Remote contract backend role designing and improving robust APIs in Rust while testing and giving feedback on cutting-edge AI coding tools.
Responsibilities
- ▹Design, develop, and optimize REST and GraphQL endpoints for scalable APIs
- ▹Drive data validation, error handling, and security best practices within backend services
- ▹Plan and execute database migrations, optimizations, and schema changes
- ▹Test new AI-powered models in Cursor, providing feedback via incident reports, bug traces, and screenshots
- ▹Participate in 4-day intensive testing bursts exploring how AI models impact real coding workflows
- ▹Engage with the research team in a dedicated Slack channel to discuss findings and propose improvements
- ▹Submit detailed post-burst surveys with insights on model performance and developer experience
Requirements
- ▹5+ years of professional experience as a backend developer, with strong expertise in Rust
- ▹Proficient in building and maintaining RESTful and GraphQL APIs
- ▹Advanced understanding of backend data validation, error handling, and API security
- ▹Hands-on experience with database migrations, performance tuning, and schema design
- ▹Extensive use of AI coding tools, familiarity with Cursor highly desirable
- ▹Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with clear incident and bug reporting
- ▹Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, confidential, and collaborative remote environments
Nice to have
- ▹Visible open-source contributions, e.g. GitHub stars or contributions
- ▹Experience designing or evaluating experimental tooling and developer workflows
- ▹Demonstrated enthusiasm for AI advancements in software development
Soft skills
Clear incident and bug reportingAbility to work in fast-paced, confidential remote teamsEnthusiasm for emerging AI tooling
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