Backend Software Engineer - Python

$40 - $50 per hour

Full-time

Mercor

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .

Position: Software Engineer

Type: Contract

Compensation: $40–$50/hour

Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

Build MCP servers in Python using FastMCP .
Integrate web or desktop applications into RL Studio .
Work with APIs , Docker , Linux environments , and service configuration.
Implement populate/snapshot hooks for app state management.
Test apps locally and debug build, runtime, and permission issues.
Ensure apps meet platform validation and deployment requirements.

Qualifications

Must-Have

Strong Python skills.
Experience with APIs , backend systems, and debugging.
Familiarity with Docker , Linux , and local testing workflows.
Ability to work with configuration files and deployment pipelines.
Problem-solving skills and attention to technical detail.

Preferred

Experience with FastMCP or similar frameworks.
Experience integrating third-party apps or developer tools.
Familiarity with web apps, databases, and containerized environments.

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