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.
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Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI innovation, designing and delivering scalable solutions for Human Capital AI products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationalize data and enh...
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Build and operationalize AI solutions by designing secure, scalable data pipelines and features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, governed datasets for machine learning and...
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Empower AI innovation by designing and delivering scalable, secure solutions for Human Capital AI products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationalize data and features, ensuring high-q...
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Lead the charge in designing and delivering AI solutions that enhance Human Capital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable, secure, and efficient data pipelines and LLM ap...
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Reimagine the future of Human Capital by designing and delivering AI solutions that enhance HR experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable, secure, and efficient AI systems...
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Join a dynamic team to design and implement AI solutions, enhancing Human Capital products through innovative data and model integration. Collaborate across functions to deliver secure, scalable, and...
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Drive innovation in ICT design by contributing technical expertise to complex projects. Collaborate with senior engineers, manage deliverables, and mentor junior staff while ensuring quality and compl...
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Transform technical projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams to create innovative features and drive business growth, while fostering engineering excellence and enhancing product quality...
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Software Engineer II - Android
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Innovate cutting-edge solutions by bridging software engineering and autonomous vehicle insights. Drive technical projects, enhance platform features, and elevate engineering standards to foster colla...
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Staff/Principal Backend Software Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in architecting robust backend systems that transform real-time operational data into critical capabilities. Collaborate across teams to ensure performance, security, and reliability i...
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Staff/Principal Backend Software Engineer
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Inspire innovation by architecting and developing scalable backend systems that enhance operational capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver fast, secure solutions while promot...
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$110K - $120K *
Accelerate data-driven insights by leading data cleansing and analytics efforts for federal financial management. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful reporting and automation solutions...
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Help us optimize data processes and analytics for federal financial management, transforming raw data into actionable insights while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance reporting and automation...
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Contribute to the development of innovative software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage, design, and deploy scalable distributed services in dynamic production environments...
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Transform manufacturing excellence by ensuring quality standards meet and exceed expectations. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement, resolve quality issues, and enhance processes i...
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Support quality assurance initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product standards and drive continuous improvement within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Engage dire...
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Staff Software Engineer, Konnect Core Platform
$150K - $180K *
Architect cutting-edge multi-tenant identity platforms with advanced security and scalability, driving innovation in authentication and compliance across diverse organizational hierarchies. Lead initi...
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$110K - $120K *
Unlock business growth by leading data-driven initiatives, maintaining data flow, and building scalable models. Collaborate across teams to inform decisions and drive insights in a dynamic environment...
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Join our team to advance full-stack development, shaping innovative features and systems that drive impact in technology and customer experience in the dynamic CPG industry...
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Join a team that's transforming counter transactions through innovative software solutions. Lead the design and delivery of critical platform components, ensuring seamless integration and high perform...
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Software Engineer - Backend Platforms, Assistant Vice President (Wealth Custody & Clearing)
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Lead the charge in developing robust software solutions for a dynamic wealth custody platform. Collaborate across teams to enhance backend services, APIs, and integrations, ensuring high performance a...
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Software Engineer - Backend Platforms, Assistant Vice President (Wealth Custody & Clearing)
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Unlock potential by designing and developing scalable software solutions for a modern wealth custody and clearing platform, ensuring high performance, security, and operational excellence across diver...
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$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by designing and developing innovative software solutions. Engage with customers, collaborate with teams, and optimize applications while utilizing cutting-edge technologies in a dyna...
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Contribute to innovative automotive software solutions by leveraging expertise in embedded systems, cloud technologies, and API design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance vehicle integ...
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Senior Software Engineer - Backend
$155K - $175K *
Transform customer experience by designing and delivering robust APIs and backend services. Own production features end-to-end, ensuring reliability and quality while collaborating with cross-function...
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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.