Job Description

Sr. Python: Service Implementation

YoE 5+ years

Engagement Type Full Time Contract ( 9 months)

Role Overview:

This role is for high-caliber backend Engineer with deep proficiency in Python and a proven track record of designing and building large systems at speed. This role focuses on implementing real-world services (e.g., Gmail, Jira) as modular APIs using a test-driven approach, with an emphasis on engineering excellence, scalable system design, crisp documentation, and robust database design.

Please note: This is a software engineering role, NOT one in data annotation, data science, machine learning or analytics.

What does day-to-day look like:

? Designing and Implementing real-world services as modular, production-ready APIs

? Creating and maintaining excellent, developer-friendly documentation

? Following a strict Test Driven Development approach -- tests first, code second

? Building at maximum velocity without compromising on reliability or maintainability

? Designing and iterating on scalable database schemas for each service integration

Requirements:

? 5+ years of experience with practical, production-grade Python development

? Strong understanding of system design principles

? Proven ability to design modular, high-performance APIs and manage the complete API lifecycle

? Hands-on experience with Test Driven Development (TDD)

? Strong fundamentals in database schema design and data modeling

? Demonstrated ownership of technical decisions, with the ability to explain and justify trade-offs.

? Excellent technical communication skills -- able to explain design, document APIs and collaborate effectively across teams

? Able to work at a rapid pace without sacrificing clarity or correctness

? [Bonus] Familiarity with LLM function calling protocols and paradigms

Job Types: Contractual / Temporary, Freelance
Contract length: 9 months

Work Location: Remote