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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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$60K - $105K *

Transform business needs into effective ServiceNow solutions by designing, developing, and implementing applications, while providing technical leadership and maintaining platform integrity. Collabora...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of cloud applications by designing innovative AWS solutions, developing stateful apps, and streamlining validation processes for IVR systems in a dynamic and collaborative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating backend services in a dynamic fintech environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to troubleshoot, optimize, and deliver high-quality solutions as part of a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead a cross-functional team of engineers to deliver high-quality products. You will be hands-on in development, mentor engineers, and champion AI technologies, ensuring systems are scalable, secure...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's scaling innovative distributed systems across our platform, shaping technical frameworks, and driving organizational growth while collaborating with talented engineers in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by leading Kubernetes and AWS EKS initiatives. Drive scaling, automation, and reliability across critical systems while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $224K *

Optimize the design and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, ensuring operational integrity and seamless delivery of digital health solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance developer tooli...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $254K *

Join a leading-edge team to design and implement scalable data infrastructure, empowering performance marketing through innovative data solutions and collaboration across functions in a highly dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovative data engineering solutions that enhance ML/AI initiatives, ensuring data quality and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design robust pipelines and support model t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Champion AI product innovation by defining roadmaps, managing new developments, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance our product suite with cutting-edge AI solutions. Drive customer value and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Engineer scalable backend solutions and robust data pipelines using TypeScript, Node.js, and MongoDB. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, ensure reliability, and contribut...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to delivering complex frontend web features, ensuring reliability and performance. Play a key role in shaping user experiences through collaborative development and proact...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$60K - $160K *

Drive innovation in software development by creating scalable backend services and APIs using Go. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment, ensuring top quality and performance in solutions that impa...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud systems reliability and scalability, driving continuous improvement in a modern SaaS environment. Lead technical initiatives to optimize Kubernetes, CI/CD processe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive the evolution of our platform as a Senior Platform Engineer, enhancing reliability, scalability, and security in a dynamic environment. Lead technical initiatives, support cloud systems, and ena...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive innovation as you build scalable ingestion services and data pipelines. Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance platform resilience and deliver impactful solutions that fuel restaurant gr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $185K *

Build and manage scalable cloud infrastructure and platform systems, enhancing reliability, automation, and operational practices while collaborating with engineering teams to meet evolving project ne...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $237K *

Drive the future of insurance tech by architecting scalable systems that innovate underwriting and administration, leveraging AI for evolution in a greenfield environment with focus on complex policy...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Drive innovation in AI-powered tools by leading a multidisciplinary engineering team. Own the development of scalable, user-centric solutions that empower crime fighters while ensuring high quality an...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Oversee the delivery of innovative AI and GenAI data solutions, ensuring successful project implementations. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to drive business value through advance...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $125K *

Transform the development of AI-native digital platforms by building high-quality, scalable frontend applications in collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive ent...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Make your mark at a global digital product engineering firm. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate solutions, elevate client success, and enhance your professional journey in a dynamic, non-hiera...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $229K *

The New Ad Formats team at Reddit is seeking a skilled full stack engineer to build innovative ad experiences and enhance ad performance on the platform. This role involves collaborating with product...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $215K *

Take ownership of driving business value through innovative AI solutions. Collaborate with sales and technical teams to meet customer needs, showcase product capabilities, and lead implementations, en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at scaling robust infrastructure to support reliable, efficient mortgage services. Join a dynamic team committed to building tools that enhance engineering velocity and platform re...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.