Welcome to API Engineer Jobs

At Ladders, we offer you the best API Engineer job positions that not only offer a high salary, but also immense growth opportunities. Land the perfect job with the help of our professional platform.

What does an API Engineer do?

An API Engineer plays a critical role in software development, creating APIs that allow different software systems to interact. Their work is key to building smooth and efficient digital systems.

What are the qualifications for API Engineer jobs?

A degree in Computer Science or a related field, strong understanding of API protocols and methodologies, and experience with relevant technologies and frameworks are commonly required for API Engineer jobs.

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$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in developing automated system security solutions. Collaborate in projects focused on data management, API development, and process enhancement for streamlined ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate our backend services by developing and maintaining robust APIs that enable innovative customer solutions across diverse sectors. Collaborate with teams to ensure performance, scalability, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $440K *

Champion the development of a scalable API for global model delivery. Own high-throughput systems ensuring low latency and availability while enhancing infrastructure capabilities with Rust or C++. Dr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower Solutions Architects by developing innovative AI tools and workflows that enhance productivity, transform operations, and drive measurable business impact through engineering excellence...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $186K *

Elevate API security by building a robust program that safeguards financial services. Collaborate with engineers to implement runtime protections, automate integration, and analyze telemetry for actio...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $186K *

Join a team that's building a robust API security program, enhancing modern financial services. Collaborate with engineers to protect API ecosystems while embracing automation and data analytics for s...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $186K *

Champion API security by implementing cutting-edge protection technologies and analytics, collaborating with top engineers to enhance security best practices and governance across critical financial s...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Champion the evolution of a high-performance Client Experience Portal, architecting seamless integrations and interactive tools for developers, while enhancing API governance and creating high-quality...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join our team as you design, implement, and maintain scalable API integrations to enhance data exchange and interoperability across healthcare platforms. Collaborate with diverse teams in a cloud-nati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by providing engineering solutions, driving cost savings, and enhancing sales growth as a vital technical resource across various departments and customers...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare integrations. As a senior technical contributor, you'll design, develop, and maintain backend services to connect vital healthcare systems, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing automated backend solutions that enhance system security evaluations and authorizations, driving innovation within our mission to optimize processes and ensure continuous...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by architecting and automating a scalable API platform. Your expertise will enhance reliability, observability, and CI/CD practices, ensuring operational excellen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $110K *

Architect comprehensive API-driven solutions, ensuring seamless integration across multi-platform environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable applications and resolve cri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of military AI by developing robust backend services and APIs for secure, scalable access across mission environments, driving innovation in operationalizing AI and machine learning w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Advance your career by designing and implementing robust backend and API solutions that support critical military data platforms, enhancing access to cutting-edge AI/ML technologies in secure environm...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $245K *

Shape innovative AI safety tools as a Backend Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop reliable, scalable systems that ensure agent safety through effective monitoring and real-t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive your career by developing robust APIs for secure system integration, enhancing data exchange and interoperability. Collaborate with teams and embrace DevSecOps to ensure mission success in a dyn...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining API-driven solutions for complex enterprise applications, ensuring reliable integration across multi-platform environments while delivering high-quality s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Accelerate your career by developing and deploying cutting-edge AI/ML algorithms. Collaborate with a cross-functional team to innovate solutions for complex IP challenges while ensuring quality and ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform data infrastructure by designing scalable ETL pipelines, ensuring quality and governance, and enabling self-serve analytics for various teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Develop and enhance a public API and observability features for autonomous agents, ensuring a seamless developer experience and actionable analytics. This role involves setting API standards and makin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of APIs and observability. You'll design and develop critical APIs, enhance developer experience, and create insightful analytics to empower customers and streaml...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and securing Linux server environments. Leverage your expertise in system administration, AWS, and compliance to enhance our infrastructure and drive operation...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate project success by enhancing system evaluations with automation, ensuring optimal application performance through proactive monitoring and support. Collaborate across teams in a dynamic env...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an API Engineer?question toggle

    An API Engineer is a software professional who designs, builds, and maintains APIs (Application Programming Interfaces). They ensure the smooth interaction between different software systems, making them integral to modern digital infrastructure.

  • What qualifications do I need to be an API Engineer?question toggle

    Most API Engineer roles require a degree in Computer Science or a related field, a solid grasp of API protocols and methodologies, and experience with languages like Java, Python, or C++. A deep understanding of web services and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) is also typically required.

  • Are there many API Engineer jobs available?question toggle

    The demand for API Engineers is growing as more companies undertake digital transformation initiatives. API Engineers are pivotal in this as they enable different software systems to interact seamlessly.

  • How much can I earn as an API Engineer?question toggle

    The salaries for API Engineers can vary greatly depending on experience, location, and the specific needs of the employer. However, on Ladders, all listed API Engineer jobs offer a salary of $100,000 or more.