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Hourly Wage for Backend Development Manager Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Backend Development Manager?

As of June 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Backend Development Manager in the United States is $73, which translates to an annual salary of about $152,720.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $83 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67 to $78 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60 per hour
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Backend Development Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $162,897 $13,575 $3,133 $78
Average $152,720 $12,727 $2,937 $73
25th Percentile $138,599 $11,550 $2,665 $67
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Key Factors That Influence Backend Development Manager Salaries

A Backend Development Manager'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 Development Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Backend Development Manager'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 Developer V (7-10 years): $151,019
  • Backend Development Supervisor (10+ years): $139,342
  • Backend Development Manager (10+ years): $152,720
  • Backend Development Senior Manager (10+ years): $183,246
  • Backend Development Director (10+ years): $199,194
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Backend Developer V7-10 years$151,019
Backend Development Supervisor10+ years$139,342
Backend Development Manager10+ years$152,720
Backend Development Senior Manager10+ years$183,246
Backend Development Director10+ years$199,194
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Top Paying Cities for Backend Development Managers

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:

  • San Jose: $192,626
  • San Francisco: $190,517
  • Oakland: $186,502

Backend Development Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Backend Development Manager'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 June 01, 2026

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FAQ about Backend Development Manager

1. What are the responsibilities of Backend Development Manager?

Manages the development of scalable back-end solutions for server applications. Implements standard frameworks and source control tools to develop and test web services and API's and ensure product functionality, speed, and security. Oversees the architecture and development of backend systems, ensuring best practices in code quality, testing, and documentation. Collaborates with stakeholders to gather functional requirements, troubleshoot complex issues and roadblocks, and ensure alignment with business needs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.

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