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Browse verified Filipino backend developers available for full-time, part-time, and freelance remote engagements — skilled in REST API, GraphQL, Apollo, SOAP, and payment integrations like the PayPal API.

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Why Hire Filipino Backend Developers?

RemoteWork.ph connects you with verified Filipino backend developers you can shortlist, message, and hire directly.

Experienced Backend Developers

Find backend developers experienced in designing and documenting restful apis for web and mobile applications, building and optimizing graphql schemas and apollo server setups, integrating third-party payment apis including paypal and stripe, developing and maintaining soap-based web service integrations, and more.

Competitive Rates

Hire skilled Filipino backend developers at rates up to 80% lower than hiring locally.

Strong English Skills

Filipino professionals have strong English skills, making day-to-day collaboration easier.

Long-Term Team Members

Work with someone long term who learns your business and becomes part of your team.

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What a Backend Developer Can Help You With

Common tasks businesses hire backend developers in the Philippines to handle.

Designing and documenting RESTful APIs for web and mobile applications
Building and optimizing GraphQL schemas and Apollo Server setups
Integrating third-party payment APIs including PayPal and Stripe
Developing and maintaining SOAP-based web service integrations
Creating secure authentication flows using OAuth2 and JWT
Writing automated API tests and maintaining endpoint documentation
Optimizing database queries, indexing, and server-side performance
Setting up CI/CD pipelines and managing backend deployments

Popular Skills & Tools for Backend Developers

Common skills and software found across backend developer profiles on RemoteWork.ph

REST API Zapier API Development API Testing Stripe Api Apollo Soap

How Hiring Works

Find, connect with, and hire Filipino backend developers directly on RemoteWork.ph

1

Post a Job

Post a job or browse talent to find the right fit.

2

Message Applicants

Message applicants directly and arrange interviews.

3

Hire & Manage Talent

Set the hours and pay, then manage your hire directly.

How Much Should You Pay a Filipino Backend Developer?

Typical rates vary by experience, skills, and specialization. Here's a general range to help you budget.

Junior

$4–$7/hour

Approx. $640–$1,120/month

Best for straightforward tasks and professionals building experience.

Mid-Level

$7–$10/hour

Approx. $1,120–$1,600/month

Experienced professionals who can handle most day-to-day work independently.

Senior

$10–$17+/hour

Approx. $1,600–$2,720+/month

Advanced professionals with deeper expertise, specialized skills, or leadership experience.

Candidates set their own rates, and actual compensation depends on experience, workload, hours, and specialization.

Want a deeper breakdown of salaries and hiring costs? Read our Philippines remote worker salary guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs about hiring Filipino Backend Developers

Most backend developers on the platform work with REST and GraphQL APIs, Apollo Server, SOAP services, and payment integrations such as the PayPal API. Many also have experience with Node.js, PHP, Python, or Java depending on their specialization.

Rates vary by experience, but mid-level Filipino backend developers generally range from $8–$20 USD per hour, with senior specialists commanding higher rates. Full-time monthly engagements are often more cost-effective than equivalent local hires.

Yes — candidates on RemoteWork.ph are open to full-time, part-time, and project-based freelance arrangements. Filter by availability when browsing profiles to find developers suited to short-term deliverables.

Candidate profiles include listed skills, work history, and portfolio details, so you can assess familiarity with specific technologies like GraphQL or SOAP before reaching out. A paid plan is required to contact candidates directly and request code samples or technical interviews.

Many backend developers on the platform have hands-on experience integrating PayPal API and other payment gateways into e-commerce and SaaS applications. Look for candidates who list payment API or fintech projects in their work history.

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