Build Reliable and Scalable Backends with Expert Developers

Our backend engineers design the core systems that power web and mobile apps. From APIs to databases and architecture, we’ll help you build secure, high-performance solutions that grow with your business.

  • Top 1% of developers on Clutch.co
    Top 1%

    of software development companies on Clutch

  • GDPR compliance
    EU GDPR

    commitment to security & privacy

  • Managed Cloud Security
    60%

    of business is based on customer referrals

  • ISO 27001 certified
    ISO 27001

    data security certification by Bureau Veritas

  • Entrepreneur of the Year Western Sweden
    EY EoY 2023

    EY Entrepreneur of the Year in West Sweden

Meet the experts behind the code

When you hire expert back-end developers from our team, you get more than just technical skills, you get professionals who understand how to build secure, scalable systems that align with your product goals. Browse developer CVs to find the right fit for your project.

  • $34/h

    Middle Front-End Developer

    Alex B., 5 years of experience
    An experienced front-end dev, Oleksandr is performance-driven, diligent, and focused on the productivity and outcomes of the projects that reflect the effort invested in the development.
    • JS (React / Angular / Vue)
    • JS/TS: Node.js, Next.js, Express, NestJS
    • Python (Django/Flask/Fastapi)

    Request full CV

  • $29/h

    Middle .NET Developer

    Adam V., 2+ years of experience
    Adam boasts hands-on experience in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from gathering project requirements to design, development, testing, and implementation.
    • C#, .NET / .NET Core, C# ASP.NET Core
    • JS (React / Angular / Vue)

    Request full CV

  • $66

    Penetration Testing Specialist

    Alex M., 8+ years of experience
    Skilled in penetration testing across web applications, APIs, and networks, with expertise in methodologies like OWASP Top 10, SAST/DAST, threat modeling, and cloud security assessments. Proficient in code reviews, network security, DevOps tools, and blue teaming.
    • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • Python (Django/Flask/Fastapi)

    Request full CV

  • $67/h

    Senior Symfony Developer

    Alia N.,$67/h 8+ years of experience
    Expert in developing and maintaining complex web applications using Symfony, with a strong background in PHP, MySQL, and front-end technologies. Proven track record of leading development teams and delivering high-quality software solutions. Skills: Symfony, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Git, RESTful APIs, Agile methodologies.
    • Backend
    • PHP: PHP, Laravel, Symfony, API Platform

    Request full CV

  • $55/h

    Senior Full-Stack Developer (React

    Andrii R., Node.js, NestJS), 5+ years of experience
    A seasoned developer with over 5 years of experience in developing and maintaining full-stack applications using React and Node.js (NestJS). Skilled in designing scalable architectures, leading technical decisions, and mentoring junior developers. Experienced in working closely with product managers and designers to deliver high-quality solutions in fintech and other domains.
    • CI/CD
    • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
    • Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
    • GraphQL
    • JS (React / Angular / Vue)
    • JS/TS: Node.js, Next.js, Express, NestJS
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • PostgreSQL / MySQL / SQL (general) / Snowflake / Redshift
    • RESTful APIs
    • TypeScript

    Request full CV

  • $50/h

    Senior Flutter Developer

    Andrzej B., 5+ years of experience
    A mobile developer with extensive Flutter expertise who can architect complex applications from concept to deployment. Experience includes enterprise-level application development, implementing complex backend integrations, and mentoring junior developers.
    • CI/CD
    • Dart
    • Firebase suite
    • Flutter
    • GraphQL
    • Integration testing
    • Kotlin
    • Obj-C / Swift
    • RxJS / NgRx / Redux / Vuex/Pinia / Riverpod
    • Widget testing

    Request full CV

  • $70/h

    IoT Platform Engineer | Cloud-Native & Scalable Architectures

    Anna T., 8+ years of experience
    Anna specializes in building the cloud infrastructure behind connected products — making sure devices talk to the cloud reliably, securely, and at scale. With more than eight years in the IoT space, she’s helped clients in agriculture, energy, and logistics design and run full-stack IoT systems that are both flexible and production-ready.
    • Go
    • IaC/Config: Terraform, CloudFormation (IaC), Ansible
    • IoT Cloud Platforms (AWS IoT Core / Azure IoT Hub / EdgeX Foundry)
    • IoT Connectivity / Protocols
    • MongoDB / Redis / DynamoDB / InfluxDB
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • Prometheus / Grafana / ELK Stack / Google Cloud operations
    • Python
    • Serverless Framework, AWS Lambda / GCP Cloud Functions

