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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that empowers customers to achieve their business goals through strategic guidance and hands-on support, enhancing their experience with our DevSecOps platform and driving long-term succes...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform the security landscape by leading corporate security and compliance initiatives. Own identity infrastructure, manage vendor relationships, and ensure customer trust while implementing robust...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and implement secure, scalable network solutions. Leverage your expertise in networking technologies to enhance performance and reliability while collaborating with cross-fun...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading full stack development for e-commerce and consumer apps. Collaborate across teams to innovate with AI, ensuring quality and performance while mentoring engineers and shapin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $350K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge AI infrastructure to enhance large-scale reinforcement learning and distributed training systems, optimizing performance and efficiency across various layers and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $256K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $217K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $266K *

Champion MuleSoft implementations by developing clean code and guiding teams. Leverage expertise in Salesforce and API management to deliver enterprise-grade solutions while mentoring junior developer...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion our IT infrastructure by automating identity and device management. In this dynamic role, you'll implement innovative security measures while ensuring operational efficiency in a cutting-edge...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading cloud architecture and data interoperability initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance security and compliance for federal healthcare environments while d...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $115K *

Shape innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining robust applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and optimize application performan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$244K - $279K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$168K - $285K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $222K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $220K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$220K - $240K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize security in Azure and Microsoft cloud environments at scale. Lead the design and implementation of robust architectures, leveraging AI tools to enhance security practices while collaborating...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform the developer evaluation experience of Keycard by streamlining onboarding and guide processes for enhanced usability and efficiency. Drive metrics-focused improvements as you collaborate wit...

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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.