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# Backend Software Engineer - Python

- **Company:** Mercor, Inc.
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $104,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, 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 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us91c28f804197378ed0cf167bf706d3c7

## 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

* 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., PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity., The Senior Software Engineer (Java/Python) is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application sys…
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