Backend Software Engineer - Python

mercor; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 49,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. We are seeking a Software Engineer on a contract basis for a remote role.

You will build MCP servers in Python, integrate apps into RL Studio, and work with APIs, Docker, and Linux environments. The position emphasizes test, debug, and deployment readiness with attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Strong Python skills for backend development and scripting.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Python

APIs

Backend systems

Docker

Linux

Testing workflows

Configuration files

Deployment pipelines

Problem-solving

Tools

FastMCP

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 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.