Welcome to API Engineer Jobs

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What does an API Engineer do?

An API Engineer plays a critical role in software development, creating APIs that allow different software systems to interact. Their work is key to building smooth and efficient digital systems.

What are the qualifications for API Engineer jobs?

A degree in Computer Science or a related field, strong understanding of API protocols and methodologies, and experience with relevant technologies and frameworks are commonly required for API Engineer jobs.

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$148K - $237K *

Engage in dynamic software development to create impactful solutions for law enforcement. Lead diverse projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams in crafting innovative, cloud-based syst...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $145K *

Optimize architecture decisions to build scalable, cloud-based solutions that enhance performance and availability. Collaborate across teams, mentor engineers, and innovate to tackle customer challeng...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $119K *

Elevate data engineering capabilities by designing and optimizing scalable data solutions. Drive technical leadership while enhancing cloud-based analytics systems and maintaining key production data...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$325K - $485K *

Transform legal technology by developing scalable systems for contract analysis, data orchestration, and accurate retrieval, all while collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance productivity for i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of enhancing a high-performance ads delivery platform. Collaborate with a team to design and implement new features, maintain existing systems, and research new technologies for efficie...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $211K *

Explore exciting opportunities as you develop and enhance innovative software solutions that empower customers with AI capabilities, ensuring reliability and efficiency at an unparalleled scale...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of military AI integration by engineering secure, scalable connector patterns that enhance operational data flow across all classification levels in a critical defense initiative...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise applications through robust Java development, UI modifications, and data updates. Collaborate across teams to deliver secure RESTful services and expertly maint...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $440K *

Drive exceptional developer experiences by building integrated solutions and tools, enhancing API usability, and collaborating directly with Enterprise customers to foster engagement and adoption in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $440K *

Drive exceptional developer experiences by building, enhancing, and supporting API solutions for B2B and B2C partners, while engaging deeply with clients to shape accessible and powerful developer too...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $197K *

Explore an exciting opportunity to develop and enhance complex software systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, debug software, and deliver high-performance solutions...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $144K *

Take ownership of the administration and performance of enterprise Tableau environments. Collaborate with analytics and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable, secure, and scalable data visualization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $144K *

Manage and optimize Tableau environments across on-prem and cloud platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a secure, high-performing data visualization experience for users...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the rollout of innovative hardware/software products by coordinating cross-functional teams. Drive agile development cycles, maintain quality standards, and ensure scalability of solutions to enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $168K *

Elevate our financial analytics capabilities by developing and enhancing robust back-end systems that leverage high-performance data processing and scalable computation technologies across distributed...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Join a transformative team in building robust AI platforms to ensure safe, scalable use of agentic AI across the company, enhancing productivity through durable infrastructure and effective governance...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a leading applied AI firm to architect and enhance backend systems, driving platform performance and innovation. Take ownership of solutions from architecture to implementation, collaborating acr...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $234K *

Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop large-scale web applications using JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python, while deploying robust infrastructures and CI/CD pipelines in cloud environments. Enga...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Make your mark at the forefront of cloud-native database engineering. You'll design, develop, and manage cutting-edge data architecture across various platforms, driving performance and efficiency in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate software development by capturing user needs, designing solutions, and ensuring optimal performance through testing and documentation. Drive progressive enhancements and support system inte...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $172K *

Join as a Senior Software Engineer to lead backend service development for consumer-facing Sportsbook and Casino experiences. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver scalable solutions and enhance s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Engineer robust data architecture and ETL pipelines to power scalable analytics and AI at pilot scale, shaping the foundation for future growth and impacting operations. Collaborate cross-functionally...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $320K *

Lead a specialized team in developer observability, transforming raw data into actionable insights. Foster a product-centric culture while ensuring reliability and performance in high-scale systems wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $170K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and reliability to power AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data accessibilit...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Seek to empower strategic customers by ensuring seamless integration of innovative solutions. In this role, you'll drive the implementation process, manage multiple projects, and foster successful par...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an API Engineer?question toggle

    An API Engineer is a software professional who designs, builds, and maintains APIs (Application Programming Interfaces). They ensure the smooth interaction between different software systems, making them integral to modern digital infrastructure.

  • What qualifications do I need to be an API Engineer?question toggle

    Most API Engineer roles require a degree in Computer Science or a related field, a solid grasp of API protocols and methodologies, and experience with languages like Java, Python, or C++. A deep understanding of web services and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) is also typically required.

  • Are there many API Engineer jobs available?question toggle

    The demand for API Engineers is growing as more companies undertake digital transformation initiatives. API Engineers are pivotal in this as they enable different software systems to interact seamlessly.

  • How much can I earn as an API Engineer?question toggle

    The salaries for API Engineers can vary greatly depending on experience, location, and the specific needs of the employer. However, on Ladders, all listed API Engineer jobs offer a salary of $100,000 or more.