Backend Software Engineer - AI/Automation

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Backend Software Engineer - AI/Automation for a contract position with a Major Media and Entertainment Company located in Orlando, FL. This is a 6+ month contract opportunity.

This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining backend tools, automation scripts, and services to support advanced AI and data-driven applications. The ideal candidate will have strong Python programming skills and experience with AI/ML development, backend tooling, and automation pipelines.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend tools, automation scripts, services, and automation pipelines to support AI and data-driven applications
• Implement monitoring, logging, and database management to ensure performance and reliability
• Collaborate with teams, document best practices, and maintain security and compliance standards
• Diagnose and resolve backend, database, and automation issues
• Stay current with backend, AI, and automation technologies to drive scalability and efficiency
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established company policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Strong programming skills in Python, with additional experience in JavaScript, C, and C++
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML development, backend tooling, and automation pipelines
• Proficiency with SQL and database technologies (relational and NoSQL) for data modeling and backend integration
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and scripting
• Understanding of backend architectures, distributed systems, and performance optimization
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Pay range: up to $50.00 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website https://www.agwtalent.com/. 

ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.