Hire API Developers in Vietnam | Save Up to 70% on Staffing Costs

API Developers play a vital role in building the connective tissue between software systems—enabling applications, services, and platforms to exchange data securely and efficiently. From internal automation to public-facing integrations, businesses rely on API Developers to ensure performance, scalability, and security. However, sourcing skilled API Developers locally is often expensive and time-consuming.

Vietnam offers a robust and growing pool of software engineers with API development expertise using modern frameworks and protocols. THIENTU BPO helps companies set up dedicated offshore API Developer teams in Vietnam - cost-effective, fully integrated, and tailored to your tech stack and business goals.

What Is an API Developer?

An API Developer designs, builds, and maintains application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow software components to communicate with each other. They ensure that APIs are scalable, secure, well-documented, and compatible with frontend/backend systems. Their work is essential for building microservices, mobile apps, third-party integrations, and SaaS platforms.

Why Hire API Developers in Vietnam?

Vietnam is a top destination for outsourcing across many industries—from tech and design to customer service and operations. Here's why global companies trust Vietnam for offshore hiring:

• Educated and Skilled Talent
  Vietnam produces thousands of IT graduates annually with strong programming skills and practical API development experience.

• Strong English and Work Culture Fit
  Developers in Vietnam are fluent in English and trained in Agile methodologies, ensuring smooth communication and workflow.

• Lower Operational Costs
  Vietnam salaries are 30–70% below US, Singapore, Euro market. Hire senior developers at a fraction of the cost.

• Good Time Zone Coverage
  Vietnam’s time zone allows collaboration with teams in APAC, EMEA, and overlapping U.S. hours.

API Developer Roles You Can Offshore

• RESTful API Developer

• Backend API Engineer (Node.js, Python, Java, .NET)

• Full-Stack Developer with API focus

• API Integration Specialist

• GraphQL API Developer

• API Security and Performance Engineer

Core Responsibilities Handled by Offshore API Developers

• Designing and developing RESTful or GraphQL APIs

• Writing clean, maintainable, and scalable backend code

• Managing API documentation and version control

• Ensuring data integrity, authentication, and security protocols

• Integrating third-party APIs and SDKs

• Optimizing performance and handling error/logging systems

• Working with DevOps on deployment pipelines

• Collaborating with frontend, mobile, and QA teams

Top Skills to Look for in an Offshore API Developer

• Proficiency in backend programming languages (Node.js, Python, Java, .NET)

• Strong understanding of RESTful and GraphQL API standards

• Experience with tools like Postman, Swagger/OpenAPI, and API Gateways

• Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, JWT, and API security best practices

• Understanding of microservices and serverless architecture

• Database experience (SQL, NoSQL, caching strategies)

• CI/CD pipeline knowledge and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

• Strong communication skills and version control (Git) proficiency

Salary Comparison Table: Vietnam vs USA vs Singapore

How THIENTU’s Proven Hiring Process Works

We make it easy to hire top remote talent through a structured, fast-tracked process that works across all roles and markets:

1. Define Your Needs
   Specify your tech stack, API type (REST/GraphQL), platform goals, and project scope.

2. Review Qualified Candidates
   Receive a curated shortlist of pre-vetted API Developers in 5–7 business days.

3. Interview & Select
   Evaluate candidates through interviews and coding tests. We support every step.

4. Launch with Support
   We handle onboarding, system setup, compliance, and performance tracking—ensuring seamless integration.

Sample Job Description – Offshore API Developer

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain secure, scalable REST/GraphQL APIs

• Implement authentication, rate limiting, and monitoring

• Integrate third-party APIs and ensure smooth data exchange

• Collaborate with frontend/mobile developers to optimize API responses

• Document endpoints and versioning for internal/external users

• Troubleshoot bugs and optimize API performance

• Participate in sprint planning and code reviews

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of backend development with an API focus

• Solid experience with Node.js, Python, Java, or .NET

• Familiarity with REST, GraphQL, OpenAPI/Swagger

• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud deployment

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

• Knowledge of authentication standards (OAuth2, JWT)

• Strong written and spoken English for collaboration

FAQs

Do offshore API Developers support microservices architecture?
Yes. We provide talent experienced in microservices and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).

Can they work with my cloud platform?
Yes. Our developers are skilled in AWS, Azure, and GCP-based API services.

What if I need both API development and integration support?
We can assemble hybrid teams with both backend developers and API integration specialists.

Are the developers experienced with version control and CI/CD?
Absolutely. Git, GitHub/GitLab, Jenkins, and Git-based deployment pipelines are standard for all roles.

How fast can I hire an API Developer?
You’ll receive a shortlist in 5–7 business days, with onboarding complete in 10–14 days.

Hire an API Developer in Vietnam Today

THIENTU BPO helps you hire skilled, cost-effective API Developers in Vietnam—ready to build, scale, and secure your data infrastructure. Contact us at info@thientu.vn to start building your offshore API team today.