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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$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $210K *

Drive innovation in mapping technology by developing advanced software solutions and implementing GenAI techniques. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and solve comple...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $183K *

Engineer scalable backend solutions for partner integrations, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure timely project delivery and operational stability. Leverage your expertise in distributed syste...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing claims, appointments, and payments posting surfaces. Collaborate in rebuilding high-traffic workflows, integrating AI solutions, and delivering production-ready features...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Build and enhance cloud infrastructure for seamless software development, focusing on automation, reliability, and collaboration across teams. Drive improvements in CI/CD pipelines and optimize platfo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing integration features across modern and legacy systems. You'll design APIs, deliver high-quality integrations, and collaborate with experienced engineers to dr...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Develop innovative financial systems encompassing transactions, ledger accounting, and rewards as the company expands. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance services while leveraging AI tools thro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Shape innovative financial systems from the ground up, driving product development and collaborating across teams to enhance user experience while leveraging AI technology for efficiency and effective...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.