Explore API Engineer Jobs

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.

What Does an API Engineer Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications for API Engineering

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 Engineer Career Opportunities

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.

Find API Engineer Jobs Paying $100K or More

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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$138K - $165K *

Empower our multi-cloud infrastructure by designing, building, and operating the network backbone. You'll lead architectural decisions and ensure seamless connectivity across diverse environments whil...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of the multi-cloud network infrastructure, designing and operating end-to-end solutions that empower engineering teams. Drive innovation in networking, security, and observability while...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $159K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Data Engineer, driving enterprise data solutions through innovative pipeline design and management. Collaborate on a cutting-edge data lake architecture, enhancing data...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$139K - $159K *

Engineer scalable data pipelines and transform enterprise data in a dynamic team. Lead the design and operation of a robust data lake architecture, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for optima...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$139K - $159K *

Transform data engineering by designing and operating scalable pipelines for enterprise data lakes, ensuring data integrity and accessibility while collaborating with a dynamic team dedicated to clien...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$139K - $159K *

Empower our team by designing and operating scalable data pipelines, enhancing our enterprise data lake with innovative solutions. Collaborate with experts to drive data transformation and ensure high...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$144K - $180K *

Pioneer the development of AI-driven applications, leveraging coding agents to automate tasks and deliver robust solutions. Collaborate with teams to translate customer needs into effective products...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $151K *

Empower operational excellence by supporting the start-up and optimization of a new API manufacturing facility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $145K *

Engage in the development of secure, high-quality software solutions that enhance healthcare data applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovation and operational efficiency while ensu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $153K *

Join us to enhance cloud systems by debugging, developing, and optimizing backend solutions. Collaborate with peers to ensure high performance and scalability while contributing to documentation and d...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate as a Full Stack Engineer, shaping impactful products in a dynamic space. Collaborate across teams to drive reliable solutions, utilizing AI tools for efficiency while fostering a culture of l...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining AI and Infrastructure, driving innovation and delivering scalable solutions. Leverage your technical expertise to manage projects, enhance software, and empower users glo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data integration by leading a skilled group of engineers. Drive successful implementations across partner campuses while fostering a culture of excellence and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and take ownership of projects to enhance user experiences through collaboration with developers and designers. Build scalable systems for real-time data while embracing new technologies and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's building AI-native healthcare solutions. Shape scalable systems, enhance patient experiences, and drive innovation in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate closely with leadership t...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Drive system reliability and user satisfaction by supporting complex applications, diagnosing issues, and collaborating across teams to enhance processes and improve technical systems in a dynamic inv...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Shape robust developer-facing SDKs while owning the product lifecycle. Collaborate across teams to create innovative AI-powered automation workflows, ensuring a seamless developer experience and high...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Create innovative systems for the go-to-market team, enhancing revenue through production code. Collaborate closely with leadership, leveraging engineering skills to solve complex revenue challenges a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $225K *

Drive the evolution of our funding and disbursement systems, enhancing global network capabilities. Collaborate across departments to deliver efficient, scalable software solutions while leveraging AI...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $225K *

Invent the future of global payments by leading integrations for our pay-in and pay-out networks. Collaborate across teams, leverage AI for development, and ensure operational excellence in a dynamic...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$192K - $252K *

Unlock your potential as you lead the design and development of innovative claims and payment processing systems, driving efficiency and accuracy through scalable solutions and AI integration in a col...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Engineer innovative solutions for complex financial data systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data connectivity and drive impactful decision-making in mission-critical environme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $210K *

Champion the design and development of scalable AI/ML-powered search services, leveraging cloud technologies and microservices to drive innovation and efficiency in data processing and storage solutio...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building innovative software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to craft exceptional user experiences. Drive performance enhancements and scale production systems...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by joining a collaborative team of engineers focused on building scalable software solutions and creating impactful user experiences using cutting-edge technologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an API engineer?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.