Rust Backend Developer | $60/hr Remote

Role Overview

Contract-based part-time Rust backend developer role focused on building scalable APIs and actively testing AI-powered models in development workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize REST and GraphQL endpoints for scalable APIs
• Drive data validation, error handling, and security best practices within backend services
• Plan and execute database migrations, optimizations, and schema changes
• Test new AI-powered models in Cursor, providing actionable feedback via incident reports, bug traces, and screenshots
• Participate in 4-day intensive testing bursts to explore AI model impact on coding workflows
• Engage with research team via Slack to discuss findings and propose improvements
• Submit detailed post-burst surveys with insights on model performance and developer experience

Requirements

• Professional experience as a backend developer with strong Rust expertise
• Proficiency in building and maintaining RESTful and GraphQL APIs
• Advanced understanding of backend data validation, error handling, and API security
• Hands-on experience with database migrations, performance tuning, and schema design
• Extensive use of AI tools for coding; familiarity with Cursor highly desirable
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with clear incident and bug reporting
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, confidential, and collaborative remote environments

Nice-to-Haves

• Visible open source contributions (e.g., GitHub stars or contributions)
• Experience designing or evaluating experimental tooling and developer workflows
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for AI advancements in software development