
Databricks, Bjakcareer, SCOR, PwC IT Services Egypt and Airapps
Cities
Amsterdam
Work setup
Remote
Levels
Senior to lead
Job types
Full-time
Skills in demand
Kubernetes, SQL, Git, Java, Scala, C++, distributed systems, SaaS

Based on the newest listings. Not every posting states pay, level, or skills.

About Backend Engineer jobs

Backend engineers build the servers, APIs, and databases an app runs on. Postings usually list languages such as Python, Java, Go, Node.js, or C#, plus the databases and cloud platform the team uses.

Also posted as

  • Backend Developer
  • Server-Side Engineer
  • API Engineer
  • Python Developer
  • Java Developer
  • Go Developer
  • .NET Developer

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Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands: questions

Where can I find Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands?

JobLookout collects Backend Engineer openings in the Netherlands from company career pages and puts them in one list, including roles that never get posted on LinkedIn or Indeed. Open a role and apply on the company's career page.

Which companies have Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands?

Recent listings include roles at Databricks, Bjakcareer, SCOR, PwC IT Services Egypt and Airapps. The company name is on every listing, so you always know who is hiring.

Are there remote Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands?

Yes. Recent remote listings include roles at Bjakcareer and Airapps. The work-mode filter narrows the list to remote only.

What skills do Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands ask for?

Skills that come up most in recent listings: Kubernetes, SQL, Git, Java, Scala, C++, distributed systems, SaaS. Each posting lists its own requirements, so read the full description before you apply.

What job titles count as Backend Engineer?

This list groups related titles, including Backend Developer, Server-Side Engineer, API Engineer, Python Developer, Java Developer, Go Developer and .NET Developer, so you are not searching one keyword at a time.

Can I find entry-level or senior Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands?

Recent listings range from senior to lead. Experience level is a filter, from intern and new grad through entry, mid, senior, lead, and director, so you only see Backend Engineer roles at your level.

Are there part-time, contract, or internship Backend Engineer roles in the Netherlands?

Employment type is its own filter: full-time, part-time, contract, and internship. Pick the one you want and the rest drop out of your list.

Are these only jobs in the Netherlands?

Yes. This page is Backend Engineer openings located in the Netherlands, including remote roles that still require the Netherlands.

Can I see Backend Engineer jobs in other countries?

Yes. Backend Engineer jobs are also listed for United States, India, Canada, United Kingdom, South Korea and Germany. You can switch the country at any time.

What should I check in a Backend Engineer job posting?

Worth checking before you apply: the team and the product, not only the word engineer; whether the stack in the posting matches work you have done; on-call, timezone, and office expectations written under the title.

How do I apply to Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands?

Open a role from your list and follow its apply link to the company's career page. You complete the application there.

How often are Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands updated?

This page refreshes every hour, and new openings are added as they appear on company career pages. Sort the full list by date to see the newest first.

Do I need an account to browse Backend Engineer jobs in the Netherlands?

No. You can open the list, read a role, and apply on the company site without an account. An account is only used for saved jobs, Copilot, and the resume tools.

Can JobLookout help with my resume for Backend Engineer jobs?

Yes. Paid plans include resume tools, including tailoring your resume to a specific posting before you apply.

What roles are similar to Backend Engineer?

Similar roles include Software Engineer, Frontend Engineer, Full Stack Engineer, Software Architect and Engineering Manager.