50% of professionals earn between £45,000 - £62,500 GBP
The median salary is £52,500
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The average salary for a Backend Developer in United Kingdom is GBP 52,500 - GBP 62,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 57,500 per year, based on 531 active job listings.
The cities with the most Backend Developer job opportunities in United Kingdom are London, Glasgow, Bristol, East Midlands, Sunderland. London leads with 209 job openings.
Leading employers for Backend Developer roles in United Kingdom include Hunter Bond, Spectrum It Recruitment Limited, Synapri.
Explore 531 Backend Developer job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.