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.Role: Software Development Engineer-2Reporting to: Technical LeadLocation: Mumbai/Bangalore/PuneJob 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
