Back End Developer

Job Title: Backend Engineer (Python + AI/ML)

Work Type: Full-Time Employee (Payroll-Based Contract with statutory benefits, social security and tax deductions)

Contract Duration: 6 months (with possibility of extension)

Work Mode: Remote

Location: Costa Rica

About The Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Backend Engineer with strong expertise in Python to design, develop, and deploy scalable backend systems and APIs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Python frameworks, cloud platforms, and a solid understanding of AI technologies, including LLMs (Large Language Models), Agents, and Agentic platforms. This role involves working on cutting-edge projects that integrate AI-driven workflows and real-time communication systems.

Requirements:

• Backend Expertise:
• Advanced knowledge of Python, particularly frameworks like FastAPI, Starlette, or Django
• Experience in building and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices
• AI and Machine Learning:
• Familiarity with LLMs, Agents, and Agentic platforms
• Experience integrating AI workflows into backend systems
• Cloud Platforms:
• Hands-on experience with Azure or other cloud-native platforms for application deployment and management
• Knowledge of cloud services such as Azure App Services, storage, and serverless computing
• Real-Time Systems: Understanding real-time communication systems and protocols
• Education: Software Engineer Graduate or Post Graduate preferred
• General Skills:
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend architectures ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Build and maintain robust APIs and microservices using Python (FastAPI or similar frameworks)
• Integrate AI-driven features using LLMs, Agents, and Agentic platforms into backend services
• Deploy and manage backend applications on cloud platforms such as Azure, ensuring high availability and security
• Design and implement backend components for real-time communication systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and data scientists to deliver high-quality solutions