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Senior Python Systems Developer for Functional Testing

Toloka AIRemote — New York, New York, United States
Remote Contract $80/hr - $80/hr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, primarily with Python. Deep functional testing experience. Strong operational knowledge of Docker. Extensive Linux & Bash scripting knowledge. Proficiency in modern Python tooling. Capability to read and understand multiple coding languages. Experience with LLMs for development acceleration. English proficiency at B2 level or higher.

About the job

We invite you to submit your CV in English, along with your level of English proficiency.

At Mindrift, we bridge talented specialists with project-based AI opportunities in leading tech companies, emphasizing the testing, evaluation, and enhancement of AI systems. This role is based on project engagement, not permanent employment.

Role Overview

We seek a Senior Python Developer with extensive functional testing expertise, proficient in Linux and Docker, capable of interpreting code across various languages (e.g., C, Rust, Go) and adept at translating migration task requirements. You should be comfortable utilizing tools like Roo Code or Claude Code to streamline iterative development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute functional black box tests for substantial codebases in multiple source languages.
  • Establish and oversee Docker environments to guarantee fully reproducible builds and consistent test execution across diverse platforms.
  • Track code coverage and set up automated scoring metrics to align with industry benchmark standards.
  • Utilize LLMs (Roo Code, Claude) to expedite development cycles, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance overall code quality.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, primarily focused on Python.
  • In-depth knowledge of pytest (including fixtures, session-scoped, timeouts) and designing black-box functional tests for CLI tools.
  • Proficient in Docker (creating reproducible Dockerfiles, managing user contexts, maintaining secure workspaces).
  • Strong Linux & Bash scripting capabilities with a knack for debugging within containers.
  • Familiarity with modern Python tools (uv, pyproject.toml, packaging).
  • Ability to read and conceptualize various programming languages with the assistance of LLMs (such as C, C++, Rust, or Go).
  • Experience leveraging LLMs (Claude Code, Roo Code, Cursor) for accelerating iterative development and generating test cases.
  • English language proficiency at a B2 level or higher.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with agent evaluation platforms and MCP CLI.

Technologies and Tools: Python (pytest, uv, Pillow), Docker, Bash, Git Submodules, C/C++/Rust/Go (reading), Dagger, GitHub Codespaces, LLMs (Claude Code, Roo Code, Cursor), coverage.py, gcov, kcov.

Benefits

What We Offer:

  • Freelance project-based collaboration through the Mindrift platform (powered by Toloka AI).
  • Fully remote and flexible participation, you can decide when and how much to contribute (20-30 hours per week).
  • Each project features its own compensation level based on scope and required expertise. On this project, AI trainers can earn up to $80 per hour.

About Toloka AI

Mindrift connects skilled professionals with dynamic project-based AI opportunities at premier tech companies. Our focus lies in testing, evaluating, and enhancing AI systems, enabling you to engage in meaningful projects without the commitment of permanent employment.

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