Location: USA & LATAM | Remote
Employment Type: Contractor, Full-time
What You’ll Do
Design, develop, and maintain backend services and RESTful APIs using Python, Flask, or FastAPI
Build clean, maintainable, and scalable solutions following Python best practices and PEP8
Work with SQL databases, particularly PostgreSQL
Develop unit and integration tests using Pytest
Create and maintain API documentation using Swagger/OpenAPI, Insomnia, or similar tools
Integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI-powered functionality into backend applications
Work with Git-based development workflows and participate in code reviews
Debug, troubleshoot, and improve existing backend systems
Contribute to CI/CD processes and development automation
Collaborate with engineers and other team members in an Agile environment
Communicate effectively with an international team in English
What We Offer
Paid vacation and sick leave
Equipment for comfortable work, if required
50% coverage of professional courses
Competitive compensation based on your skills and experience
Reliable and always-on-time payments
A supportive international team
Straightforward processes without unnecessary bureaucracy
100% remote, full-time cooperation
What We’re Looking For
2-3+ years of commercial Python development experience
Strong knowledge of Python fundamentals
Hands-on experience with Flask and/or FastAPI
Experience developing and integrating REST APIs
Practical experience with SQL databases; PostgreSQL is preferred
Experience with unit and integration testing
Familiarity with Docker
Confident use of Git and Git-based development workflows
Familiarity with code-quality tools such as PyLint, Flake8, or similar
Experience or strong practical interest in integrating LLMs into backend applications
Ability to work in Linux and/or Windows environments
English level B2 or higher
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach
Ability to work independently and effectively within a distributed team
Based in the USA or LATAM
Nice to Have
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, such as Jenkins or GitLab CI
Experience with cloud platforms
Familiarity with Kubernetes
Experience with Jira, Crucible, or similar collaboration tools
Previous hands-on experience integrating LLM APIs or AI-powered features
Summary
Python Backend Engineer at Uvik Software in Tallinn, Harju County, Estonia. Remote full-time role in Tech Development.