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...

1 week 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...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $225K *

Transform customer experiences by designing and building scalable solutions with top-notch teams, ensuring system reliability, and innovating products that enhance connectivity services for users...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Architect and develop high-performance, secure APIs, driving integrations and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance web and mobile applications using modern technologies and best practi...

3 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 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $260K *

Take ownership of designing and developing scalable enterprise solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to expedite software delivery and enhancing API quality while leveraging modern tool...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $260K *

Drive innovative solutions by designing and developing APIs that enhance application delivery for cross-functional teams, ensuring scalability, quality, and continuous improvement across the software...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $150K *

Innovate your career as you work collaboratively with analysts and technical experts to develop and manage APIs, build applications, and optimize geospatial data workflows in a dynamic defense environ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $150K *

Optimize your impact by developing APIs and applications to enhance precision-guided munition resources. Collaborate with analysts and developers in a dynamic team setting, leveraging data to drive op...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $115K *

Join a team that designs and develops RESTful APIs to enhance front-end applications. Collaborate on modifying existing APIs and crafting new solutions while ensuring database support, process improve...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

1 week 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...

Today

  •   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 today

  •   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 today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Execute backend infrastructure for AI and ML model access, ensuring secure, scalable interactions within operational environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment automat...

3 weeks 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...

6 days 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 today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $275K *

Develop innovative software solutions in a collaborative team, utilizing modern technologies. Leverage your expertise in Java, AI integration, and agile methodologies to drive project success and enha...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

Today

  •   Less than 5 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...

6 days 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...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex technology solutions for a critical infrastructure role migrating from Apigee to API Connect. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance integration and ensure comp...

Today

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.