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Robert Half
Back End Developer
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What they do
A Back End Developer or Engineer is responsible for server-side web application logic and integration of the work front-end web developers do. Usually writes web services and APIs used by front-end developers and mobile application developers.
$112,443 / year median in Illinois
+7% projected growth
Job Description
at Robert Half in Wheeling, Illinois, United States Job Description Description We are looking for a Back End Developer to join a collaborative technology team in Wheeling, Illinois. This role focuses on building and maintaining reliable server-side solutions that support business applications and improve overall system performance. The ideal candidate brings strong development fundamentals, works well across teams, and can contribute to scalable web-based platforms in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and maintain backend services that support web applications and internal platforms
- Develop efficient server-side logic and integrate application functionality with databases and external services
- Partner with front-end developers to ensure smooth communication between user interfaces and backend systems
- Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews to support quality and consistency
- Troubleshoot application issues, identify root causes, and implement durable fixes
- Optimize performance, reliability, and scalability across backend components and APIs
- Contribute to technical planning, documentation, and ongoing improvements to development practices Requirements
- Experience developing web applications with strong proficiency in JavaScript
- Working knowledge of HTML and CSS in support of full-stack collaboration
- Familiarity with React.js and modern front-end frameworks
- Understanding of backend development principles, including API design and server-side architecture
- Ability to write organized, testable, and maintainable code
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.
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