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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$125K - $145K *

Join our team to drive the development and operation of features that enhance educators' capabilities for managing English Learner programs, working full-stack from design through deployment and beyon...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building impactful software features that enhance educators' management of English Learner programs, taking ownership from design to operation in a full-stack environment utilizing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise AI capabilities by designing and optimizing Kubernetes platforms. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance performance and security while managing Infrastructure as Cod...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's focused on designing and implementing robust infrastructure, ensuring platform stability, and mentoring fellow engineers while collaborating with AI experts to create innovative sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Drive cloud solutions by leading a team that enhances software delivery, automation, and best practices, ensuring efficiency and quality for multiple projects while mentoring developers and optimizing...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $210K *

Optimize large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems, integrating generative AI tools to enhance workflows. Collaborate with engineers to build reliable, scalable solutions that impact billions...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team supporting cloud applications in Azure. Leverage your expertise in web and application administration to enhance infrastructure, ensure security, and collaborate o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $125K *

Develop high-volume data processing solutions to empower teams in extracting actionable insights from vast datasets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams using state-of-the-art technologies to enha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $125K *

Engage in high-volume data processing projects using cutting-edge technologies to empower data scientists and analysts in deriving insights from vast data sets. Collaborate effectively to enhance data...

Denver, CORemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$60K - $180K *

Unlock potential by designing AI solutions that enhance audit readiness and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative applications, automate processes, and ensure adherence to fe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $180K *

Explore a dynamic role in AI engineering, focusing on developing innovative solutions for compliance and audit readiness. Collaborate with government stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity oversight th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $187K *

Champion the development and maintenance of enterprise-grade identity governance solutions, collaborating across teams to deliver secure, scalable features that enhance user experience and meet comple...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $227K *

Drive the development and maintenance of enterprise-scale access governance solutions. Collaborate across teams to architect reliable and secure features that support millions of users, enhancing the...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $202K *

Deliver scalable, high-quality software solutions as a Senior Engineer, overseeing feature development from design to deployment and ensuring robust system architecture for enterprise customers. Colla...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and securing scalable Kubernetes infrastructure, collaborating with teams to enhance platform reliability and security for AI workloads while mentoring junior engineers a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $159K *

Lead the charge in data engineering, collaborating to enhance analytics solutions and optimize data delivery processes, while ensuring compliance with governance and security standards across MD Ander...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative thermal management solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to support sales and manufacturing, ensuring customer satisfaction through custo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$405K - $485K *

Explore a pivotal role in enhancing developer experience by building tools that empower engineers to ship code efficiently. Collaborate with teams to solve complex challenges and drive innovation in a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$405K - $485K *

Lead the development of innovative tools that enhance developer experience, enabling faster code delivery and improved trust in changes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify friction po...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

The Staff Software Engineer at Chestnut will lead the design and implementation of critical systems for an AI-native operating system in the insurance industry. This role involves making architectural...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

The Staff Software Engineer at Chestnut will lead the design and implementation of critical systems for an AI-native operating system in the insurance industry. This role involves making architectural...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform business processes by designing and deploying AI applications that enhance decision-making and automate workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn data into actionable insigh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive the development and enhancement of complex software systems, ensuring high performance and adherence to design requirements. Collaborate with teams to solve challenges in processing-intensive an...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Elevate software development by creating and enhancing complex systems, ensuring adherence to design requirements while resolving issues and optimizing performance through innovative solutions and met...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Elevate your career by designing and optimizing high-performance distributed systems. Join a dynamic team to enhance database infrastructure, tackle complex challenges, and drive innovative solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.