    Request full CV

  • $53/h

    Senior Ruby on Rails Developer

    Anton R., 6+ years of experience
    Accomplished full-stack engineer with extensive experience architecting and scaling Ruby on Rails applications for high-traffic environments. Led development teams through complex technical challenges, including database optimization, API design, and microservices architecture. Has knowledge of cloud infrastructure management and DevOps practices.
    • CI/CD
    • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
    • GraphQL
    • MongoDB / Redis / DynamoDB / InfluxDB
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • PostgreSQL / MySQL / SQL (general) / Snowflake / Redshift
    • Ruby on Rails

    Request full CV

  • Kotlin Backend Developer

    Den K., 4+ years of experience
    Proficient Kotlin developer with a strong background in developing server-side applications. Contributed to various projects, focusing on building backend components that provide high scalability and performance. Experience includes integrating user-facing elements with server-side logic, optimizing database reliability, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance application functionality.
    • CI/CD
    • Java
    • Kotlin
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • PostgreSQL / MySQL / SQL (general) / Snowflake / Redshift
    • RESTful APIs
    • Spring (Boot/WebFlux/Data) / Hibernate / Quartz Scheduler

    Request full CV

  • $65/h

    Senior Data Science Consultant

    Dimitar I., 10+ years of experience
    Dimitar leads data strategies along with predictive model development. His work spans multiple industries, delivering tailored solutions. He is an expert in transforming raw data into insights that drive operational efficiency.
    • Backend
    • Python (Django/Flask/Fastapi)

    Request full CV

  • $35/h

    Java/Kotlin Backend Developer

    Duy L., 3+ years of experience
    Skilled with building lean Java 21/Kotlin microservices, using Spring (Boot / WebFlux / Data JPA) and Hibernate to ship clean, high‑performance APIs, tuned by native SQL and cached where it counts. Proficient with Kafka‑driven event flows, Quartz‑scheduled jobs, containerized deployments, and tight feedback loops with stakeholders to keep distributed systems fast and reliable.
    • CI/CD
    • Java / Kotlin
    • OpenAI API
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • PostgreSQL / MySQL / SQL (general) / Snowflake / Redshift
    • RESTful APIs
    • Spring (Boot/WebFlux/Data) / Hibernate / Quartz Scheduler

    Request full CV

  • $34/h

    Middle Front-End Developer

    Alex B., 5 years of experience
    An experienced front-end dev, Oleksandr is performance-driven, diligent, and focused on the productivity and outcomes of the projects that reflect the effort invested in the development.
    • JS (React / Angular / Vue)
    • JS/TS: Node.js, Next.js, Express, NestJS
    • Python (Django/Flask/Fastapi)

    Request full CV

  • $29/h

    Middle .NET Developer

    Adam V., 2+ years of experience
    Adam boasts hands-on experience in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from gathering project requirements to design, development, testing, and implementation.
    • C#, .NET / .NET Core, C# ASP.NET Core
    • JS (React / Angular / Vue)

    Request full CV

  • $66

    Penetration Testing Specialist

    Alex M., 8+ years of experience
    Skilled in penetration testing across web applications, APIs, and networks, with expertise in methodologies like OWASP Top 10, SAST/DAST, threat modeling, and cloud security assessments. Proficient in code reviews, network security, DevOps tools, and blue teaming.
    • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • Python (Django/Flask/Fastapi)

    Request full CV

  • $67/h

    Senior Symfony Developer

    Alia N.,$67/h 8+ years of experience
    Expert in developing and maintaining complex web applications using Symfony, with a strong background in PHP, MySQL, and front-end technologies. Proven track record of leading development teams and delivering high-quality software solutions. Skills: Symfony, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Git, RESTful APIs, Agile methodologies.
    • Backend
    • PHP: PHP, Laravel, Symfony, API Platform

    Request full CV

  • $55/h

    Senior Full-Stack Developer (React

    Andrii R., Node.js, NestJS), 5+ years of experience
    A seasoned developer with over 5 years of experience in developing and maintaining full-stack applications using React and Node.js (NestJS). Skilled in designing scalable architectures, leading technical decisions, and mentoring junior developers. Experienced in working closely with product managers and designers to deliver high-quality solutions in fintech and other domains.
    • CI/CD
    • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
    • Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
    • GraphQL
    • JS (React / Angular / Vue)
    • JS/TS: Node.js, Next.js, Express, NestJS
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • PostgreSQL / MySQL / SQL (general) / Snowflake / Redshift
    • RESTful APIs
    • TypeScript

