Python + Rust Developer

• Job Description
• Python + Rust Developer
• Contractor
• Remote

Job Summary

In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Key Responsibilities

• - Lead and execute codebase migrations and rewrites between Rust and Python, ensuring reliability and maintainability.
• - Design, develop, and optimize software components and systems using best practices in both Rust and Python.
• - Collaborate closely with team members to architect solutions that meet evolving product requirements.
• - Conduct rigorous code reviews, providing feedback and mentorship to peers.
• - Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues throughout the development lifecycle.
• - Maintain comprehensive documentation for codebases and migration processes.
• - Communicate project status, challenges, and technical details clearly in both written and verbal formats.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• - 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a strong background in both Python and Rust.
• - Demonstrated hands-on expertise in shipping production-grade software in multiple language ecosystems.
• - Proven track record of successful codebase migrations or major refactors between Rust and Python.
• - Advanced understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system optimization.
• - Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• - Strong collaborative spirit and ability to work effectively in distributed teams.
• - Availability for at least 6+ hours of overlap with Eastern Time working hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• - Experience with large-scale distributed systems or performance-critical applications.
• - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
• - Open-source contributions or thought leadership in Python and/or Rust communities.