Backend Software Engineer - Python

Mercor
Berlin, Germany
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
€83,200.0 - €104,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Software Applications Databases System Configuration Software Debugging Linux Programming Tools Python (Programming Language) Linux System Administration Systems Integration Web Applications Delivery Pipeline
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Backend Containerization Docker

Job description

  • Build MCP servers in Python using FastMCP.
  • Integrate web or desktop applications into RL Studio.
  • Work with APIs, Docker, Linux environments, and service configuration.
  • Implement populate/snapshot hooks for app state management.
  • Test apps locally and debug build, runtime, and permission issues.
  • Ensure apps meet platform validation and deployment requirements.

Requirements

Must-Have

  • Strong Python skills.
  • Experience with APIs, backend systems, and debugging.
  • Familiarity with Docker, Linux, and local testing workflows.
  • Ability to work with configuration files and deployment pipelines.
  • Problem-solving skills and attention to technical detail.

Preferred

  • Experience with FastMCP or similar frameworks.
  • Experience integrating third-party apps or developer tools.
  • Familiarity with web apps, databases, and containerized environments.

About the company

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

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