    Request full CV

  • $50/h

    Senior Flutter Developer

    Andrzej B., 5+ years of experience
    A mobile developer with extensive Flutter expertise who can architect complex applications from concept to deployment. Experience includes enterprise-level application development, implementing complex backend integrations, and mentoring junior developers.
    • CI/CD
    • Dart
    • Firebase suite
    • Flutter
    • GraphQL
    • Integration testing
    • Kotlin
    • Obj-C / Swift
    • RxJS / NgRx / Redux / Vuex/Pinia / Riverpod
    • Widget testing

    Request full CV

  • $70/h

    IoT Platform Engineer | Cloud-Native & Scalable Architectures

    Anna T., 8+ years of experience
    Anna specializes in building the cloud infrastructure behind connected products — making sure devices talk to the cloud reliably, securely, and at scale. With more than eight years in the IoT space, she’s helped clients in agriculture, energy, and logistics design and run full-stack IoT systems that are both flexible and production-ready.
    • Go
    • IaC/Config: Terraform, CloudFormation (IaC), Ansible
    • IoT Cloud Platforms (AWS IoT Core / Azure IoT Hub / EdgeX Foundry)
    • IoT Connectivity / Protocols
    • MongoDB / Redis / DynamoDB / InfluxDB
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • Prometheus / Grafana / ELK Stack / Google Cloud operations
    • Python
    • Serverless Framework, AWS Lambda / GCP Cloud Functions

    Request full CV

  • $53/h

    Senior Ruby on Rails Developer

    Anton R., 6+ years of experience
    Accomplished full-stack engineer with extensive experience architecting and scaling Ruby on Rails applications for high-traffic environments. Led development teams through complex technical challenges, including database optimization, API design, and microservices architecture. Has knowledge of cloud infrastructure management and DevOps practices.
    • CI/CD
    • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
    • GraphQL
    • MongoDB / Redis / DynamoDB / InfluxDB
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • PostgreSQL / MySQL / SQL (general) / Snowflake / Redshift
    • Ruby on Rails

    Request full CV

  • Kotlin Backend Developer

    Den K., 4+ years of experience
    Proficient Kotlin developer with a strong background in developing server-side applications. Contributed to various projects, focusing on building backend components that provide high scalability and performance. Experience includes integrating user-facing elements with server-side logic, optimizing database reliability, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance application functionality.
    • CI/CD
    • Java
    • Kotlin
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • PostgreSQL / MySQL / SQL (general) / Snowflake / Redshift
    • RESTful APIs
    • Spring (Boot/WebFlux/Data) / Hibernate / Quartz Scheduler

    Request full CV

  • $65/h

    Senior Data Science Consultant

    Dimitar I., 10+ years of experience
    Dimitar leads data strategies along with predictive model development. His work spans multiple industries, delivering tailored solutions. He is an expert in transforming raw data into insights that drive operational efficiency.
    • Backend
    • Python (Django/Flask/Fastapi)

    Request full CV

  • $35/h

    Java/Kotlin Backend Developer

    Duy L., 3+ years of experience
    Skilled with building lean Java 21/Kotlin microservices, using Spring (Boot / WebFlux / Data JPA) and Hibernate to ship clean, high‑performance APIs, tuned by native SQL and cached where it counts. Proficient with Kafka‑driven event flows, Quartz‑scheduled jobs, containerized deployments, and tight feedback loops with stakeholders to keep distributed systems fast and reliable.
    • CI/CD
    • Java / Kotlin
    • OpenAI API
    • Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
    • PostgreSQL / MySQL / SQL (general) / Snowflake / Redshift
    • RESTful APIs
    • Spring (Boot/WebFlux/Data) / Hibernate / Quartz Scheduler

    Request full CV

When is it time to hire dedicated backend developers?

Backend developers are essential when your product relies on strong architecture, secure data handling, or scalable systems. While frontend developers handle what users see, backend specialists build everything that powers it behind the scenes, from databases to APIs to deployment logic. If your app or platform is struggling to scale, connect, or perform, it’s time to hire a backend developer.

  • You’re building a complex web or mobile app that requires custom server logic

  • You need to design and manage APIs that serve multiple clients or integrate with third-party systems

  • Your product deals with sensitive data and requires secure authentication, authorization, or encryption

  • You want to migrate from a monolith to microservices or optimize backend performance

Need help with backend architecture, APIs, or system scaling?

