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.
Software Engineer, Life Sciences
$135K - $160K *
Innovate with us as a full-stack product engineer, driving AI solutions for scientists. You'll design systems, create user-friendly interfaces, and collaborate with experts to enhance laboratory workf...
2 weeks ago
Senior / Staff Backend Engineer - Platform & Search
$150K - $180K *
Lead the development of backend systems to ensure platform reliability, improve search capabilities, and drive impactful technical decisions. Collaborate with a small team to optimize infrastructure a...
3 weeks ago
Frontend Data Application Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge data applications using React and AI technologies. Collaborate with engineers and analysts to create intuitive interfaces that enhance decision-making in mi...
1 week ago
$115K - $130K *
Develop and deploy cutting-edge AI solutions, leveraging Java and Python to create scalable systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform innovative concepts into production-ready appl...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate data governance modernization by administering and enhancing the Collibra Data Intelligence Platform, focusing on operational models and automated workflows to create a well-governed data e...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$106K - $159K *
Lead the charge in developing and optimizing analytical data models and pipelines, collaborating across teams to enhance data-driven solutions that support research and care programs within a dynamic...
4 days ago
Platform Engineer, Developer Experience
$135K - $160K *
Drive the development and optimization of CI/CD pipelines and testing environments, enhancing local workflows and coding tools to ensure efficient, reliable engineering processes that support rapid sc...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of API development, optimizing performance and reliability for a high-traffic platform. Collaborate on critical infrastructure, enhance user experience, and implement robust security me...
6 days ago
$100K - $250K *
Engineer robust infrastructure to enhance our financial ecosystem. Drive automation, scale systems, and ensure high performance for critical trading APIs. Join our small team to make visible contribut...
3 weeks ago
$181K - $265K *
Optimize the technical direction of data and AI platforms, leading cross-team initiatives to enhance financial advisor services. Drive system design, ensure data quality, and mentor engineers while ba...
Reposted today
$203K - $275K *
Pioneer the future of data and AI platforms, leading complex initiatives to enhance financial advisor services. Drive technical direction, build scalable systems, and mentor engineers while ensuring h...
Reposted today
$160K - $230K *
Elevate your career by leading scalable infrastructure for mission-critical platforms across diverse environments. Collaborate closely with senior leaders to ensure security and efficiency in supporti...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Platform Access (L2)
$116K - $171K *
Optimize multi-cloud access control and security tools. Collaborate with teams to design and implement automated solutions, ensuring secure developer workflows across AWS, Azure, and GCP while enhanci...
2 weeks ago
$67K - $108K *
Drive innovation in front-end development using Angular and TypeScript. Collaborate in an Agile team, crafting high-quality, maintainable applications while enhancing user experience and performance t...
4 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Transform healthcare integration by designing and maintaining EMR/EHR systems. Collaborate across teams to build secure, scalable data pipelines and enhance interoperability, driving strategic initiat...
6 days ago
$130K - $155K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of backend systems with impactful infrastructure design, advanced API development, and robust operational processes to ensure scalability and reliability in a dyn...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Optimize backend systems and data processing to ensure reliability and scalability, collaborating with a skilled team to design resilient services. Drive infrastructure enhancements and partner with c...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer - Data Infrastructure
$130K - $155K *
Innovate scalable data infrastructure for machine learning workflows, enhancing collaboration with research and product teams. Focus on developing high-throughput data pipelines while ensuring reliabi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$85K - $170K *
Optimize legacy systems by transforming monolithic Java/.NET services into cloud-native Python microservices. Collaborate with teams to design scalable REST APIs and ensure secure delivery through Dev...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $170K *
Transform legacy enterprise systems by crafting cloud-native Python microservices. Collaborate in Agile teams to build secure, lightweight APIs and streamline deployment in serverless and container en...
3 weeks ago
Sr Staff Software Engineer, AI Innovation
$196K - $291K *
Champion innovation in AI by transforming ambiguous challenges into scalable, secure products. Collaborate across teams to prototype and launch cutting-edge solutions, driving impactful results in rea...
Today
$118K - $177K *
Champion software development for unique underwater systems, collaborating with engineering leads and project managers. Drive the full software lifecycle, ensuring solutions meet operational needs whi...
1 week ago
$118K - $177K *
Shape innovative software solutions for unique underwater systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust design and implementation. Drive the full software lifecycle, from require...
1 week ago
$118K - $177K *
Join a dynamic team to lead software development for unique underwater systems, collaborating with engineering leads and customers. Drive software architecture decisions and ensure project success thr...
1 week ago
Principal Engineer, DNA Platforms
$186K - $285K *
Shape the future of DNA Platforms by defining architecture and engineering strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges, ensuring scalability, security, and engineeri...
1 week 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.