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What does an API Engineer do?

An API Engineer plays a critical role in software development, creating APIs that allow different software systems to interact. Their work is key to building smooth and efficient digital systems.

What are the qualifications for API Engineer jobs?

A degree in Computer Science or a related field, strong understanding of API protocols and methodologies, and experience with relevant technologies and frameworks are commonly required for API Engineer jobs.

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$388K - $500K+*

Elevate the API design and governance at the intersection of engineering and developer experience. As a technical authority, you will define, evolve, and architect APIs to meet the needs of diverse te...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $154K *

Elevate your career by leading complex infrastructure solutions, automating deployments, optimizing performance, and ensuring reliability. Collaborate across teams to drive strategic advancements and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $151K *

Drive high-quality software solutions by designing and implementing scalable, efficient micro-services and applications. Collaborate with agile teams to enhance customer experiences while adhering to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Tackle innovative challenges in building a unified platform experience. Drive secure, scalable solutions impacting user authentication and access control in a collaborative environment while shaping t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Engineer the foundation of a cutting-edge tax engine, collaborating closely with CPAs to ensure accuracy while enhancing testing and integration systems for rapid deployment and scaling in a transform...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by owning web solutions end-to-end, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences, drive product improvements, and ensure system reliability. Your contrib...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of shared services by developing robust APIs and backend solutions in a cloud-native environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and elevate your coding...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $168K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on crafting scalable software solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to design impactful APIs and lead innovations that drive efficiency and elevate cus...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Pioneer end-to-end software solutions, driving technical decisions and enhancements. Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to create meaningful user impact while embracing a culture of...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $153K *

Drive impactful software solutions in the healthcare domain, enhancing quality reporting systems for thousands of hospitals. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes, ensuring high stand...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Empower innovative software solutions within healthcare applications. Collaborate across teams to solve complex problems, drive design decisions, and enhance system quality in a fully remote, agile en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Drive the evolution of internal platform capabilities, ensuring robust infrastructure and efficient workflows for engineering teams. Collaborate on AWS-centric solutions and modernize systems to enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the integration roadmap and define our API strategy; work cross-functionally to enhance product offerings for modern accounting firms through strategic partnerships and customer insights...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$499K - $500K+*

Drive the development of high-volume APIs for advertising systems, enhancing audience onboarding and measurement capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver privacy-focused soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $170K *

Transform healthcare technology by designing and developing scalable cloud-native applications, enhancing user experiences while ensuring system reliability and compliance in a dynamic, cross-function...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $413K *

Develop robust architectures and scalable systems that support global revenue operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance financial workflows and ensure accurate financial reporti...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions that transform the PropTech landscape. Drive the technical strategy and architecture, mentor a talented team, and collaborate across functions to deliver high-impact AI...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $130K *

Transform the SaaS landscape by writing quality code, collaborating in Agile teams, and leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity and deliver impactful features for nonprofits...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $170K *

Reimagine enterprise systems by modernizing legacy code into cloud-native Python microservices. Collaborate on designing lightweight REST APIs and batch jobs using DevSecOps practices in AWS Lambda an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead and innovate as you build secure, high-performance infrastructure for GraphQL, engaging directly with users and teams to enhance our platform and drive strategic improvements essential for advanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive excellence in software development by crafting efficient, secure, and scalable solutions while collaborating within agile teams and mentoring peers to enhance client success and deliver high-qua...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape robust enterprise cloud infrastructure by leveraging modern technologies to enhance system reliability and efficiency, while collaborating closely with a progressive engineering team committed t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize integration capabilities by building reliable APIs and security-focused systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and elevate engineering quality in a dynamic, rem...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $125K *

Join a team that's innovating healthcare analytics through software engineering, designing robust applications, and collaborating across departments to drive client success while enhancing your techni...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Contribute to the development and maintenance of automation frameworks, deploying and managing Helm charts across diverse Kubernetes environments, while collaborating with teams to optimize platform p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an API Engineer?question toggle

    An API Engineer is a software professional who designs, builds, and maintains APIs (Application Programming Interfaces). They ensure the smooth interaction between different software systems, making them integral to modern digital infrastructure.

  • What qualifications do I need to be an API Engineer?question toggle

    Most API Engineer roles require a degree in Computer Science or a related field, a solid grasp of API protocols and methodologies, and experience with languages like Java, Python, or C++. A deep understanding of web services and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) is also typically required.

  • Are there many API Engineer jobs available?question toggle

    The demand for API Engineers is growing as more companies undertake digital transformation initiatives. API Engineers are pivotal in this as they enable different software systems to interact seamlessly.

  • How much can I earn as an API Engineer?question toggle

    The salaries for API Engineers can vary greatly depending on experience, location, and the specific needs of the employer. However, on Ladders, all listed API Engineer jobs offer a salary of $100,000 or more.