Python Developer

Python Software Foundation; Miami (FL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

The Python Software Foundation in Miami seeks a backend developer to help train next-generation AI systems. You will design and optimize REST and GraphQL endpoints, ensure data validation and security, and manage database migrations. You will collaborate with the research team and contribute to scalable backend services used in real AI workflows.

3+ years of Python backend experience required, with strong API skills and a passion for reliable software. Telecommuting is allowed, agencies are okay.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as a backend developer with strong Python expertise.
• 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 clear incident reporting.

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 and bug traces.
• Participate in intensive testing bursts and document findings for developer workflows.

Skills

Python

RESTful APIs

GraphQL

Data validation

API security

Database migrations

Cursor familiarity

Bug/incident reporting

Tools

Cursor

Job description

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.

Restrictions

Telecommuting is OK

Agencies are OK

Requirements

Restrictions

• No telecommuting
• Agencies are OK

Requirements

• 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.

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