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# Backend Software Engineer - Python

- **Company:** Mercor
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany (Remote available)
- **Salary:** €83,200.0 - €104,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 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, Backend, Containerization, Docker
- **Published:** August 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5859582693

## About the Role

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.

## 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.


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