Role overview

Backend Software Engineer (Part-Time / Contractor)

Requirements and responsibilities

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Requirements

  • 6+ years of backend engineering experience (with production-grade systems)

- Strong expertise in Python and Django

  • Experience building applications that leverage GenAI APIs (e.g. OpenRouter, OpenAI, etc.)
  • Uses Cursor/Claude by default and has built strong workflows to balance quality with productivity
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work across time zones
  • Experience working independently in a remote-first environment

Bonus Points

  • Background in a high-growth startup environment
  • Experience mentoring or helping other engineers grow
  • Familiarity with implementing testing frameworks to ensure code quality
  • Full-stack development experience in addition to backend expertise

Why Join

  • Flexible, remote-first work with global impact
  • Opportunity to contribute to innovative projects with autonomy
  • Collaborate with a distributed team across multiple regions
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