Mercor
Backend Software Engineer - Python
Backend Software Engineer - Python at Mercor, based in London, paying £40.00 - £50.00 per hour. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £40.00 - £50.00 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- London
- Closing date
- Sector
- Software Developer
About 33% above the going rate for software developer
Reference 634543602259992328
About the role
About the job
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.
Position: Software Engineer
Type: Contract
Compensation: $40–$50/hour
Location: Remote
Role Responsibilities
- 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.
Qualifications
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.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
Resources & Support
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: [email removed]
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
Reference: 634543602259992328 · Posted 24 minutes ago · Closes 12 Dec 2026 · Listed via Mercor
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