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.
Software Engineer - Data Platform (R37)
$105K - $202K *
Engineer robust data platforms by designing scalable pipelines and APIs that support AI-driven healthcare applications, ensuring high performance, security, and operational excellence in a collaborati...
1 week ago
Software Engineer - Observability
$110K - $130K *
Tackle the challenge of building cutting-edge observability tools to enhance system reliability. Join a talented team and significantly impact operational excellence while shaping performance insights...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer - Observability
$135K - $160K *
Drive the evolution of observability infrastructure by designing scalable telemetry pipelines and integrating innovative tools for enhanced reliability in a complex multi-cloud environment that direct...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer - Observability
$135K - $160K *
Shape the future of observability solutions by designing and building scalable telemetry pipelines, enhancing internal and external customer experiences, and driving reliability across complex multi-c...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer - Observability
$100K - $120K *
Architect robust observability solutions that enhance performance and reliability. As part of a dynamic team, you will build data pipelines and improve systems architecture within a multi-cloud enviro...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Backend Engineer, Consumer Devices
$150K - $180K *
Drive the design and development of scalable backend systems and APIs, ensuring robust performance and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient solutions that support prod...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Drive ambitious engineering initiatives by building scalable backend systems that support high performance and rapid development, ensuring robust monitoring and maintenance in a fast-paced startup env...
3 weeks ago
$98K - $120K *
Shape innovative solutions as you lead technical interactions, develop custom kits, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs in medium voltage applications...
1 week ago
$124K - $155K *
Innovate in AI-driven software development by leveraging coding agents to create applications. Collaborate with teams to solve customer problems, focusing on rapid delivery and robust solutions that m...
3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer (Institutional, Financing)
$207K - $218K *
Unlock potential by designing and scaling backend systems for high-value financing operations, ensuring safety and reliability while driving revenue and trading activity in a dynamic financial environ...
2 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Full Stack - Applications
$120K - $165K *
Help us build intuitive, high-performance tools for AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack solutions in a fast-paced, innovative...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $135K *
Drive technical leadership and innovation within a collaborative product team, guiding engineering practices and enhancing software quality while ensuring alignment with customer needs and operational...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Optimize healthcare technology by resolving bugs and ensuring system stability. Collaborate with a dynamic R&D team to support monthly upgrades and perform quality assurance, driving continuous deploy...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$122K - $240K *
Drive the design and implementation of AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable data pipelines and LLM applications, ensuring quality and gover...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Execute innovative AI solutions by designing and building data pipelines, features, and LLM applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable AI products...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Empower innovation by designing and delivering AI solutions that enhance Human Capital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable, secure, and reliable AI systems, ensuring qu...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of Human Capital by building innovative AI solutions. Collaborate with experts to design and implement scalable, secure AI systems that enhance HR experiences and...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Unlock the potential of AI by designing and delivering scalable solutions that power Human Capital analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build secure, reliable data pipelines and LLM a...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Unlock potential by designing and delivering innovative AI solutions that enhance Human Capital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build secure, scalable systems that leverage advanc...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Deliver innovative AI solutions by designing and building scalable data and feature layers for Human Capital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationalize LLM capabilities and en...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Transform the future of Human Capital by designing and delivering AI solutions that enhance data governance, model training, and real-time inference, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensur...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Lead the charge in building and operating AI solutions that enhance Human Capital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable AI capabilities, ensuring...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Drive the development of AI solutions by designing and operationalizing data and features for Human Capital AI products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, scalable, and reliabl...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Architect scalable AI solutions by designing and implementing data pipelines, LLM applications, and governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable, and effi...
5 days ago
$122K - $240K *
Champion the future of AI by designing and delivering scalable, secure solutions that power Human Capital analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationalize LLM capabilities and ensu...
5 days ago
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.