Backend Engineer Salary in California
California · Updated 2025 · Adjusted for local cost of living
Backend Engineer Salary by Experience Level in California
| Experience | P10 | P25 | Median | P75 | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Entry Level 0–2 years | $86K | $99K | $115,920 | $134K | $155K |
Mid Level 3–5 years | $119K | $138K | $162,840 | $190K | $224K |
Senior Level 6–9 years | $159K | $186K | $218,040 | $255K | $301K |
Lead / Principal 10–14 years | $196K | $228K | $264,960 | $309K | $366K |
Director / Executive 15+ years | $248K | $297K | $356,040 | $431K | $538K |
All figures are annual base salary in USD, adjusted for California cost of living (×1.38 vs national average). Source: BLS OES 2024, LinkedIn Salary Insights, Glassdoor.
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