Remote Api Engineer Jobs
Remote api engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed engineering teams building API infrastructure for SaaS, fintech, healthcare tech, and enterprise software. Employers hiring remote api engineers right now include Greentech Renewables, Bitdeer Technologies, and 0x. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- Location: Alpharetta, Georgia; Stamford, Connecticut; Charlotte, North Carolina
- Salary: 56,000.00 - 104,000.00 USD Annual
About Us
Synchrony is more than a financial services company, we’re a team of passionate innovators committed to delivering best-in-class solutions that support millions of customers across the U.S. With a bold focus on technology, data, and digital innovation, we create meaningful experiences that simplify lives and enable financial wellness.
When you join Synchrony, you become part of an inclusive culture where your voice matters, your growth is championed, and your work drives impactful results.
Job Description
Role Summary/Purpose:
Billions of transactions—and you’ll touch all of them if you join our IT team as an API Software Development Engineer - I. Imagine the sheer scale of what we impact every second of every day. Now imagine what you can do with that influence—this is where you can shape the future of payments.
As an API Software Development Engineer - I, you’ll be a part of an amazing team working on our microservice API’s throughout the entire development process. You’ll participate in hack-a-thons, partner with universities on innovation events, and work with our famed Stamford Innovation Station.
It’s the ideal time to come aboard—we’re focused on the future, continuing to evolve as a company and help define the financial technology industry. With so much opportunity available, this is where you can make your mark.
You’re the one we’re looking for if you:
- Are passionate about creating software that makes things easier for hardworking families
- Have common sense—can you think through your designs to make sure they’re the best?
- Are a coder who’s also a problem solver, capable of creating elegant, testable code that’s robust and scalable
- Are ready to be disruptive and interesting in the commerce space
- Can work with product, operations and project management as one agile team
- Are ready to own your own career and destiny
- Have tech chops: Software development skill are a must
We’ll depend on you to:
- Participate in a cross-shore development team
- Influence and collaborate to create amazing API’s
- Participate in Agile scrums with cross-functional teams
- Participate in Agile sprints including planning, daily standups, backlog grooming sessions and reviews
- Analyze production defects, troubleshoot systems, identify root cause and implement fixes
- Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related degree OR, in lieu of degree, High School Diploma/GED and 2 years of experience with application development using Java, Spring, Spring Boot .
- Building and consuming web services via SOAP and REST
- Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required
Desired Characteristics:
- Familiarity in the following areas; Java development experience
- Common Java frameworks like Spring and Spring boot, Jira and Bitbucket
- Continuous integration environments
- Writing unit and integration tests
- JSON, REST and XML based web services
- Experience utilizing AI Tools
- Strong cross-functional team player with the ability to work seamlessly across a matrix organization
- Desire to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence clients, team members, management and external groups
- Strong oral and written communication, analytical and problem solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to analyze, use structured problem solving and available tools to troubleshoot systems, identify root cause, action plans, impact and resolution options
Grade/Level: 08
The salary range for this position is 56,000.00 - 104,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.
Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.
Our Way of Working:
We’re proud to offer you flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. You will be required to commute to your nearest Hub (either virtual or physical) for in-person engagement activities such as regular business or team meetings, training and culture events.
- Field Sales and some Commercial team roles may have varied location requirements based upon partner obligations or preferences.
Eligibility Requirements:
- You must be 18 years or older
- You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
- You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process
- You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
- New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Our Commitment:
When you join us, you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where your individual skills, experience, and voice are not only heard – but valued. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect, and turn ideals into action. More than 50% of our workforce is engaged in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where community and passion intersect to offer a safe space to learn and grow.
This starts when you choose to for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We’re proud to have an award-winning culture for all.
Reasonable Accommodation Notice:
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to- for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
- If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time
Job Family Group:
Information TechnologyOverview
- Location: Alpharetta, Georgia; Stamford, Connecticut; Charlotte, North Carolina
- Salary: 56,000.00 - 104,000.00 USD Annual
About Us
Synchrony is more than a financial services company, we’re a team of passionate innovators committed to delivering best-in-class solutions that support millions of customers across the U.S. With a bold focus on technology, data, and digital innovation, we create meaningful experiences that simplify lives and enable financial wellness.
When you join Synchrony, you become part of an inclusive culture where your voice matters, your growth is championed, and your work drives impactful results.
Job Description
Role Summary/Purpose:
Billions of transactions—and you’ll touch all of them if you join our IT team as an API Software Development Engineer - I. Imagine the sheer scale of what we impact every second of every day. Now imagine what you can do with that influence—this is where you can shape the future of payments.
As an API Software Development Engineer - I, you’ll be a part of an amazing team working on our microservice API’s throughout the entire development process. You’ll participate in hack-a-thons, partner with universities on innovation events, and work with our famed Stamford Innovation Station.
It’s the ideal time to come aboard—we’re focused on the future, continuing to evolve as a company and help define the financial technology industry. With so much opportunity available, this is where you can make your mark.