What Our Backend Developers Can Do

Our backend developers build the invisible foundation that powers your digital products. From server logic to database architecture and API integrations, they handle the core components that make applications functional, secure, and scalable. Whether you’re developing a custom web solution, scaling a mobile app, or improving system performance, our engineers bring deep technical expertise to the backend layer. They work closely with frontend, DevOps, and QA teams to deliver reliable, maintainable software.

  • Custom web development

    Our engineers design and implement backend infrastructures tailored to your business logic. They handle server-side programming, data flow management, and API development to connect the frontend and the backend.

  • Mobile app development

    We support mobile applications with backend services like real-time data synchronization, user authentication, cloud integration, and push notifications. Our developers make sure your app communicates securely and efficiently with backend systems.

  • Backend deployment & optimization

    While backend engineers don’t replace DevOps teams, they collaborate closely on deployment pipelines, CI/CD setup, and infrastructure-as-code for smooth server management and fast delivery. They also optimize server environments for performance and uptime.

  • Backend security hardening & compliance

    Our developers build secure authentication and authorization systems, implement encryption, and ensure backend compliance with security standards. They also help detect and prevent vulnerabilities in APIs, databases, and third-party integrations.

  • Model serving & data pipeline integration

    Backend developers play a key role in integrating AI and ML models into applications, handling data preprocessing and serving models via APIs. They also design scalable data pipelines and manage structured and unstructured datasets for intelligent decision-making.

  • Backend test automation & stability assurance

    Our engineers write unit, integration, and API-level tests to validate backend logic. They work alongside QA teams to identify bugs, improve performance under load, and guarantee consistent backend behavior across environments.

  • Architecture consulting

    We assist in choosing the right backend architecture based on your business needs. Our team helps design scalable, modular systems that are easy to maintain and extend over time.

How much does it cost to hire back-end developers?

The cost of hiring backend developers depends on several factors—project duration, required level of expertise, tech stack complexity, and whether you’re scaling a single feature or a full product. Long-term engagements often bring more stability and cost-efficiency, while short- to mid-term cooperation allows flexibility when building or augmenting specific teams.

For short- to mid-term projects, rates typically start at $180 per day (around $3,400/month) for roles commonly handled by early-career developers. More experienced mid-level professionals usually start at $290 per day (roughly $5,500/month), while senior engineers are available from $435 per day (approximately $8,250/month).

In long-term setups, monthly rates begin at $2,550 for junior-level roles, $4,150 for mid-level roles, and $6,200 for senior backend developers. We’ll help you structure a team that aligns with both your technical roadmap and budget strategy.

  • Junior

    For junior Backend specialists, our rates start at $180 per day, which translates to approximately $3400 per month for short-to-mid-term team collaborations. For longer-term cooperation, the monthly rate begins at $2550.

  • Middle

    Engaging mid-level Backend developers starts at $290 per day (around $5500 per month) for short-to-mid-term projects, while long-term engagements begin at a monthly rate of $4150.

  • Senior

    For senior-level Backend expertise, our daily rates start from $435 (approximately $8250 per month) for short-to-mid-term needs, and for sustained, long-term partnerships, the monthly investment begins at $6200.

Choosing the Right Model: Freelancers vs. White-Label Tech Partners

Both freelancers and white-label tech partners can be valuable options depending on your project’s scope, timeline, and internal capacity. If you’re wondering how to hire a backend developer that fits your needs, it starts with understanding which engagement model aligns with your goals. Freelancers offer speed and flexibility for focused tasks, while white-label partners bring structure, continuity, and access to broader expertise. Evaluating these models helps ensure your backend development efforts are efficient, scalable, and sustainable.

Freelancers

White-Label Tech Partner

Strengths
  • High flexibility and rapid onboarding
  • Often cost-effective for focused
  • Short-term needs
  • Access to multidisciplinary teams
  • Stable collaboration
  • Managed delivery processes
Considerations
  • May require more hands-on management
  • Availability can vary
  • Limited long-term scalability
  • Typically requires longer ramp-up
  • Higher upfront investment for long-term value
Ideal for
  • Short-term projects
  • Highly specialized tasks
  • When flexibility and fast hiring are priorities
  • Ongoing product development
  • Cross-functional team needs
  • When long-term scalability is key

Ready to scale your product with reliable engineering support?

