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.
$110K - $130K *
Build and operate innovative solutions to detect and prevent fraud at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and leverage AI capabilities, ensuring businesses can c...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate project success by enhancing system evaluations with automation, ensuring optimal application performance through proactive monitoring and support. Collaborate across teams in a dynamic env...
Reposted 4 days ago
Software Engineer III, Infrastructure, API Proxy, One Platform
$147K - $210K *
Innovate within a dynamic team to develop large-scale infrastructure and systems. Collaborate on critical projects, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance user experiences and drive digital t...
1 week ago
Software Engineer - REST API Development, Officer
$70K - $118K *
Join a team that drives API development by designing, implementing, and supporting RESTful services. Collaborate with senior engineers to troubleshoot issues, document solutions, and learn modern soft...
4 weeks ago
$202K - $224K *
Elevate your career by developing innovative geospatial services that enhance user experiences across diverse product lines. Collaborate with cutting-edge technologies to shape the future of location...
6 days ago
$182K - $247K *
Transform the cybersecurity landscape by designing, implementing, and managing advanced software solutions while leading teams and ensuring quality across various platforms. Drive innovation in securi...
Reposted 4 days ago
$133K - $181K *
Champion innovative software solutions for optimal customer experiences. Lead development of full-stack web applications, enhancing shipping logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive...
3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer - Media API Platform
$160K - $240K *
Engineer robust APIs for a high-impact platform, enhancing scalability and reliability across Bloomberg Media's digital products while leveraging cutting-edge technologies and AI-assisted tools...
4 days ago
$200K - $350K *
Shape the future of AI-driven consumer products by designing and scaling backend systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges and enhance user experiences t...
Yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career as an Application Engineer, crafting dynamic web applications using modern tech. Collaborate on innovative projects while leveraging your expertise in TypeScript, React, and cloud...
3 weeks ago
$113K - $279K *
Unlock potential by providing 24/7 application support, ensuring system reliability, and automating security processes. Contribute to operational success through proactive troubleshooting and performa...
Reposted 1 week ago
Software Engineer - Back End (New York)
$125K - $150K *
Take ownership of backend systems development, designing robust APIs, and building integrations that enhance functionality and user experience. Collaborate within a small team, impacting engineering c...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Data Engineer, Billing & Payments
$320K - $405K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to build scalable billing and revenue data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure data integrity and empower teams with actionable i...
1 week ago
Data Engineer, Billing & Payments
$320K - $405K *
Empower teams by building scalable data solutions for billing and payments. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure data accuracy and deliver actionable insights, driving data-driven deci...
1 week ago
Software Engineer II - Engineer
$171K - $190K *
Drive the design and implementation of robust software solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance Uber's experimentation platform, ensuring high reliability and scalability in production environ...
4 days ago
Software Engineer II - Engineer
$144K - $160K *
Drive the development of backend services and APIs for search and discovery features, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and ensure system reliability and performanc...
5 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Elevate our backend solutions by designing scalable systems that enhance platform performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop reliable APIs and data models, ensuring a seamless use...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$108K - $164K *
Drive the evolution of enterprise data platforms by managing key tools like Snowflake and Airflow. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance platform processes, ensure efficiency, and evaluate eme...
3 weeks ago
$81K *
Manage and enhance public health technology platforms, ensuring secure, reliable operations for local, state, and federal agencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performan...
Yesterday
Software Engineer, Backend (Product)
$135K - $160K *
Shape the future of impactful backend systems by owning product surfaces end to end. Collaborate closely with design and engineering teams, drive decisions, and continuously enhance performance to del...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$105K - $185K *
Partner with us to deliver innovative payment solutions, guiding merchants through complex integrations and technical decisions that enhance performance and scalability in a dynamic environment...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Create impactful customer-facing features by building fullstack solutions that enhance messaging workflows. Collaborate across teams to deliver reliable, event-driven experiences that drive user engag...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Develop high-performance web applications using a low-code platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions for government clients while supporting existing applications...
5 days ago
Software Engineer-III (Full Stack/API Integration)
$98K - $159K *
Empower innovation by leading end-to-end software solutions, ensuring technical design and delivery align with business needs while enhancing efficiency, reliability, and security across platforms and...
Today
$150K - $180K *
Engage in pioneering software development that shapes the future of human-computer interaction. Join a small, elite engineering team to tackle complex challenges and create impactful solutions within...
Reposted 2 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.