Mid-Level AI / Backend / API Developer (8months Contract) - Octopus by RTG

We are looking for a Mid-Level AI / Backend / API Developer to join our growing team. This role combines backend engineering with AI integration, focusing on building scalable systems and APIs while incorporating intelligent features into applications.

The ideal candidate has strong backend development experience and is comfortable working with AI tools, APIs, and data-driven systems.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and services
• Build and manage RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs
• Integrate AI/ML models and third-party AI services into applications
• Handle database design, optimization, and data processing
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders
• Ensure performance, security, and scalability of backend systems
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the system