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# Software Engineer - Backend Specialist - AI Trainer

- **Company:** Mercor, Inc.
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $104,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), 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:** June 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=711d7849f9ab418f

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Software testing?, 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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