We surveyed 1,067 back-end developers to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical back-end developer. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a back-end developer?
Low
High
Working as a back-end developer typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a back-end developer?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a back-end developer typically depends predominantly on qualities you’re born with, with a small aspect of skills you can learn.
Is it easy to get a job as a back-end developer?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a back-end developer.
Do back-end developers work full-time or part-time?
83% of back-end developers work in full-time roles while 17% work part-time.
Is being a back-end developer stressful?
Low
High
Back-End developers tend not to find their jobs stressful, which likely contributes positively to career satisfaction.
Is being organized important as a back-end developer?
Low
High
Organization is not considered a particuarly important part of being a back-end developer.
How competitive is the workplace for back-end developers?
Low
High
Back-End developers see mild competition in their workplace.
Does being a back-end developer require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Time pressure tends not to be a major contributor of stress for back-end developers.
Are back-end developers allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Back-End developers rarely get a chance to express themselves creatively.
Do back-end developers have control over the direction of their work?
Low
High
While sometimes the direction is set, occasionally back-end developers will have some flexibility over the direction of their work.
Is being a back-end developer physically demanding?
Low
High
Work as a back-end developers is rarely physically demanding, making it a suitable option for those unable to perform physically strenuous tasks.
Are back-end developers exposed to a wide variety of work?
Low
High
Back-End developers tend to have a monotonous work routine, with little variety in their day-to-day tasks.
Does being a back-end developer require attention to detail?
Low
High
Attention to detail isn't necessarily required to be successful as a back-end developer.
Does being a good back-end developer require compassion and empathy?
Low
High
The ability to be compassion and empathetic isn't considered fundamental to success as a back-end developer.