Python Developer (Colombia)

Role overview

A remote, part-time consulting opportunity for experienced Python engineers based in Colombia. Contributors take on individually scoped software engineering projects supporting an artificial intelligence research organization, working on real-world codebases with hours they manage themselves. The arrangement is well suited to engineers who want paid, project-based remote work alongside other professional commitments.

Responsibilities

- Debug and resolve defects across complex, multi-file codebases - Implement new backend or full-stack functionality as required by each project - Refactor and migrate existing systems to updated architectures and stacks - Develop and extend unit and integration test suites - Write clear technical specifications and reference implementations - Review code submissions for correctness, edge cases, and overall quality - Validate that requirements, code, tests, and expected outputs stay aligned

Requirements

- 2–7 years of professional software engineering experience - Strong proficiency in Python - Professional experience with JavaScript or TypeScript - Working knowledge of at least one additional language such as Java, C#, or Go - Backend or full-stack experience with production systems - Hands-on experience with testing frameworks such as pytest, Jest, JUnit, xUnit, or Go testing - Confidence navigating and debugging large, multi-file codebases - Experience with code reviews, refactoring, and production migrations - Advanced written proficiency in English - Strong attention to detail and solid technical problem-solving skills

Benefits and work setup

- Fully remote engagement - Part-time commitment with a flexible, self-managed schedule - Project-based compensation with rates tied to the estimated effort per project - Independent consulting arrangement; contributors may continue working with other clients subject to applicable contracts - Contributors use their own equipment and pick projects based on their availability and expertise