Engineering Manager Core Backend Salary in the United States

How much does an Engineering Manager Core Backend make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Engineering Manager Core Backend in the United States is $153,684 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

However, an Engineering Manager Core Backend's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $168,801
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $136,803 to $161,597
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,434
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Engineering Manager Core Backend Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $161,597 $13,466 $3,108 $78
Average $153,684 $12,807 $2,955 $74
25th Percentile $136,803 $11,400 $2,631 $66
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Key Factors That Influence Engineering Manager Core Backend Salaries

An Engineering Manager Core Backend'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Engineering Manager Core Backend Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Engineering Manager Core Backend'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $84,234
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $125,765
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $153,102
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $176,303
  • Expert (over 8 years): $196,975
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Engineeri... Level Engineering Manager Core Backend$84,234
Engineeri... Level Engineering Manager Core Backend$125,765
Engineeri... Level Engineering Manager Core Backend$153,102
Engineeri... Level Engineering Manager Core Backend$176,303
Engineeri... Level Engineering Manager Core Backend$196,975
$84,234 0 yr
$125,765 < 2 yrs
$153,102 2-4 yrs
$176,303 5-8 yrs
$196,975 > 8 yrs
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How Do Engineering Manager Core Backend 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 Engineering Manager Core Backends. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $170,159.
  • California: $169,513.
  • Massachusetts: $167,254.

Top Paying Cities for Engineering Manager Core Backends

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: $193,842
  • San Francisco: $191,719
  • Oakland: $187,679

What Skills Can Increase an Engineering Manager Core Backend's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 10.73% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Python (Mentioned in 1.86% Job Postings): Applying the concepts and algorithms of Python to design, develop and maintain software applications to comply with business requirements.
  • AWS (Mentioned in 1.47% Job Postings): Amazon Web Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Amazon that provides on-demand cloud computing platforms and APIs to individuals, companies, and governments, on a metered pay-as-you-go basis.
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Leadership 10.73%
Python 1.86%
AWS 1.47%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Engineering Manager Core Backend's salary.
  • Product Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Identity and Access Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Product Management
 $172,126
12%
Identity and Access Management
 $172,126
12%
Computer Science
 $172,126
12%
Kubernetes
 $172,126
12%
Software Engineering
 $170,589
11%
Agile Software Development
 $170,589
11%
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Engineering Manager Core Backend Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Engineering Manager Core Backend roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Engineering Manager Core Backend positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Engineering Manager Core Backend as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Engineering Manager Core Backend

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$207,473$100.035%
Financial Services$199,789$96.030%
Energy & Utilities$184,421$89.020%
Biotechnology$176,737$85.015%
Pharmaceuticals$176,737$85.015%

How Education impacts an Engineering Manager Core Backend's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Engineering Manager Core Backends enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Engineering Manager Core Backend with a Bachelor's Degree is between $147,146 and $155,639).

Engineering Manager Core Backend Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Engineering Manager Core Backend
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 2.7%
Associates 3.3%
Bachelors 43.7%
Masters 42.1%
Doctorate 8.0%
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Engineering Manager Core Backend Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Engineering Manager Core Backend'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.

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Average $153,684/year
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Average $74/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $161,597 $13,466 $3,108 $78
Average $153,684 $12,807 $2,955 $74
25th Percentile $136,803 $11,400 $2,631 $66

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Salary Trends for Engineering Manager Core Backend

Salaries for an Engineering Manager Core Backend can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $142,517 in 2023 to around $141,612 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Engineering Manager Core Backend salary trends, .

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FAQ about Engineering Manager Core Backend

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Engineering Manager Core Backend?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Engineering Manager Core Backend roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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