backend developer

[/ˈbækɛnd dɪˈvɛləpər/]
nounpl: backend developers
desenvolvedor de backend
1. A software developer who specializes in building and maintaining the server-side logic, databases, and APIs of web and mobile applications
The backend developer optimized the database queries to improve application performance.
O desenvolvedor de backend otimizou as consultas do banco de dados para melhorar o desempenho da aplicação.
2. A programmer responsible for the invisible server-side components that power user-facing applications
Our backend developer implemented the authentication system and user management features.
Nosso desenvolvedor de backend implementou o sistema de autenticação e os recursos de gerenciamento de usuários.
In Brazil's growing tech industry, backend developers are highly sought after, especially in São Paulo's startup ecosystem. The term 'desenvolvedor de backend' is widely used in job listings and professional contexts. In the USA, particularly in Silicon Valley and NYC, 'backend developer' or 'back-end dev' is standard terminology in tech companies. The role is considered essential infrastructure in modern software development.
NYC Slang
back-end dev (colloquial shortening common in NYC tech scene)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
server-side developerbackend engineersoftware developerback-end programmer
Antonyms / Antônimos
frontend developerfull-stack developer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desenvolvedor de backend
Most common term used in Brazil, often abbreviated as 'dev backend'
São Paulo
desenvolvedor backend
Commonly used in tech hubs; sometimes uses English term directly
Rio de Janeiro
desenvolvedor de backend
Standard usage in local tech communities
Portugal
programador de backend
Portuguese preference for 'programador' over 'desenvolvedor' in some contexts

Related Words

frontend developerfull-stack developerAPIdatabaseserverRESTmicroservices

Related Idioms & Phrases

behind the scenes
under the hood
server-side magic
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