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Senior Python Engineer

This role is ideal for an experienced Python engineer who is confident working with AI-driven workflows, building reliable backend services, and contributing to modern LLM-powered systems. You will focus on developing MCP-based integrations and backend APIs while collaborating with a senior-level engineering team.

Anna Pashkovska
Recruiter
Published on
April 16, 2026

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Build and maintain Python-based MCP services and integrations.
  • Develop backend APIs for LLM-powered products using FastAPI or FastMCP.
  • Work on prompting, tool integration, reliability, and production readiness of AI workflows.
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable backend systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions.
  • Participate in improving system performance, stability, and maintainability.
  • Expand into modern LLM infrastructure and evaluation practices as needed.

What we expect from you:

  • English level B2 or higher for effective technical communication.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Python.
  • Solid experience with MCP and prompting concepts.
  • Proven backend engineering experience with FastAPI or similar frameworks.
  • Experience designing and maintaining APIs and backend services.
  • Proficiency with Git and standard version control workflows.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
  • Experience working in distributed teams within the EU time zone.

Nice to Have:

  • Exposure to Kubernetes.
  • Understanding of embeddings and evaluation (evals) workflows.
  • Familiarity with LLM inference concepts such as temperature, top_p, guardrails, and bias mitigation.
  • Experience working with AI-driven or LLM-based systems.
  • Experience with production-grade infrastructure and scalable services.

What we offer:

  • Interesting projects and challenges that accelerate professional and personal growth
  • Long-term project
  • 15 paid vacation days per year
  • 5 paid sick leave days per year
  • Flexible, results-focused schedule; hybrid work or remote (office with city view + work from home)
  • Comfortable, stylish office in Kyiv with generator/battery backup 🇺🇦
  • Equal salary, medical insurance, trial period
  • Team-building events: parties, online activities, picnics, and more
  • Opportunity to work in a Top-employee company (DOU 2025)
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