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.
$122K - $240K *
Lead the charge in designing and delivering AI solutions that power Human Capital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable, secure, and reliable data pipelines and LLM appli...
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$152K - $205K *
Champion the development of scalable blockchain systems and APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance payment solutions while troubleshooting issues and ensuring high-quality code deliv...
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$108K - $135K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of ride-sharing technology by developing innovative features that enhance user experience and ensure compliance with local regulations. Collaborate with cross-func...
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Backend Engineer, Payments & Risk
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of financial technology by building robust APIs and systems that manage global money movement. Collaborate across functions to deliver innovative solutions and en...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the design and delivery of scalable banking features, ensuring reliability and security in real-time money movement. Mentor engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-qu...
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Drive innovation as you tackle complex challenges in financial data management. Collaborate with a dynamic team to build cutting-edge solutions that enhance insurance workflows and ensure real-world i...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the design and development of secure, scalable RESTful APIs and modern web applications, driving microservices solutions for healthcare platforms while ensuring compliance with industry standards...
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$69K - $107K *
Champion client success by leveraging technical expertise to enhance platform value, optimize workflows, and drive measurable outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative so...
2 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Agent - Financial Services
$120K - $145K *
Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and deploy production-grade AI agents that transform industries. Take ownership of the entire Agent Development Life Cycle, collaborating with leading enterpris...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Agent - Financial Services
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by designing and deploying scalable AI agents that enhance customer experiences across diverse industries. Collaborate with enterprises and startups to revolutionize their operat...
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Software Engineer, Agent - Financial Services
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of AI by designing high-performing agents that drive revenue growth. Lead the development lifecycle from pilot to deployment, collaborating with enterprises and startups to meet their...
3 weeks ago
Enterprise - Application Engineer - Monitor, Watchfloor, Linux
$195K - $215K *
Drive software tool design and implementation for reuse and domain analysis, enhancing efficiency through advanced automation and monitoring techniques in a dynamic support environment...
Reposted 6 days ago
Enterprise - Application Engineer - Monitor, Watchfloor, Linux
$195K - $215K *
Transform your career by designing innovative software tools and managing development processes. Lead initiatives for automation and continuous monitoring while leveraging technical expertise across m...
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Software Engineer (Hybrid) - 29025
$95K - $135K *
Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative software solutions using Java, modern frameworks, and AI technologies. Collaborate with talented engineers to deliver high-quality products in a fa...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Software Engineer, Legal — CoCounsel Forward Deployed Engineering
$94K - $176K *
Explore the intersection of law and technology by developing cutting-edge AI solutions for legal professionals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform customer requirements into scalable...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Software Engineer, Legal — CoCounsel Forward Deployed Engineering
$109K - $203K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of legal AI solutions, designing and deploying innovative software for law firms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful, production-ready sys...
1 week ago
$75K - $90K *
Join us to analyze and enhance Medicaid systems, ensuring effective integration and modernization while collaborating across teams to deliver business value and process improvements in an agile enviro...
4 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of our platform by designing and building core backend systems, emphasizing performance and reliability. Collaborate on innovative tools while mentoring engineers and addressing compl...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer 4/5 - Data and Feature Infrastructure, AI Platform
$466K - $500K+*
Elevate your career by building a cutting-edge ML data platform that enhances productivity for ML practitioners. Collaborate with experts to create innovative solutions for feature computation and sha...
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Frontend Software Engineer, ChatGPT Space
$135K - $160K *
Transform collaboration by building high-performance UIs that enhance user interaction with AI. Partner with design to create intuitive experiences, ensuring seamless workflows and shared context in a...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Drive the design and implementation of scalable serverless backend systems using AWS and Python, ensuring reliability and performance for critical healthcare workflows, while collaborating across team...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$88K - $117K *
Unlock potential by building robust data models and pipelines that transform raw data into actionable insights, ensuring high-quality analytics for decision-making across the organization...
1 week ago
$88K - $117K *
Unlock potential by transforming raw data into impactful insights. Build robust data models and pipelines to enhance decision-making processes across departments. Collaborate effectively to ensure dat...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $150K *
Lead the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines, enhancing data quality and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and optimize our data plat...
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Product Manager, File and Remit
$130K - $155K *
Join a team that's redefining tax compliance by building a scalable filing platform and remittance infrastructure. Drive automation and innovation to simplify global tax processes for businesses world...
2 weeks 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.