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.
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative ad rendering systems that enhance user experiences. Collaborate across the technical stack to create scalable, efficient ad formats and ensure high standards o...
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$120K - $150K *
Innovate as you guide Fortune 500 clients in leveraging AI solutions. Collaborate with sales teams, deliver dynamic presentations, and serve as trusted technical advisor to modernize legacy systems an...
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Software Engineer - Observability
$142K - $190K *
Unlock the potential of observability by designing scalable systems that enhance reliability and operational excellence across distributed infrastructures, collaborating with cross-functional teams to...
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$136K - $253K *
Transform your career by designing and maintaining a robust data platform that processes large-scale legal and financial document data. Collaborate across teams to build scalable backend services and...
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$136K - $253K *
Transform the landscape of legal and financial data by designing and maintaining robust data platforms. Enhance data processing and infrastructure, ensuring scalability, compliance, and efficiency in...
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Senior Software Engineer, Data Services
$150K - $180K *
Elevate data accessibility by building robust blockchain ingestion and API systems. Own backend projects to ensure data accuracy, freshness, and performance while collaborating with cross-functional t...
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Senior Software Engineer, Data Services
$130K - $160K *
Lead the development of robust blockchain data systems, enhancing performance and reliability. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions that improve data quality and user experience while...
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$120K - $145K *
Join our core team to design and implement end-to-end automated research systems, focusing on scalable and secure infrastructure, while driving enterprise deployment compliance and contributing to pro...
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Senior Software Engineer (Institutional, Settlements & Transfers)
$207K - $218K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of financial systems by owning backend services for secure fund movement across fiat and crypto. Drive technical direction, mentor engineers, and enhance system r...
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$183K - $229K *
Engage with teams to identify and build AI solutions that enhance workflows. This role combines engineering and business acumen to create impactful, scalable systems, ensuring measurable improvements...
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$110K - $130K *
Champion innovative software solutions by leading enterprise architecture and development. Drive modernization and secure delivery across complex environments while mentoring teams to achieve high-per...
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Engage in a dynamic role supporting the commercialization of advanced deposition technologies by assisting in engineering design, customer support, and process validation, while fostering collaboratio...
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$144K - $180K *
Advance your career by joining a dynamic engineering team to design and enhance scalable software platforms, collaborating across functions to drive innovation and efficiency in core product developme...
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Sr Software Engineer (Backend)
$140K - $165K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead the design and development of complex software systems. Drive technical direction, mentor peers, and ensure high-quality, scalable solutions that align with business go...
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Software Engineer III , Caching
$165K - $206K *
Unlock potential by designing next-gen caching solutions for high-scale, performance-critical services. Join a dynamic team addressing complex challenges while enhancing system reliability and efficie...
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Staff Backend Engineer, Agentic AI
$150K - $180K *
Discover your potential by designing scalable, resilient systems in a dynamic fintech environment. Collaborate with engineers to build data-rich intelligent finance solutions, enhancing the way busine...
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Platform Engineering Manager - DataLake
$176K - $220K *
Transform the future of healthcare by leading a dynamic engineering team to build scalable platforms. Tackle complex challenges in data management and drive innovation in a fast-paced environment, ens...
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$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in developing and maintaining robust integration architectures across diverse data sources, ensuring seamless connectivity and reliability for supply chain operations while enhancing s...
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$108K - $130K *
Support the design and direction of Azure CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code, driving architectural decisions and enhancing team capabilities while fostering collaboration between DevOps and application...
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Senior Software Engineer, Rust
$130K - $155K *
Empower innovation as a Senior Software Engineer, driving technical direction and architecture for mission-critical services. Leverage Rust and DevOps practices to enhance AI applications in national...
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Senior Software Engineer, Rust
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in developing mission-critical software solutions, leveraging Rust and AI tools. Collaborate with a dynamic team to architect and implement robust systems, ensuring high performance an...
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Enterprise Application Developer
$95K - $115K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to design and enhance technology solutions that streamline operations and drive efficiency across the organization. Make a tangible impact as the first dedicated dev...
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$90K - $100K *
Contribute to the development of Azure-based data pipelines, transforming and integrating data for enterprise reporting. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality and optimize solutions, enhancing...
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$125K - $140K *
Optimize user experiences by crafting seamless flows, building APIs, and integrating third-party software. Collaborate with teams to design robust systems and deliver elegant solutions while ensuring...
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$95K - $119K *
Explore innovative solutions in application engineering, supporting global distribution channels by preparing technical proposals and quotations for centrifugal pumps. Collaborate across departments t...
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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.