How much does a Backend Software Engineer make in Chattanooga, TN? The average Backend Software Engineer salary in Chattanooga, TN is $120,298 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $109,493 and $132,202. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Backend Software Engineer

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Capital One - WILMINGTON , DE
Senior Software Engineer, Backend. Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space. Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced
- 1 day ago
Capital One - MCLEAN , VA
Senior Software Engineer, Backend. problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment. At Capital One, you'll be part of a b
- 1 day ago
Capital One - MCLEAN , VA
Lead Software Engineer, Backend. Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space. Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, co
- 1 day ago
Capital One - RICHMOND , VA
Lead Software Engineer, Backend. Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space. Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, co
- 1 day ago
Capital One - RICHMOND , VA
Lead Software Engineer, Backend. Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space. Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, co
- 1 day ago
Capital One - RICHMOND , VA
Senior Software Engineer, Backend. Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space. Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced
- 1 day ago

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109493
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120298

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
113745
140490
126357
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Backend Software Engineer in Chattanooga, TN. The base salary for Backend Software Engineer ranges from $109,493 to $132,202 with the average base salary of $120,298. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $113,745 to $140,490 with the average total cash compensation of $126,357.

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About Chattanooga, Tennessee    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 144.6 square miles (374.4 km2), of which 137.1 square miles (355.2 km2) are....More

Chattanooga, Tennessee  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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