What are the main factors that influence a Backend Applications Developer Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Backend Applications Developer Director?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Backend Applications Developer Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Backend Applications Developer Director's salary?

A Backend Applications Developer Director's salary grows with experience: a Backend Applications Developer V (7-10 years)earns $180,316, a Backend Applications Developer Supervisor (10+ years)earns $145,637, a Backend Applications Developer Manager (10+ years)earns $159,627, a Backend Applications Developer Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $191,515, a Backend Applications Developer Director (10+ years)earns $208,192,

What are the highest paying states for a Backend Applications Developer Director?

Backend Applications Developer Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Backend Applications Developer Director roles are District of Columbia $220,600, California $219,800, Massachusetts $216,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Backend Applications Developer Director roles make?

Salaries for Backend Applications Developer Director level roles vary by specialization: Backend Development Director: $199,189; Backend Applications Developer Senior Manager: $183,300; Backend Applications Developer V: $172,600; Backend Applications Developer Manager: $152,800; Backend Development Manager: $152,724.

Backend Applications Developer Director Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Backend Applications Developer Director make in Hawaii?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Backend Applications Developer Director in Hawaii is $208,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $100.

However, a Backend Applications Developer Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $238,194
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $189,400 to $223,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $172,284

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Backend Applications Developer Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$223,900	$18,658	$4,306	$108
Average	$208,200	$17,350	$4,004	$100
25th Percentile	$189,400	$15,783	$3,642	$91

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Key Factors That Influence Backend Applications Developer Director Salaries

A Backend Applications Developer Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Backend Applications Developer Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Backend Applications Developer Director's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Backend Applications Developer V (7-10 years): $180,316
Backend Applications Developer Supervisor (10+ years): $145,637
Backend Applications Developer Manager (10+ years): $159,627
Backend Applications Developer Senior Manager (10+ years): $191,515
Backend Applications Developer Director (10+ years): $208,192

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Backend Applications Developer V	7-10 years	$180,316
Backend Applications Developer Supervisor	10+ years	$145,637
Backend Applications Developer Manager	10+ years	$159,627
Backend Applications Developer Senior Manager	10+ years	$191,515
Backend Applications Developer Director	10+ years	$208,192

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How Do Backend Applications Developer Director Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Backend Applications Developer Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $220,600.
California: $219,800.
Massachusetts: $216,800.

District of Columbia $220,600 California $219,800 Massachusetts $216,800 Washington $216,000 New Jersey $216,000 Alaska $215,700 Connecticut $212,900 New York $211,800

Hawaii $208,200 Rhode Island $206,600 Maryland $205,400 Minnesota $203,900 Colorado $203,300 Illinois $203,100 Oregon $202,300 Delaware $201,800

New Hampshire $201,400 Virginia $200,600 Pennsylvania $198,300 Nevada $197,200 North Dakota $196,800 Michigan $196,200 Wisconsin $196,000 Vermont $195,600

Maine $194,300 Texas $194,300 Arizona $194,100 Ohio $194,000 Georgia $192,200 Indiana $191,300 Wyoming $191,100 Utah $190,800

Iowa $190,700 Kansas $189,700 Louisiana $189,400 Missouri $189,300 North Carolina $189,300 Florida $188,500 Montana $188,100 Nebraska $187,700

Kentucky $187,500 South Carolina $186,700 Tennessee $186,200 Idaho $186,000 New Mexico $184,500 Oklahoma $184,200 Alabama $183,000 South Dakota $181,100

Arkansas $180,000 West Virginia $179,400 Mississippi $177,700

Top Paying Cities for Backend Applications Developer Directors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $207,100
Anahola: $204,400
Captain Cook: $204,200

Aiea, HI $207,100 Anahola, HI $204,400 Captain Cook, HI $204,200 Eleele, HI $204,800 Ewa Beach, HI $206,900 Kapolei, HI $206,800 Haiku, HI $204,600 Hakalau, HI $204,100

Haleiwa, HI $206,400 Hana, HI $204,100 Hanalei, HI $204,100 Hanamaulu, HI $204,500 Hanapepe, HI $204,800 Hauula, HI $206,700 Hawaii National Park, HI $204,300 Hawi, HI $204,700

Hilo, HI $204,500 Princeville, HI $204,500 Holualoa, HI $204,300 Honaunau, HI $203,900 Honokaa, HI $204,200 Honomu, HI $204,500 Hoolehua, HI $203,900 Kaaawa, HI $206,800

Kahuku, HI $206,300 Kahului, HI $205,000 Kailua, HI $207,000 Ocean View, HI $204,400 Waikoloa, HI $204,400 Keauhou, HI $204,300 Kailua Kona, HI $204,500 Kalaheo, HI $204,600

Kalaupapa, HI $203,700 Kamuela, HI $204,300 Kaneohe, HI $207,000 Kapaa, HI $204,800 Kaumakani, HI $204,900 Kaunakakai, HI $204,200 Keaau, HI $204,700 Kealakekua, HI $204,600

Kealia, HI $204,600 Kekaha, HI $204,400 Kihei, HI $204,800 Kilauea, HI $204,500 Kapaau, HI $204,400 Koloa, HI $204,600 Kualapuu, HI $204,100 Kunia, HI $206,700

Kurtistown, HI $204,600 Lahaina, HI $204,600 Laie, HI $206,500 Lanai City, HI $204,100 Laupahoehoe, HI $204,600 Lawai, HI $204,900 Lihue, HI $204,500 Makawao, HI $204,700

Makaweli, HI $204,100 Maunaloa, HI $203,600 Mountain View, HI $204,500 Naalehu, HI $204,000 Ninole, HI $203,900 Ookala, HI $204,000 Paauilo, HI $204,200 Pahala, HI $204,100

Pahoa, HI $204,400 Paia, HI $204,600 Papaaloa, HI $204,600 Papaikou, HI $204,200 Pearl City, HI $207,000 Pepeekeo, HI $204,600 Puunene, HI $205,000 Volcano, HI $204,300

Wahiawa, HI $206,600 Pukalani, HI $204,700 Mililani, HI $206,900 Kula, HI $204,300 Waialua, HI $206,300 Waianae, HI $206,400 Wailuku, HI $204,700 Waimanalo, HI $207,000

Waimea, HI $204,900 Waipahu, HI $206,900 Honolulu, HI $207,200 J B P H H, HI $207,200 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $206,700 Schofield Barracks, HI $206,700 Fort Shafter, HI $207,200 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $207,200

Camp H M Smith, HI $207,100 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $206,900 Wake Island, HI $207,200

Backend Applications Developer Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Backend Applications Developer Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $232,672. While startup companies pay approximate $196,817.

Backend Applications Developer Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$196,817
Growth Stage	51~500	$208,154
Established	501~5000	$224,675
Enterprise	5000+	$232,672

Backend Applications Developer Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Backend Applications Developer Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Backend Applications Developer Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Backend Applications Developer Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Backend Applications Developer Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$249,840	$120.0	20%
Internet	$249,840	$120.0	20%
Software & Networking	$249,840	$120.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$239,430	$115.0	15%
Biotechnology	$229,020	$110.0	10%

Backend Applications Developer Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Backend Applications Developer Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on September 01, 2026

$189,400

Average $208,200/year

$223,900

$15,783

Average $17,350/month

$18,658

$3,642

Average $4,004/week

$4,306

$91

Average $100/hour

$108

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$223,900	$18,658	$4,306	$108
Average	$208,200	$17,350	$4,004	$100
25th Percentile	$189,400	$15,783	$3,642	$91

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