Backend Developer Salary in Berlin 2026
Berlin is Germany's startup capital and the most international tech city in the country. The city has the highest density of English-first tech companies in Germany, making it the top destination for non-EU IT professionals moving to Germany.
Based on 2 job listings with disclosed salaries · View all Germany →
EU Blue Card Eligibility: ✓ Typically qualifies
2026 IT shortage threshold: €45,934/year. Average Backend Developer salary in Berlin (€80,000) is above the threshold. Calculate your net take-home →
Working as a Backend Developer in Berlin
Top sectors
E-commerce (Zalando, About You), fintech (N26, SumUp), food tech (HelloFresh, Delivery Hero), travel (GetYourGuide), and a dense startup ecosystem.
Cost of living
Moderate — lower than Munich or Frankfurt. Average 1-bedroom apartment in city centre: €1,200–€1,800/month.
Berlin salaries are typically 5–10% below Munich but come with lower living costs. The salary/lifestyle ratio is among the best in Germany for tech professionals.
Active Backend Developer Jobs in Berlin
Backend Engineer - Transfers Gateway
SumUp
Backend Engineer - Money Transfers
SumUp
Backend Engineer - Risk&Compliance
SumUp
Founding Engineer – Backend & Platform
Clera
Founding Engineer – Backend & Platform
Clera
Backend Engineer
Clera€80,000–€120,000
Backend Engineer
Clera€80,000–€120,000
Senior Software Engineer (Backend focused) - Supply
GetYourGuide
Senior Backend Developer – Go & Kubernetes
DATATRONiQ
Senior Software Engineer, GraphQL - API Platform
GetYourGuide
Lead Backend Engineer - Conversational Banking
N26
Backend Engineer - Investments & Savings
N26
Backend Engineer - Cards
SumUp
Senior Backend Engineer - Customer Risk Lifecycle
N26
Backend Engineer - Customer Identity
N26
Backend Engineer (Golang) - Balance Management
SumUp
Founding Engineer – Backend & Platform
Clera
Founding Software Engineer (Backend, Cloud & AI Infrastructure)
NextexAI
Senior Backend Engineer
Staffbase
(Senior) Backend Engineer - Vehicle Mission (all genders)
moia
Backend Developer Salary in Berlin — FAQ
What does a Backend Developer earn in Berlin, Germany?
Backend Developers in Berlin earn an average of €80,000/year gross based on 2 listings with disclosed salaries. The range is €80,000–€80,000.
Does a Backend Developer in Berlin qualify for the EU Blue Card?
The EU Blue Card threshold for IT shortage occupations in 2026 is €45,934/year gross. The average Backend Developer salary in Berlin (€80,000) exceeds this threshold.
What is the cost of living in Berlin for IT professionals?
Moderate — lower than Munich or Frankfurt. Average 1-bedroom apartment in city centre: €1,200–€1,800/month. Berlin salaries are typically 5–10% below Munich but come with lower living costs. The salary/lifestyle ratio is among the best in Germany for tech professionals.
Which companies hire Backend Developers in Berlin?
Berlin has a strong Backend Developer job market. Top sectors: E-commerce (Zalando, About You), fintech (N26, SumUp), food tech (HelloFresh, Delivery Hero), travel (GetYourGuide), and a dense startup ecosystem.
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