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, you'll become part of a rapidly expanding, innovative company that's 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