Remote Python Backend Engineer for AI-Driven APIs

YO IT Consulting; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

YO IT Consulting is seeking a Python Developer for a remote contract role. You will design and maintain REST and GraphQL APIs, implement robust data validation, and ensure API security while collaborating with AI research teams in a fast-paced remote environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of backend Python experience, familiarity with Cursor tooling, and strong communication skills to report incidents clearly.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of backend development experience with Python.
• Experience building and maintaining RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Strong skills in data validation, error handling, and API security.
• Experience with database migrations and schema design.

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.
• Test AI-powered models and provide actionable feedback via reports and screenshots.
• Engage with research in dedicated Slack channel to discuss findings and improvements.
• Submit detailed post-burst surveys on model performance and developer experience.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

GraphQL

Backend development

Data validation

API security

Database migrations

Incident reporting

Cursor tooling

Communication

Tools

Cursor

Job description

YO IT Consulting is seeking a Python Developer for a remote contract role. You will design and maintain REST and GraphQL APIs, implement robust data validation, and ensure API security while collaborating with AI research teams in a fast-paced remote environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of backend Python experience, familiarity with Cursor tooling, and strong communication skills to report incidents clearly.