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Backend Developer I Salaries in Canada

• What is the average Backend Developer I salary in Canada?
  How much does a Backend Developer I in Canada make? The median annual Backend Developer I salary in Canada is C$86,568, as of August 26, 2026, with a range usually between C$70,537-C$97,628 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Backend Developer I may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Backend Developer I in Canada.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Backend Developer I in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Backend Developer I in are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of August 26, 2026

• Job Description for Backend Developer I
  Develops, builds, and maintains scalable back-end solutions for server applications. Implements and tests web services and API's utilizing standard frameworks and source control tools to ensure product functionality, speed, and security. Collaborates with frontend developers, product managers, and designers to deliver server-side applications and integrate user-facing elements. Knows commonly used languages, development tools, and frameworks. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. View full job description

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• Industries that include Backend Developer I
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• Categories that include Backend Developer I
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• Backend Developer I Salaries by Province in Canada
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