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.
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Lead the charge in optimizing Epic Population Health applications, ensuring effective support, administration, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance patient engagement and improve...
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Forward Deployed Engineer (Fort Lauderdale/Miami)
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Drive impactful solutions as a Forward Deployed Engineer, collaborating with clients to tackle complex challenges. Design and deploy AI-enabled applications, ensuring reliability and performance in re...
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Federal Senior Product Analytics Engineer
$142K - $186K *
Deliver trusted, governed product data by designing scalable ELT pipelines and analytics models. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality and compliance, empowering stakeholders with self-servi...
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$91K - $163K *
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Join a team that's dedicated to installing and maintaining AV systems in dynamic environments. You'll bring expertise in Q-SYS and AV networking, contributing to seamless corporate communications thro...
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$94K - $107K *
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Account Manager, Enterprise Growth Strategy
$140K *
Lead the charge in driving growth strategies for large omnichannel merchants, while optimizing partnerships and implementing actionable plans. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver measurable ROI a...
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Application Security Developer
$119K - $161K *
Shape the future of application security by leveraging your .NET expertise to enhance security practices, educate teams, and implement innovative tools in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on...
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Staff Data Scientist, Ad Platform
$150K - $180K *
Innovate measurement and causal strategies to drive executive decisions, establishing frameworks that enhance data-driven insights across pricing, growth, and marketing. Lead scientific governance and...
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Staff Engineer - Android (REMOTE)
$144K - $235K *
Lead a dynamic team in developing innovative Android applications, driving technical excellence and strategic initiatives while mentoring engineers and enhancing software quality for a best-in-class s...
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Application Support Engineer, Canada, OEX
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's essential to ensuring 24x7 reliability for our global cryptocurrency trading platform. You'll manage production support, optimize processes, and enhance user experience through tech...
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$90K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data pipeline stability and server administration for enterprise analytics systems. Support the transition of legacy data models into Tableau while ensuring c...
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Sales Engineer (Pacific Coast)
$100K - $120K *
Transform the sales process by providing expert technical support and product demonstrations. Collaborate with internal teams to address customer needs and enhance training, ensuring a seamless experi...
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Principal Clinical Database Systems Programmer
$172K - $188K *
Lead the charge in clinical data programming by designing, building, and maintaining data collection systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure data integrity and support clinical development through a...
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Empower your career as a Sales Engineer, driving revenue through technical expertise and strategic collaboration. Engage with clients, deliver compelling demos, and streamline the sales process to ach...
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$138K - $192K *
Help us empower customers to innovate in communications as a Principal Presales Engineer. Drive technical pre-sales engagements, establish trust, and provide solutions. Collaborate with teams to desig...
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$112K - $193K *
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$120K - $140K *
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$130K - $160K *
Elevate your career by conducting proactive threat hunting and analysis to combat complex fraud in a dynamic financial ecosystem. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline threat intelligence and e...
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Senior Software Engineer, Containers
$157K - $184K *
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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.