Due to the very high demand for Backend Developers, and the fact that backend is considered a bit more difficult for beginners (e.g. frontend), backend developers can count on higher earnings than in other categories in IT. The amount you earn largely depends on the programming language. The rate will be different for a Java programmer and different for a person who programs in PHP.

The annual salary report of the No Fluff Jobs portal shows that programmers in the Backend category can count on earnings from PLN 13,500 to as much as PLN 18,000 (these are the median salary ranges for a b2b contract – net amount). For an employment contract, the ranges start from PLN 10,000 to as much as PLN 15,600 (range medians – gross amounts).

How much does a Junior Backend Developer make?

Juniors on an employment contract can count on earnings from PLN 4,000 to PLN 6,000, according to the No Fluff Jobs report. In the case of self-employment and invoice, it is from PLN 6,000 to PLN 8,000.

How much does a Mid Backend Developer make?

With gaining more experience, the programmer’s earnings increase significantly. Mid on an employment contract can count on earnings from PLN 8,000 to PLN 13,000. Under the B2B contract, mid can count on earnings from PLN 9,500 to as much as PLN 14,500.

How much does a Senior Backend Developer make?

Naturally, Seniors programming on the backend can count on the highest earnings. The market values ​​experienced programmers who have the greatest knowledge when it comes to, for example, the security of backend applications. For an employment contract, the range for Seniors starts from PLN 13,800 to PLN 18,000. On the invoice and own activity, it ranges from PLN 14,800 to even PLN 20,000.