Python Developer - Remote

YO IT Consulting; Finland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

YO IT Consulting is seeking a Python Developer for a remote contract role focused on building scalable backend services and AI tooling integration. You will design endpoints, ensure security and data integrity, and collaborate with researchers to iterate on models and workflows in a fast-paced, remote environment.

The role emphasizes strong backend experience, API design, and proactive incident reporting. Prior exposure to Cursor is advantageous, and the position offers flexible remote

Qualifications

• 3+ years of backend experience with Python.
• Experience building RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Strong data validation, error handling, and API security.
• Experience with database migrations and schema design.
• Familiar with AI coding tools; Cursor preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize REST and GraphQL endpoints for scalable APIs.
• Drive data validation, error handling, and security best practices within backend services.
• Plan and execute database migrations, optimizations, and schema changes.
• Test AI-powered models in Cursor and provide actionable feedback via reports.
• Participate in four-day intensive testing bursts and assess impact on workflows.
• Engage with the research team in Slack to discuss findings and suggest improvements.
• Submit post-burst surveys with insights on model performance and developer experience.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

GraphQL APIs

Data validation

Error handling

API security

Database migrations

Performance tuning

Schema design

AI coding tools

Cursor familiarity

Incident reporting

Tools

Cursor

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Python Developer

Job Type: Contract

Location: Remote

Job Summary

In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize REST and GraphQL endpoints for scalable APIs.
• Drive data validation, error handling, and security best practices within backend services.
• Plan and execute database migrations, optimizations, and schema changes as needed.
• Actively test new AI-powered models in Cursor, providing actionable feedback via incident reports, bug traces, and screenshots.
• Participate in 4-day intensive testing bursts, exploring how AI models impact real coding workflows.
• Engage thoughtfully with the research team in a dedicated Slack channel to discuss findings and propose improvements.
• Submit detailed post-burst surveys, delivering insights on model performance and developer experience.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as a backend developer, with strong expertise in Python.
• Proficient in building and maintaining RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Advanced understanding of backend data validation, error handling, and API security.
• Hands‑on experience with database migrations, performance tuning, and schema design.
• Extensive use of AI tools for coding; familiarity with Cursor is highly desirable.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for clear incident and bug reporting.
• Proven ability to thrive in fast‑paced, confidential, and collaborative remote environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Visible contributions to open source (e.g., GitHub stars or contributions).
• Experience designing or evaluating experimental tooling and developer workflows.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for AI advancements in software development.