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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$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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock software innovation by modernizing applications and ETL processes for Sales & Marketing, enhancing code quality and system integrations. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver reliabl...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of missile defense by analyzing data and developing algorithms within an Agile team. Collaborate on innovative solutions to enhance Space Domain Awareness and predict ballistic missil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to enhance our software capabilities by developing full-stack solutions. Collaborate with engineers to implement features, fix bugs, and support deployment while utilizing best practic...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$171K - $190K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining automated compliance and risk systems, collaborating across teams to ensure security standards and streamline audit processes while enhancing system resil...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data management and governance through analysis, stakeholder engagement, and AI integration. Collaborate with teams to enhance data processes and deliver actionable insights in a dynamic envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Join our dynamic team as you design and build scalable software solutions for healthcare, addressing complex challenges and enhancing patient experiences with autonomy and innovation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of cloud solutions design and deployment, leading a skilled team to enhance software efficiency and quality while mentoring developers for career growth in a fast-paced Agile environmen...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate the development of innovative digital care solutions for GI health. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and launch a new product, enhancing user experience through cut...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining MEP design by developing impactful, user-driven features. Collaborate with customers, engineer innovative solutions, and take ownership of the entire development process...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by deploying open source models on GPUs, creating examples for developers, and engaging with the community through technical content, all while driving improvements back to our engine...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of AI by deploying and fine-tuning open source models, building public examples, and engaging with the developer community to enhance our technology and feedback loops...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Build and scale high-impact full-stack applications, driving technical direction while collaborating cross-functionally. Shape architecture, mentor engineers, and enhance user experience through innov...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that transforms cloud infrastructure and deployment systems. Leverage AWS technologies, automate processes, and enhance system reliability while collaborating with engineering teams to opt...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $220K *

Grow your career with us as you design and manage innovative platform solutions, ensuring system performance and security while mentoring a talented team in a collaborative environment focused on tack...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform data ecosystems by owning the end-to-end management of external government data, enhancing proprietary intelligence through innovative systems and AI integration across diverse platforms and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Create seamless user experiences by developing robust APIs and integrating third-party software. Collaborate with teams to design systems that prioritize performance and maintainability while tackling...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $175K *

Shape the future of the Ontology Platform by driving data engineering initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, and managing onboarding processes for new data source...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $166K *

Architect complex software solutions and maintain relationships with stakeholders to develop large-scale enterprise systems in the Healthcare sector, utilizing .NET and modern JavaScript frameworks fo...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in engineering direction and team development, enhancing user onboarding experiences through collaboration with Product and Design while ensuring high standards and operational health...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.