Python Developer - Fully Remote | Upto $50/hr

Mercor · United States

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1w agoPosted · Sep 1
HimalayasSource
$131kbackend developer median
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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.

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