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.
$140K - $160K *
Help us enhance our Core Banking System by designing scalable backend services using Go and CockroachDB. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and reliability in a hybrid wor...
1 week ago
$82K - $147K *
Engage in user-focused design and development as you advocate for positive experiences across UI, CLI, and API. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, resolve issues, and contribute to a cultu...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming business needs into actionable requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders and technology teams to enhance enterprise data and application initiatives, ens...
2 weeks ago
Software Engineer III, Media Delivery
$169K - $211K *
Elevate your career by designing and operating robust streaming systems for global audiences. Drive automation, enhance security, and optimize performance to deliver exceptional streaming experiences...
3 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Inspire a new wave of innovation by leading design and engineering efforts for scalable solutions in wealth management, blending AI with user experience while partnering with a dynamic team to drive i...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Transform your career by building innovative solutions that impact thousands. Collaborate closely with clients and cross-functional teams to establish architecture and product strategy, while leveragi...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Drive innovative solutions as a founding engineer, creating scalable products for a diverse client base. Collaborate broadly, establish engineering principles, and leverage AI to redefine wealth manag...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Redefine innovation by creating and scaling AI-driven solutions in wealth management, shaping foundational architecture and experiences that impact thousands of clients. Collaborate across teams to dr...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Develop and launch innovative, scalable solutions in wealth management, focusing on architecture and user experience. Collaborate autonomously to drive foundational engineering and product strategy, i...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Join a dynamic Innovation team to build scalable solutions in AI for financial services. Lead architectural decisions, collaborate with clients, and drive product strategy while shaping impactful user...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Lead the charge in innovation by developing scalable AI solutions that enhance client experiences. Collaborate with diverse teams to establish foundational architecture and deliver impactful products...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Take ownership of innovative solutions, driving the architecture and product strategy for an agile team focused on cutting-edge AI applications in wealth management, impacting thousands of clients at...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Join a team that's redefining the wealth management landscape through innovative AI solutions. As a founding engineer, you'll drive product development, shaping architecture and systems for thousands...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Transform the future of financial services by building AI-driven products that scale effectively. Collaborate closely with teams and clients to define architecture and solutions, driving the product v...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Innovate and architect cutting-edge AI solutions for wealth management at scale. Lead product development while collaborating with clients and teams, impacting strategic decisions and enhancing client...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Shape innovative solutions as a founding engineer, building scalable products and establishing foundational engineering principles in a dynamic, autonomous environment, while leveraging cutting-edge A...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Elevate your engineering career by shaping innovative solutions for a high-impact platform, collaborating with stakeholders to build at the forefront of applied AI, and establishing critical architect...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Architect innovative solutions from the ground up, engaging deeply with clients to create scalable products in a dynamic, AI-driven environment. Lead foundational design and engineering decisions to s...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Join us to build innovative AI-driven solutions that reshape the wealth management landscape. As a founding engineer, you'll shape architecture and product strategy, delivering impactful results for o...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Champion innovative engineering solutions, driving architecture and product decisions while building cutting-edge applications to enhance wealth management experiences for clients on a large scale...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Join a team that's pioneering the future of financial innovations. As a founding engineer, you'll shape architecture and design solutions to enhance user experiences, driving impactful growth while co...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $290K *
Invent groundbreaking solutions as a key member of the Innovation team. Engage in high-impact projects, drive product strategy, and collaborate across functions to deliver sophisticated AI application...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading the development of robust enterprise applications, focused on Java and Spring Framework, while driving agile methodologies and fostering innovative solutions in a collabora...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Engineer innovative cloud-based software solutions while collaborating closely with teams to enhance user experiences and drive technical direction. Lead complex projects and mentor junior developers...
3 days ago
Software Engineer 4 - AI Native
$88K - $180K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI-native software development. Drive engineering excellence by orchestrating autonomous agents and maintaining high-quality standards in a FedRAMP-authorized e...
3 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.