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.
$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to deliver expert guidance on software for safety-critical systems. Collaborate with development and sales teams, providing training and solutions to enhance product integration and cu...
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$90K - $110K *
Lead impactful integration projects by partnering with consultants to design and implement tailored solutions. Utilize deep technical expertise to enhance client success through seamless data integrat...
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$140K - $170K *
Champion innovation as a Senior Fullstack Engineer, owning product areas from design to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features and uphold strong engineering prac...
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$180K - $225K *
Lead the charge in building a robust data foundation for a global card initiative, ensuring data quality and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to turn business needs into act...
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$150K - $180K *
Lead a skilled team in architecting scalable backend systems and APIs, driving innovation, and enhancing infrastructure for growth. Collaborate across functions to deliver robust, secure, and high-qua...
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Principal Engineer - AI Platform
$145K - $175K *
Unlock your potential by designing and maintaining robust AI platforms. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance the efficiency and performance of machine learning solutions and leverage cutting-edge...
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Software Engineer, Developer & Research Platform
$130K - $155K *
Transform engineering and research by building tools that enhance development, testing, and deployment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create efficient environments and a robust research platform...
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$127K - $220K *
Empower innovation by designing and scaling AI solutions that enhance customer experiences and optimize workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the development and deployment of cu...
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Sr. Software Engineer - Backend
$184K - $211K *
Architect high-quality software solutions, leading complex projects and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring efficient, scalable, and secure development practices across distributed systems...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing robust ML infrastructure and scalable applications, driving solutions for large-scale challenges while ensuring high-quality software design and functionality in a fast-p...
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$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's dedicated to building robust and innovative data capabilities. You will design and maintain pipelines, improve data integrity, and collaborate across teams to enhance insights and s...
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$110K - $130K *
Engineer and enhance future payment solutions by developing robust APIs. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, scalable integrations, driving the complete softwa...
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$136K - $160K *
Elevate operations through AI-driven automation to enhance incident management, streamline ticket resolution, and optimize service health with self-healing observability, all while collaborating acros...
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Software Engineer, Pricing Lifecycle- San Francisco HQ
$140K - $170K *
Engage in building critical software foundations, enhancing product features, and collaborating closely with customers to create a reliable, user-centric billing experience while advancing your techni...
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Senior Software Engineer, Globalization
$180K - $225K *
Champion the development of internationalization tools and processes, ensuring seamless localization for millions of users. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product accessibility acr...
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Senior Software Engineer- Rust / C++
$94K - $176K *
Drive innovation in document processing by leading high-impact projects, shaping architecture, and optimizing performance in a queue-driven pipeline. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI products an...
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$120K - $145K *
Innovate integration solutions by leveraging extensive Workato expertise. Take ownership of building complex recipes and connectors while mentoring junior team members. Enhance client relationships th...
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$190K - $285K *
Drive the development and management of automated systems for data center networks, ensuring compliance and reliability while mentoring junior engineers and overseeing project management in a dynamic...
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Backend Engineer, Client Portal
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in architecting innovative software integrations, enhancing user experiences, and driving growth opportunities. Collaborate with a talented team to tackle user needs and revolutionize...
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$100K - $120K *
Drive CI/CD systems and cloud infrastructure, utilizing Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code. Collaborate with development teams to establish standards and provide tools that enhance efficiency and p...
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Software Engineer, Distributed Systems
$135K - $160K *
Contribute to designing and building systems for executing queries at scale. Collaborate with engineers and product teams to influence architecture and innovate on data infrastructure, enabling fast a...
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$90K - $110K *
Join our cybersecurity team to design and develop secure RESTful APIs using C#/.NET. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our endpoint protection platform while writing maintainable code...
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Senior Software Engineer - API & Integration Lead
$150K - $170K *
Champion your coding expertise to lead the development of a pivotal integration platform, guiding integrations and migration strategies while mentoring fellow engineers. Collaborate closely across tea...
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$140K - $193K *
Shape the future of manufacturing by bridging customer needs with engineering solutions, conducting feasibility analysis, and collaborating closely with sales to deliver tailored proposals and documen...
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AI Infrastructure Engineer, pAGI
$150K - $180K *
Innovate by enhancing large-scale AI training infrastructure, optimizing performance, and streamlining workflows. Collaborate with teams to build reliable systems that accelerate research and improve...
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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.