Python Backend Engineer - Remote

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Python Backend Engineer to work remotely on a part‑time contract (10‑12 hours per week). You will help train and evaluate next‑generation AI systems by tackling real‑world software engineering challenges across backend, full‑stack, and infrastructure domains.

Key responsibilities

• Take on diverse engineering tasks involving APIs, databases, services, integrations, testing, and deployment workflows.
• Review, debug, improve, and clearly explain code in unfamiliar codebases.
• Identify trade‑offs related to scalability, maintainability, performance, reliability, security, and developer experience.
• Document technical reasoning in writing, outlining why solutions work and what alternatives exist.
• Collaborate with the client’s team on technical reviews, implementation decisions, and problem‑solving exercises.
• Adapt quickly to new frameworks, cloud environments, and technical requirements.

Required profile

• 5+ years of hands‑on software engineering experience.
• Strong ability to communicate complex engineering decisions clearly and objectively.
• Comfortable reading and reasoning through unfamiliar code or technical specifications.

Required skills

• Python (primary backend language).
• Experience with at least one of the following: JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, Java, C#.NET, C++, Go, Ruby, PHP.
• Production‑level experience building or reviewing APIs, services, databases, or integrations.
• Understanding of software engineering fundamentals: debugging, testing, code quality, architecture, and trade‑offs.

What we offer

• Flexible remote work schedule (10‑12 hours per week).
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge AI‑related engineering problems.
• Collaborative environment with a focus on technical excellence.