You’re the one we’re looking for if you:
- Are passionate about creating software that makes things easier for hardworking families
- Have common sense—can you think through your designs to make sure they’re the best?
- Are a coder who’s also a problem solver, capable of creating elegant, testable code that’s robust and scalable
- Are ready to be disruptive and interesting in the commerce space
- Can work with product, operations and project management as one agile team
- Are ready to own your own career and destiny
- Have tech chops: Software development skill are a must
We’ll depend on you to:
- Participate in a cross-shore development team
- Influence and collaborate to create amazing API’s
- Participate in Agile scrums with cross-functional teams
- Participate in Agile sprints including planning, daily standups, backlog grooming sessions and reviews
- Analyze production defects, troubleshoot systems, identify root cause and implement fixes
- Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related degree OR, in lieu of degree, High School Diploma/GED and 2 years of experience with application development using Java, Spring, Spring Boot .
- Building and consuming web services via SOAP and REST
- Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required
Desired Characteristics:
- Familiarity in the following areas; Java development experience
- Common Java frameworks like Spring and Spring boot, Jira and Bitbucket
- Continuous integration environments
- Writing unit and integration tests
- JSON, REST and XML based web services
- Experience utilizing AI Tools
- Strong cross-functional team player with the ability to work seamlessly across a matrix organization
- Desire to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence clients, team members, management and external groups
- Strong oral and written communication, analytical and problem solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to analyze, use structured problem solving and available tools to troubleshoot systems, identify root cause, action plans, impact and resolution options
Grade/Level: 08
The salary range for this position is 56,000.00 - 104,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.
Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.
Our Way of Working:
We’re proud to offer you flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. You will be required to commute to your nearest Hub (either virtual or physical) for in-person engagement activities such as regular business or team meetings, training and culture events.
- Field Sales and some Commercial team roles may have varied location requirements based upon partner obligations or preferences.
Eligibility Requirements:
- You must be 18 years or older
- You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
- You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process
- You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
- New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Our Commitment:
When you join us, you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where your individual skills, experience, and voice are not only heard – but valued. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect, and turn ideals into action. More than 50% of our workforce is engaged in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where community and passion intersect to offer a safe space to learn and grow.
This starts when you choose to for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We’re proud to have an award-winning culture for all.
Reasonable Accommodation Notice:
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to- for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
- If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote api engineer jobs.
- Proficiency designing and documenting RESTful APIs and OpenAPI specifications
- Experience with authentication protocols including OAuth 2.0 and API key management
- Hands-on work with API gateways such as Kong, Apigee, or AWS API Gateway
- Familiarity with GraphQL schema design and query optimization
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
- Experience writing integration tests and contract tests for API endpoints
Tips for Your Remote Api Engineer Job Search
Show async collaboration in your portfolio
Remote api engineer hiring teams look for candidates who document their work clearly. Include API specs, README files, and design decision notes in your public projects so reviewers can evaluate your thinking without a live conversation.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote api engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your stack and experience level and apply directly without sorting through location-filtered listings.
Highlight self-directed delivery in your history
Remote employers want api engineers who scope, build, and ship without hand-holding. When describing past roles, emphasize projects you drove end-to-end, tools like Postman or Swagger you used independently, and how you communicated progress to distributed teammates.
Prepare for async-first remote interviews
Many remote api engineer interviews include a take-home API design exercise or an async code review stage before any live call. Practice explaining your endpoint design choices and authentication decisions in writing, not just verbally, since that mirrors the actual remote workflow.
Remote Api Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote api engineer job?
Target companies that run distributed engineering teams, since they're built to onboard and support remote api engineers from day one. Remote employers screen heavily for async communication skills, clear technical documentation habits, and the ability to scope and deliver API work independently. Demonstrating REST or GraphQL experience through public projects, open-source contributions, or a documented portfolio gives you a concrete edge over candidates with only resume claims.
Which companies hire remote api engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote api engineers include Greentech Renewables, Bitdeer Technologies, and 0x, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first SaaS companies, fintech platforms, and distributed enterprise teams make up the bulk of these openings, since their products are API-driven and their engineering culture is already built around asynchronous collaboration.
Can you get a remote api engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level api engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and ship independently without in-person support. The clearest path is building a public portfolio of API projects, contributing to open-source integrations, or completing contract work that shows real output. Remote-first startups and product companies with async engineering cultures are most open to candidates who can demonstrate capability without a long employment history.
Do you need a degree for remote api engineer jobs?
Not always. Remote employers for api engineer roles consistently weigh demonstrated skills, shipped API work, and familiarity with tools like REST, GraphQL, OpenAPI, and authentication standards above formal credentials. A portfolio, GitHub history, or prior contract work that shows you can design and deliver APIs independently carries more weight than a degree alone in most remote hiring processes.
Which industries hire the most remote api engineers?
Remote api engineer roles concentrate in Banking & Financial Services, Staffing & Recruiting, and Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed engineering teams building integrations, internal platforms, and third-party API products, which makes remote api engineering a natural fit for how their product and infrastructure work gets done.
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