How much does a Backend Software Engineer make in Cleveland, OH? The average Backend Software Engineer salary in Cleveland, OH is $129,157 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $117,556 and $141,938. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Backend Software Engineer

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Description. About VORTO. We are building software & platforms to make supply chains more economically and environmentally sustainable. As an engineer at VORTO
- 132 days ago
Description. About VORTO. We are building software & platforms to make supply chains more economically and environmentally sustainable. As an engineer at VORTO
- 134 days ago
SPECTRUM - GREENWOOD VILLAGE , CO
This posting has been extended beyond it's anticipated closing date. Spectrum's Product and Technology team creates, develops, and operates the nation's fastest
- 2 days ago
SPECTRUM - MARYLAND HEIGHTS , MO
TITLE. Software Engineer IV. LOCATION. Maryland Heights, MO. JOB SUMMARY. Analyze and develop Java solutions based on customer requirements. Design, develop, mo
- 2 days ago
BOEING - HAZELWOOD , MO
Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s
- 5 days ago
Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s
- 4 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Backend Software Engineer in Cleveland, OH. The base salary for Backend Software Engineer ranges from $117,556 to $141,938 with the average base salary of $129,157. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $122,121 to $150,836 with the average total cash compensation of $135,662.

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About Cleveland, Ohio    Cleveland (/ˈkliːvlənd/ KLEEV-lənd) is a major city in the U.S. state of Ohio, and the county seat of Cuyahoga County. The city proper has a populatio....More

Cleveland, Ohio  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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