About this opportunity
Confidential lists this Python Developer opportunity in Southlake, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Role Overview
Apply your backend engineering expertise to help improve next-generation AI systems through real-world development work, structured testing, and actionable feedback. No previous AI experience is required.
Key Responsibilities
Design, build, and optimize scalable REST and GraphQL API endpoints.
Implement strong data validation, error handling, and security practices across backend services.
Plan and perform database migrations, performance optimizations, and schema updates.
Test AI-powered models in Cursor and document findings with incident reports, bug traces, and screenshots.
Take part in intensive four-day testing bursts that examine the effect of AI models on real coding workflows.
Discuss findings and proposed improvements with the research team through a dedicated Slack channel.
Complete detailed post-testing surveys on model performance and developer experience.
Qualifications
At least 3 years of professional backend development experience with strong Python expertise.
Experience building and maintaining RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
Advanced knowledge of backend validation, error handling, and API security.
Hands-on experience with database migrations, schema design, and performance tuning.
Extensive experience using AI coding tools. Familiarity with Cursor is highly desirable.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including clear incident and bug reporting.
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, confidential, collaborative remote environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Public open-source contributions, such as GitHub contributions or stars.
Experience designing or evaluating experimental tools and developer workflows.
Interest in advances in AI-assisted software development.
Work Terms
Remote contract engagement.
Compensation
$50 to $100 per hour.
Who can apply
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