SDE 2 Backend

About Prismforce

Prismforce is a Vertical SaaS company revolutionizing the Talent Supply Chain for global Technology, R&D/Engineering, and IT Services companies. Our AI-powered product suite enhances business performance by enabling operational flexibility, accelerating decision-making, and boosting profitability. Our mission is to become the leading industry cloud/SaaS platform for tech services and talent organizations worldwide.

Job Description

Role: Software Development Engineer-2

Reporting to: Technical Lead

Location: Mumbai/Bangalore/Pune

Job Description: Backend Engineer

Experience: 4–6 years

Location: —

Role Type: Full-time

About The Role

We are looking for a strong Backend Engineer with deep experience in building scalable, reliable backend services.

You may come from a Python/FastAPI background or a Node.js/Express background — both are equally welcome.

The role focuses on backend engineering for AI-driven workflows, distributed systems, real-time pipelines, and audio/video processing.

Frontend experience is optional and only needed occasionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain backend services using Python (FastAPI) or Node.js (Express).
• Work on AI engineering components, including agents, pipelines, and model integrations.
• Build and optimize async, event-driven architectures using queues and pub/sub.
• Develop and maintain real-time systems using WebSockets and WebRTC.
• Implement and optimize audio/video workflows (processing, analysis, feature extraction).
• Work with Redis, MongoDB, and caching layers in distributed setups.
• Ensure services are scalable, reliable, observable (logging, tracing, metrics).
• Collaborate with AI, DevOps, frontend, and product teams to deliver end-to-end features.
  
  

Must-Have Skills (Either Stack)

You must be strong in one of the two backend tracks below:

Track A — Python Backend

• Python programming
• FastAPI, asyncio
• Async/event-driven backend experience
  
  

Track B — Node.js Backend

• Node.js programming
• Express.js, NestJS (optional)
• Async/event-driven backend experience
  
  

Common Must-Haves (for both tracks): - Distributed system design: queues, pub/sub, caching

• Experience with Redis and MongoDB
• Real-time systems: WebSockets, WebRTC
• Ability to write scalable, clean backend code
• Strong debugging and performance optimization skills
  
  

Nice to Have

• Audio/video processing experience (FFmpeg, OpenCV)
• AI/LLM engineering: LangChain, RAG, MCP
• Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD
• Monitoring tools: Grafana, Prometheus, Loki
• Proctoring-related experience (face/object detection)
• Cloud platforms: AWS/GCP/Azure
  
  

Optional Frontend Skills

Not mandatory. We will hire even if the candidate has minimal FE experience.

• Basic familiarity with React + Next.js
• Ability to assist in small UI tasks when needed
  
  

Soft Skills

• Ownership and problem-solving mindset
• Strong communication and documentation
• Ability to collaborate across AI, FE, DevOps, and product teams
  
  

Note: Both Python and Node.js engineers are equally welcome.

The focus is backend engineering; frontend experience is optional.

What Makes Us Unique

• First-Mover Advantage: We are the only Vertical SaaS product company addressing Talent Supply Chain challenges in the IT services industry.
• Innovative Product Suite: Our solutions offer forward-thinking features that outshine traditional ERP systems.
• Strategic Expertise: Guided by an advisory board of ex-CXOs from top global IT firms, providing unmatched industry insights.
• Experienced Leadership: Our founding team brings deep expertise from leading firms like McKinsey, Deloitte, Amazon, Infosys, TCS, and Uber.
• Diverse and Growing Team: We have grown to 160+ employees across India, with hubs in Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, and Kolkata.
• Strong Financial Backing: Series A-funded by Sequoia, with global IT companies using our product as a core solution.
  
  

Why Join Prismforce

• Competitive Compensation: We offer an attractive salary and benefits package that rewards your contributions.
• Innovative Projects: Work on pioneering projects with cutting-edge technologies transforming the Talent Supply Chain.
• Collaborative Environment: Thrive in a dynamic, inclusive culture that values teamwork and innovation.
• Growth Opportunities: Continuous learning and development are core to our philosophy, helping you advance your career.
• Flexible Work: Enjoy flexible work arrangements that balance your work-life needs.
  
  

By joining Prismforce, youll become part of a rapidly expanding, innovative company thats reshaping the future of tech services and talent management.

Perks & Benefits

• Work with the best in the industry: Work with a high-pedigree leadership team that will challenge you, build on your strengths and invest in your personal development
• Insurance Coverage-Group Mediclaim cover for self,spouse,kids and parents & Group Term Life Insurance Policy for self.
• Flexible Policies
• Retiral Benefits
• Hybrid Work Model
• Self-driven career progression tool

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