Python Developer - Remote

YO IT Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 82,656 - 151,536; Full time

Job summary

YO IT Consulting is seeking a Python backend developer for a remote contract role. You will design and optimize REST and GraphQL endpoints, implement robust data validation, and ensure secure API practices. You will contribute to AI model testing and collaborate with researchers to improve developer workflows.

The position emphasizes high-quality coding, clear incident reporting, and effective communication in a fast-paced, confidential remote environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of backend development experience.
• Strong Python expertise and API design.
• Experience with RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Experience in data validation, error handling and security.
• Clear incident and bug reporting in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize REST and GraphQL endpoints for scalable APIs.
• Drive data validation, error handling, and API security.
• Plan and execute database migrations, optimizations, and schema changes.
• Test AI-powered models and provide actionable feedback via reports.
• Participate in intensive testing bursts and assess impact on workflows.
• Collaborate with research teams in Slack and share findings.
• Submit post-burst surveys with insights on model performance.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

GraphQL

Backend development

Data validation

API security

Remote collaboration

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.