Python Developer

Senior Python Developer – Generative AI (person needs to be in CST OR EST) Location: 100% Remote Duration: 6-month Contract Pay Rate: $70/hour We’re seeking a Senior Python Developer to help build and scale our client's Generative AI-powered experiences into a high-impact, open-source desktop product used by millions worldwide. This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in complex systems and are passionate about ethical, privacy-first AI development. What You’ll Do: • Design and build robust backend services to support AI-driven user features • Collaborate closely with front-end developers, designers, and AI researchers to deliver scalable features • Contribute to architectural improvements in a large, mature codebase • Ensure high standards for performance, reliability, and data privacy • Participate in code reviews, documentation, and knowledge-sharing within a distributed team What We’re Looking For: • Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with JavaScript (for API interfacing or support tooling) • Direct experience integrating large language models (LLMs) via APIs or SDKs • Ability to work across multiple projects, manage priorities, and shift context effectively • Machine Learning / AI project experience Bonus Points: • Experience contributing to open-source projects • Familiarity with desktop application development or cross-platform service integration • Knowledge of data security practices in user-facing products This is an opportunity to build cutting-edge AI features while contributing to a mission-driven product that values openness, user autonomy, and internet health.