Python Engineer C2C contract at San Jose, CA

Tech Mirrors; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Mirrors is hiring a Python Engineer in San Jose, CA, to build high-performance APIs and integrate advanced AI agent logic into its platform. The role involves developing scalable APIs and managing secure identity protocols to enhance infrastructure and protect user data.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Python, FastAPI, and a strong understanding of databases and cloud infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in Python (3.10+ preferred).
• Deep experience with FastAPI and Django.
• Familiarity with AI tooling frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain robust APIs.
• Architect backend systems for AI agents.
• Implement secure identity protocols.

Skills

Expert-level proficiency in Python

Deep experience with FastAPI

Deep experience with Django

Familiarity with LangChain

Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases

Proficiency with Docker

Experience with AWS/GCP

Job description

Job Role: Python Engineer

Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite Role-Local)

Job Description

We are looking for a Python Developer to build the backbone of our platform. You will be responsible for creating high-performance APIs, integrating advanced AI agent logic, and ensuring our infrastructure remains rock-solid as we scale. If you enjoy solving complex architectural puzzles and want to work at the intersection of traditional backend engineering and AI.

Core Responsibilities

• Scalable API Development: Design, build, and maintain robust, high-throughput APIs (FastAPI, Django, or Flask) capable of handling millions of requests.
• Agent Logic Integration: Architect the backend systems that power our AI agents, managing long-running tasks, state persistence, and seamless communication between LLMs and our core services.
• Authentication & Security: Implement and manage secure identity protocols (OAuth2, JWT, OpenID Connect) to protect user data and internal endpoints.
• Routing & Orchestration: Design efficient request routing and service communication patterns using tools like API Gateways or Service Meshes.

Required Technical Skills

• Language: Expert-level proficiency in Python (3.10+ preferred).
• Frameworks: Deep experience with FastAPI, Django.
• AI Tooling: Familiarity with LangChain, LlamaIndex, or similar frameworks for agentic workflows.
• Databases: Strong knowledge of SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (Redis, MongoDB), plus experience with Vector Databases (Pinecone, Weaviate).
• Infrastructure: Proficiency with Docker, AWS/GCP, and asynchronous task queues.