Back-end Developer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Back-end Developer:

  • BSc. degree in Computer Science or similar relevant field
  • x years of experience as a Back-end developer
  • In-depth understanding of web development
  • x years of experience with programming languages like Java, Ruby, PHP and Python
  • x years of experience with CMS framework
  • Familiarity with front-end languages such as HTML, JavaScript and CSS
  • Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
  • Team player
  • Good organizational and time-management skills
  • Great interpersonal and communication skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Back-end Developer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Back-end Developer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.