Job Title: Rust Architect / Backend Developer

Job Type: Contractor
Location: Global, Fully Remote
Working Hours: Approximately 15 hours per week
Schedule: Flexible, including weekends

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Rust Architect / Backend Developer to contribute to an AI training project focused on backend architecture, asynchronous and concurrent systems, service design, infrastructure, and technical debugging. The ideal candidate will evaluate and develop backend solutions that are reliable, maintainable, scalable, and production-ready.

Key Responsibilities

1. Solve and validate Rust backend problems involving APIs, persistence, concurrency, performance, and reliability.

2. Translate functional requirements and performance targets into reproducible implementation and testing workflows.

3. Set up Rust crate workspaces, configuration files, test fixtures, databases, dependency services, and containerized environments.

4. Evaluate backend correctness, scalability, and failure-handling mechanisms.

5. Develop and review technical solutions that meet production-quality standards.

Required Qualifications

1. Strong knowledge of Rust, backend service design, APIs, data systems, and production software architecture.

2. Experience analyzing backend correctness, performance, scalability, and reliability.

3. Practical Rust programming experience through professional work, research, or open-source projects.

4. Demonstrated ownership of Rust architecture and backend development.

5. Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Selection Process

1. Apply and complete the screening questions.

2. Complete an AI interview of approximately 30 minutes.

3. Participate in the hiring manager review.

Compensation Structure

Payment is output-based, with compensation provided for tasks that meet project specifications. Task completion time may vary depending on experience and workflow. Minimum submission requirements and weekly task expectations apply.

Start Timeline and Availability

• Roles are typically filled within 48 hours.

• Immediate availability is preferred.

• Selected candidates should begin their first tasks within 24–48 hours after completing onboarding.