Choose the engagement model that fits your product vision

From long-term support to targeted team training, we offer flexible cooperation models to match your product goals, team structure, and timeline — whether you’re scaling backend systems or embedding sustainable practices into your workflows.

  • Dedicated Development Teams

    Direct communication and control

    Get backend developers fully integrated into your team and workflows. Ideal for scaling product development, maintaining backend infrastructure, or evolving systems over time. We handle hiring, retention, and day-to-day support.

  • Project-Based Solutions

    End-to-end support

    Access backend specialists for defined projects such as API development, platform migrations, or system optimization. We assemble and manage the right talent mix to match your scope, timeline, and delivery goals.

  • Custom Tech Workshops

    Hands-on team training

    Run tailored workshops to deepen your team’s backend capabilities or adopt more sustainable coding practices. Our green coding workshop helps reduce emissions and energy use through more efficient backend development.

How We Find the Right Backend Developers for You

We don’t just find backend developers for hire, we match you with engineers who communicate clearly, deliver clean code, and integrate smoothly into your team. Our hiring process is designed to surface candidates who are technically strong, culturally aligned, and ready to contribute from day one. With both technical depth and human insight behind every match, we help you hire remote backend developers with confidence and speed.

  • Human-centered screening to evaluate collaboration skills

    We start with a recruiter-led evaluation focused on communication, teamwork style, and professionalism. We identify candidates who not only meet your requirements on paper but will also work well in real-world, cross-functional environments.

  • In-depth technical assessment led by engineering experts

    Candidates move on to a hands-on technical screening, where our senior developers assess backend skills against a structured framework. This includes reviewing problem-solving approaches, architectural thinking, and proficiency with relevant tech stacks.

  • Maintaining a strong and responsive talent network

    We keep a curated pool of developers who’ve passed all evaluation stages and are available for new projects. This dynamic talent base allows us to quickly match you with candidates who are vetted, motivated, and able to onboard without delay.

Why choose Beetroot to hire backend developers?

Finding the right backend developer for hire means more than checking technical boxes, it’s about building a partnership that supports your product’s growth at every stage. At Beetroot, we bring together deep engineering expertise, long-term thinking, and a people-centered approach. Whether you’re launching a new feature or scaling an entire platform, we’re here to support your vision. And we do it while prioritizing sustainability, security, and a healthier digital future.

  • End-to- End Support Across Product Journey

    From MVPs to mature platforms, we support every phase of your development lifecycle. Our backend developers integrate seamlessly into your team, while our broader talent pool includes UI/UX, DevOps, and QA specialists who can join as your needs evolve.

  • Top-Tier Talent, Human Approach

    We go beyond resumes to find developers who excel technically and match your culture and ways of working. With a network of R&D locations in Europe and Vietnam, we prioritize long-term relationships and low attrition to ensure consistency and trust in your backend team.

  • Security You Сan Count On

    We follow secure development practices, apply data protection standards (like GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, ISO 27701), and maintain robust internal policies. From secure authentication flows to encrypted APIs, our backend developers help you build safe, compliant software by design.

  • Sustainability in Practice, Not Just Words

    We’re committed to building a greener tech ecosystem. Our developers are trained in green coding practices, and we offer workshops and support for companies aligning with CSRD and low-carbon goals.

  • Flexible Cooperation, Fast Onboarding

    Whether you need one developer or a cross-functional team, we adapt to your structure and pace. Our matching process is fast, and most clients start collaborating with a selected backend developer within 1–2 weeks.

  • Transparent Communication and Delivery

    You get a dedicated point of contact, regular check-ins, and clear feedback loops. We believe in honest collaboration that gives you visibility, ownership, and peace of mind throughout the development process.

What our clients have to say about us

We partner with companies to build long-term, productive relationships — and our backend developers often become an integral part of their teams. Hear directly from clients about the impact of our collaboration, communication, and engineering expertise.

  • For all online businesses, the biggest cost and investment are tech and developers. Before the launch of our marketplace, we looked around for different offshore solutions to find a perfect partner. We were searching for cost-efficient, professional developers with perfect language skills who could understand our goals and deliver the results on time. At last, we found Beetroot, and they had everything we needed. They provided the best quality of work and offered very competitive prices.

    Alexander Antonov,
    Co-Founder of Artely.com

Let’s build something reliable together!

Looking for skilled backend developers who can hit the ground running? Fill out the form to tell us what you’re building — we’ll get back to you with tailored CVs and next steps to grow your team with Beetroot.

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