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.
$90K - $110K *
Champion the development of robust backend applications and APIs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions in the mortgage industry. Drive projects from design to depl...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive innovative automation solutions in system security evaluation, focusing on streamlining processes and continuous monitoring across project lifecycles. Leverage your expertise to enhance backend...
Reposted 5 days ago
Software Engineer 4 - Revenue Infrastructure
$250K - $413K *
Engineer scalable revenue financial workflows, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create robust architectures and configurable data pipelines that support global financial processes...
4 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Enterprise API Platform & GraphQL Engineering
$119K - $140K *
Unlock your potential by leading API engineering efforts across diverse platforms. Drive modernization initiatives, enhance security, and optimize performance while collaborating with cross-functional...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Enterprise API Platform & GraphQL Engineering
$119K - $140K *
Shape the future of our API ecosystem by leading engineering efforts across Apigee and GraphQL platforms. Drive modernization initiatives, enhance security, and automate deployments while mentoring te...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Enterprise API Platform & GraphQL Engineering
$119K - $140K *
Join a team that's transforming our API ecosystem by leading modernization initiatives, designing secure solutions, and driving platform strategies across cutting-edge technologies like Apigee and Apo...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Enterprise API Platform & GraphQL Engineering
$119K - $140K *
Shape the future of our API ecosystem by leading engineering efforts across Apigee and GraphQL platforms, driving modernization initiatives, and implementing robust security measures to enhance enterp...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Enterprise API Platform & GraphQL Engineering
$119K - $140K *
Lead the modernization of our enterprise API ecosystem, driving secure, scalable solutions across Apigee and Apollo GraphQL platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance API security a...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Enterprise API Platform & GraphQL Engineering
$119K - $140K *
Drive your career with us as a technical SME, leading API engineering efforts, modernizing platforms, and enhancing security while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solut...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Enterprise API Platform & GraphQL Engineering
$119K - $140K *
Lead the transformation of our API ecosystem by designing secure, scalable solutions and modernizing platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, security, and reliabilit...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Enterprise API Platform & GraphQL Engineering
$119K - $140K *
Lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable API solutions, driving modernization and optimization across enterprise platforms while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance perf...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Enterprise API Platform & GraphQL Engineering
$119K - $140K *
Shape the future of our API ecosystem by leading engineering efforts across Apigee and GraphQL platforms. Drive modernization initiatives, enhance security, and optimize performance while mentoring te...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Enterprise API Platform & GraphQL Engineering
$119K - $140K *
Lead the modernization of enterprise API platforms, driving secure, scalable solutions across Apigee and Apollo GraphQL. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance API security, automation, an...
2 weeks ago
Engineering Manager, Data Platform
$225K - $260K *
Champion a high-performing Data Platform team, blending technical leadership with hands-on contributions to drive successful architecture and delivery while promoting a culture of AI-native engineerin...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Empower financial innovation by designing core services for a cutting-edge liquidity distribution network. Collaborate on systems that handle onchain assets and drive seamless integration for optimal...
3 weeks ago
Engineering Manager (API Platform)
$150K - $180K *
Drive growth by leading the API Platform engineering team to create, scale, and optimize mission-critical APIs, enhancing developer and agent experiences while adapting to dynamic customer needs and e...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$163K - $224K *
Drive innovative AI solutions to transform healthcare workflows by collaborating with business leaders and engineers, translating complex challenges into scalable applications that enhance financial a...
3 weeks ago
$163K - $224K *
Empower healthcare innovation by designing and deploying AI solutions. Collaborate with business leaders to tackle complex challenges, leveraging advanced technologies for meaningful impact in financi...
3 weeks ago
Intermediate Software Engineer (Agentic AI Verification)
$80K - $95K *
Drive the development of AI-driven verification systems, enhancing workflows and productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform business needs into robust features, ensuring high-q...
2 weeks ago
Intermediate Software Engineer (Agentic AI Verification)
$95K - $115K *
Innovate by building and enhancing AI-driven verification systems, transforming agent workflows from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust features and optim...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Launch innovative software solutions in a dynamic environment, collaborating closely with founders to drive product development. Tackle complex engineering challenges, impacting both product direction...
3 weeks ago
Senior Backend Engineer, Agentic AI
$150K - $180K *
Unlock the potential of intelligent finance systems by designing scalable services, resilient APIs, and data architectures that enable rapid, reliable automation for enterprises globally while collabo...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Product Engineer II - Backend
$110K - $130K *
Join us to drive complex backend initiatives, shape scalable architectures, and mentor engineers. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality solutions while ensuring system reliability and perfo...
1 week ago
Software Engineer III, Events Processing
$165K - $206K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of event processing by designing scalable, reliable services. Collaborate across high-impact teams and leverage cutting-edge technologies to enhance user experien...
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$120K - $145K *
Transform analytics by creating a reliable source of truth through data integration. You will build metrics and dashboards, improve data quality, and collaborate across teams to empower decision-makin...
Reposted 3 weeks 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.