Senior Software Engineer

Hiring Senior Software Engineer for xcPEP development (Python+FastAPI+Next.js+AWS+GenAI)

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Location: Bommasandra, Bengaluru (On-site)

Experience: 2+ years in backend development

About the Role

Lead the backend architecture, development, and deployment of xcPEP for AI-driven cost engineering SaaS platform.

Manage a team of backend +Frontend + DevOps engineers, guide the transition from Django monolith to FastAPI microservices, and develop GenAI-powered features for should costing workflow in xcPEP.

This is a critical leadership position that requires technical depth, architectural vision, and strong people management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Backend Architecture

- Lead the migration from Django monolith to FastAPI-based microservices.
- Define and implement scalable API architecture for high-performance SaaS.
- Own database design and performance optimization for PostgreSQL + RDS.
- Ensure security best practices (SSO with Keycloak/Auth0/Okta, CSP, token-based access for assets).

GenAI & Advanced Features

- Integrate RAG pipelines with PostgreSQL + vector DB for AI-powered insights.
- Develop image-based data mapping modules using computer vision.
- Work with agentic AI frameworks to automate workflows.

Team Leadership

- Mentor backend engineers and enforce code quality standards.
- Collaborate with Frontend, DevOps, and AI/ML teams for feature delivery.
- Own backend hiring and onboarding.

Project Management

- Translate business requirements into backend deliverables.
- Prioritize tasks for sprint planning in coordination with Product Managers.
- Conduct architecture reviews and resolve bottlenecks.

Required Skills

Core Backend Skills

- Strong Python expertise with FastAPI and Django (monolith + API).
- Experience with microservices architecture & API gateway patterns.
- Advanced PostgreSQL skills (queries, optimization, schema design).
- Familiarity with AWS stack (ECS, S3, CloudFront, RDS, ALB, ACM).

AI/GenAI Integration

- Understanding of LLMs, RAG pipelines, and vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, or PGVector).
- Knowledge of LangChain, vLLM, or OpenAI API integration.

Security & Compliance

- SSO via SAML/OIDC.
- SOC 2 / ISO 27001 readiness.
- Secure handling of file & image access.

Leadership

- Proven experience in leading software development teams.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.