Remote Python Backend Developer — AI-Driven APIs

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

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.