Software Engineer - Backend Specialist
$40 - $50 per hourMercor
Job Description
Job Description
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 Expert
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.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
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