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How to Hire a Back-End Developer (2026 Guide)
A back-end developer builds the secure, scalable server-side of your product. Hiring the right one saves you months and money. Here's what to look for, what it costs, and how to hire someone who actually delivers.
What does a back-end developer do?
In short, a back-end developer builds the secure, scalable server-side of your product.
- Laravel and Node.js
- Database design and APIs
- Auth, security and performance
- Integrations and queues
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Skills to look for
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- Laravel and Node.js
- Database design and APIs
- Auth, security and performance
- Integrations and queues
What it costs & how to hire
Cost tracks scope and seniority — the cheapest quote rarely means the cheapest outcome. Hire on a fixed-price milestone or hourly basis.
- A clear, fixed quote before work starts
- A portfolio and verifiable reviews
- Milestone-based delivery with regular updates
- One accountable owner, start to finish