Explore API Engineer Jobs

API engineers design, build, and maintain the application programming interfaces that allow software systems to communicate. They help organizations connect services, products, and data through reliable, secure, and well-documented APIs. Browse vetted API Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does an API Engineer Do?

API engineers develop and integrate interfaces used by web applications, mobile apps, internal platforms, and external partners. Their work may include defining API specifications, writing and testing code, improving performance, managing authentication and authorization, and monitoring services in production. They often collaborate with product managers, software engineers, security teams, and infrastructure specialists.

Skills and Qualifications for API Engineering

Employers commonly seek experience with API design and development, REST or GraphQL, programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, or JavaScript, and tools for testing, version control, and observability. Knowledge of databases, cloud platforms, microservices, security practices, and API documentation can also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer and seniority.

API Engineer Career Opportunities

API engineering roles are available across technology, finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and other industries that rely on connected digital systems. Depending on experience, professionals may pursue senior API engineer, backend engineer, platform engineer, integration architect, or engineering leadership positions.

Find API Engineer Jobs Paying $100K or More

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and identify roles that align with your skills, experience, and career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details as you search for your next API engineering position.

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$170K - $230K *

Shape the future of security by designing and implementing scalable solutions across diverse domains. Collaborate with engineering teams to embed security in workflows while leveraging AI to enhance e...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $238K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage AI in enhancing application security. You'll assess vulnerabilities, implement fixes, and shape AI security strategies, driving innovation in a fast-paced environment w...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Champion innovative and scalable Trading & Custody systems by leading cross-functional projects and collaborating closely with product and compliance teams, while inspiring the engineering team with a...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$196K - $207K *

Lead the charge in shaping the Ads Manager platform by modernizing frontend architecture, driving technical innovation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and cam...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $286K *

Innovate with us as a technical leader, driving scalable platform solutions and AI integration. Collaborate across teams to enhance reporting accuracy and deliver high-quality outputs that support str...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$175K - $215K *

Elevate the technology function by leading engineering, delivery, and operations. Collaborate closely with leadership to shape technical strategy, ship code weekly, and ensure high standards in a dyna...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Launch a secure authentication layer for AI-to-enterprise connections, driving system-wide identity standardization. Collaborate with clients to meet complex security needs, ensuring seamless integrat...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Champion the future of network engineering by architecting and developing high-performance networks that power AI at scale. Lead innovative solutions and mentor a talented team to enhance global netwo...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate software quality by designing and executing comprehensive test strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance and scalability of applications, driving innovat...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$227K - $280K *

Lead strategic finance initiatives to empower product decisions, driving financial evaluations and business cases for new product lines. Collaborate with C-suite and product teams to optimize resource...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $139K *

Architect scalable software solutions to enhance payment processing systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications while modernizing platforms and implementing m...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading a high-impact Developer Infrastructure team. Drive technical strategy, enhance developer experience, and foster a culture of growth and accountability while collaborat...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of FinTech by developing robust applications. Collaborate with engineers and product managers to deliver high-quality software solutions while ensuring compliance...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Empower innovation by driving backend development for a transformative platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product features and scalability, ensuring high-quality code and imp...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of health tech! As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll innovate and build scalable solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance our platform. Take ownership, dr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the design and development of our enterprise data platform, driving initiatives for data ingestion, storage, and transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance...

CanadaRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $160K *

Join our U.S. Government Support Engineering team to tackle complex technical challenges in secure environments. Leverage your Linux expertise and customer support skills to enhance GitLab's performan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $185K *

Champion the development of scalable data platforms, leading cross-functional initiatives and enhancing AI-assisted analytics. Collaborate with teams to drive technical direction and improve system pe...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$227K - $280K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise intelligence strategy, enhancing data governance, and driving analytics transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and...

Des Plaines, ILRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $250K *

Join us to lead product and technology strategy, driving innovation and integration across platforms while enhancing customer experiences and ensuring security and scalability in a dynamic, hands-on e...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive product innovation in healthcare revenue cycle management by optimizing eligibility verification and enhancing payer connections. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure effective...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $135K *

Engage with stakeholders to deliver innovative defense tech solutions. As the Product Owner, you'll prioritize product backlogs and drive user stories to completion while ensuring alignment with strat...

Ontario, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$254K - $297K *

Elevate customer experiences by diagnosing and resolving complex technical challenges. Contribute directly to product engineering initiatives while collaborating with strategic customers and internal...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $186K *

Support the strategy and roadmap of our Data & AI Platform, prioritizing consumer needs and driving adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product features, measure performance...

Portland, ORRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $181K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AWS cloud solutions for scoring capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and efficiency, while mentoring junior engi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an API engineer?question toggle

    An API engineer builds and maintains application programming interfaces that enable software systems and services to exchange data and functionality.

  • What does an API engineer do day to day?question toggle

    Typical work includes designing API endpoints and specifications, writing and testing code, integrating services, addressing security and performance needs, documenting interfaces, and monitoring APIs in production.

  • What skills are commonly required for API engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for programming experience, knowledge of API design such as REST or GraphQL, testing and documentation skills, and familiarity with databases, cloud services, security, and distributed systems. Specific requirements depend on the role.

  • How much do API engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by experience, location, industry, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for specific salary information.

  • Where can API engineers find jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    API engineers can browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more and review listings to find roles that match their qualifications and preferences.