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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Enterprise Product Manager - ElevenCreative
$125K - $150K *
Drive enterprise revenue and adoption for a cutting-edge creative platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product features, streamline workflows, and ensure a seamless experience...
2 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Java | Mainline
$160K - $200K *
Join a team that's enhancing IT Operations by designing scalable software solutions. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll lead development efforts, mentor peers, and ensure high-quality software that...
Today
$138K - $173K *
Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality software delivery. Lead and mentor a team of engineers while optimizing processes and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous impro...
1 week ago
Principal Customer Success Engineer - TOLA
$220K - $240K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic customer relationships in data security. Drive enterprise-wide programs, influence executive stakeholders, and ensure value realization through effective gover...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in delivering outstanding technical support and case management for complex escalated issues, ensuring customer success and trust while collaborating with teams to provide timely, high...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Fully Remote Senior Developer / AI Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Drive the design, development, and optimization of AI solutions for mission-critical federal programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and automate processes using...
3 weeks ago
Staff Data Scientist - Payments
$195K - $257K *
Lead the charge in transforming data into strategic insights, driving product innovation and decision-making by leveraging advanced analytics and quantitative methods, while influencing product strate...
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Senior Business Analyst - Guidewire (Claims Center)
$64K - $147K *
Collaborate with stakeholders to document and analyze business requirements, ensuring effective communication between clients and technical teams throughout the project life cycle. Drive innovative so...
4 weeks ago
Senior Backend Engineer - AI Platform
$121K - $145K *
Lead the design and development of high-performance web applications, integrating with backend services to enhance customer experiences and streamline operations across various platforms, focusing on...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer (Scala)
$125K - $150K *
Empower your career by developing scalable data solutions using functional Scala. Join a dynamic team focused on innovative cloud-based applications, collaborating to create high-quality products that...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform cloud platforms by enhancing capabilities and reducing technical debt. Contribute to full stack development using Python and Go, while building scalable solutions and maintaining cloud infra...
2 weeks ago
Senior AI-Native Product Engineer, Mobile
$160K - $257K *
Optimize the mobile client architecture for AI-driven conversations, building robust cross-platform solutions while ensuring seamless performance on both iOS and Android. Collaborate directly with tea...
4 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer - (Remote)
$98K - $196K *
Contribute to the design, development, and testing of complex software systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, establish standards, and enhance existing applications, ensuring...
1 week ago
$225K - $250K *
Join us to lead the strategic growth of our data feeds portfolio, driving performance and innovation. Collaborate across teams to shape market strategies, enhance client value, and establish a scalabl...
1 week ago
Sr. Staff Technical Risk Architect, Unified Trading
$253K - $298K *
Elevate the trading infrastructure by architecting robust, high-performance systems. Drive innovation and reliability for institutional trading platforms that empower the world's largest financial ent...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal Data & AI Platform Engineer, DataOps
$200K - $230K *
Elevate data operations by architecting AI-driven solutions that enhance resilience, scalability, and intelligence in data processing systems. Lead cross-functional teams to implement innovative DataO...
1 week ago
AI Tech Lead / REMOTE / Work-Life Balance
$135K - $160K *
Transform enterprise-scale AI solutions by leveraging Databricks, Generative AI, and cloud technologies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to shape AI architecture while mentoring engineers and driving...
Reposted today
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Elevate application security by leading initiatives and shaping best practices across multiple programming languages, while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure that security is integrated a...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Advance your career by driving the development of innovative features and scalable technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our core platform, ensuring impactful solutions that t...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Explore an impactful role as a Senior Full Stack Engineer, driving innovation at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Collaborate cross-functionally to build and enhance our core platform, s...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $140K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research in in vitro diagnostics. Contribute to site management and ensure compliance while supporting patient safety and study quality across multip...
5 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Empower a dynamic team of engineers to innovate e-commerce solutions, driving growth through collaboration with product managers and stakeholders while leveraging AI to enhance development processes a...
2 days ago
$150K - $165K *
Engage clients by driving revenue through consultative sales, building strong relationships with law firms and corporations. Leverage industry insights to anticipate needs and deliver tailored solutio...
5 days ago
$140K - $190K *
Unlock end-to-end software solutions by designing and developing scalable features at the intersection of healthcare and technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to rapidly deploy impactful...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director of Engineering, Assets & Issuance
$160K - $200K *
Lead a dynamic engineering team to innovate and scale our Assets & Issuance systems. Drive technical strategy, foster a culture of ownership, and ensure reliability while collaborating with cross-func...
1 week ago
What is an API engineer?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.