[Remote] Python Software Engineer - AI Workflows

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Alignerr is seeking a Python Software Engineer specializing in AI workflows to design and build infrastructure for AI development. The role involves optimizing Python systems for data pipelines and evaluation workflows, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring high-performance production code.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and optimize high-performance Python systems supporting AI data pipelines and evaluation workflowsDevelop full-stack tooling and backend services for large-scale data annotation, validation, and quality controlImprove reliability, performance, and safety across production Python codebasesIntegrate AI services and APIs with robust error handling and edge case coverageIdentify bottlenecks and failure modes in data and system behavior, then implement scalable solutionsCollaborate with data, research, and engineering teams to support model training and evaluation workflowsParticipate in synchronous design reviews to iterate on system architecture and implementation decisionsSkills3–5+ years of professional experience writing production-grade PythonStrong full-stack developer with a solid systems programming backgroundYou write clean, maintainable code and naturally reach for linters, formatters, and comprehensive test coverageExperienced gluing together AI services and APIs with confidence — you anticipate edge cases before they biteClear, direct communicator — both in writing and in technical discussionsNative or fluent English speakerAvailable to commit 20–40 hours per weekPrior experience with data annotation, data quality, or evaluation systemsFamiliarity with AI/ML workflows, model training, or benchmarking pipelinesExperience with distributed systems or developer toolingBackground working directly with AI labs or research teamsBenefitsFully remote and async-friendly — work from wherever you do your best workFreelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, technically challenging projectsPotential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launchCompany OverviewWe're looking for experts to help train better AI. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in , with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.alignerr.com/.