Python Software Engineer ? Remote, Flexible Hours (New Grads & Early Career) - Contract to Hire

Python Software Engineer (New Grad & Early Career)

?? Job Title: Python Software Engineer ? Remote, Flexible Hours (New Grads & Early Career)

?? Job Type: Contract (Flexible 5-20 hours per week)

?? Location: Only open to US & Canada-based candidates

?? Client: A Y Combinator-backed startup

Job Description:

Our client, a Y Combinator-backed startup, is looking for talented Python Software Engineers to generate high-quality code samples, contribute to open-source projects, and resolve GitHub-related issues.

This is a fully remote, flexible-hours contract role suited for recent graduates and early-career engineers looking to enhance their portfolio while working with an AI-driven company.

Key Responsibilities:

?? Create well-structured, diverse Python code samples

?? Diagnose and resolve Git & GitHub-related issues (merge conflicts, repository errors)

?? Review & implement pull requests to improve codebase quality

?? Debug, fix bugs, and implement software best practices

?? Provide clear documentation and comments in the code

Who We're Looking For:

? Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related field from a top US university

? Experience: Either a fresh graduate OR 1-4 years of experience at a Big Tech, Fortune 50, or Quant Finance firm

? Technical Skills:

Strong Python programming skills

Proficiency in Git & GitHub

Experience writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code

Understanding of software development principles & best practices

Nice-to-Have Skills:

?? Experience contributing to open-source projects

?? Familiarity with PEP 8 formatting, code linting, and testing frameworks (pytest/unittest)

?? Strong debugging and problem-solving abilities

Why Apply?

?? Work with a Y Combinator-backed startup in a fast-growing AI-driven environment

?? Fully remote & flexible hours (Work 5-20 hours per week)

?? Gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects

?? Opportunity to contribute to high-impact open-source initiatives

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