Principal Consultant, Backend Engineer (Python, FastAPI, GenAI)

Pune - India

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Ready to build the future with AI
At Genpact we dont just keep up with technologywe set the pace. AI and digital innovation are redefining industries and were leading the charge. Genpacts AI Gigafactory our industry-first accelerator is an example of how were scaling advanced technology solutions to help global enterprises work smarter grow faster and transform at scale. From large-scale models to agentic AI our breakthrough solutions tackle companies most complex challenges.
If you thrive in a fast-moving innovation-driven environment love building and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions and want to push the boundaries of whats possible this is your moment.
Genpact (NYSE: G) is an advanced technology services and solutions company that delivers lasting value for leading enterprises globally. Through our deep business knowledge operational excellence and cutting-edge solutions we help companies across industries get ahead and stay ahead. Powered by curiosity courage and innovation our teams implement data technology and AI to create tomorrow today. Get to know us at and on LinkedIn X YouTube and Facebook.
Inviting applications for the role of Principal Consultant Backend Engineer (Python FastAPI GenAI)
We are seeking a hands-on Senior Backend Engineer to design and develop scalable backend services powering GenAI-based applications in the manufacturing domain. This role requires deep technical expertise in Python FastAPI AWS and hands-on experience integrating Generative AI (LLMs embeddings vector databases prompt engineering).
As a senior engineer you will actively code review and deliver features while also providing technical leadership mentorship and architectural guidance to the team.
Responsibilities
Hands-On Backend Engineering
oDesign build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Python (FastAPI).
oImplement RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) pipelines embeddings and AI workflows.
oWrite clean maintainable and testable code ensuring performance and scalability.
System Design & Architecture
oContribute to architectural design while remaining hands-on with coding and implementation.
oDefine integration strategies for LLMs vector databases and GenAI pipelines.
oEstablish best practices for code quality scalability and reliability.
Cloud & DevOps Leadership
oDeploy and optimize backend services on AWS (ECS Lambda API Gateway S3 RDS/DynamoDB).
oCollaborate with DevOps to enhance CI/CD pipelines and monitoring systems.
oImplement observability logging and cost optimization practices.
Mentorship & Collaboration
oGuide and mentor junior engineers while staying hands-on in delivery.
oDrive code reviews knowledge-sharing and squad-level technical excellence.
oWork closely with product managers QA engineers and frontend teams.
Quality Assurance & Delivery
oDefine and enforce testing strategies (unit integration performance).
oEnsure adherence to security compliance and reliability standards.
Drive continuous improvement in squad productivity and delivery quality
Qualifications we seek in you!
Minimum Qualifications
Relevant years of backend engineering experience with active coding responsibilities.
Strong hands-on proficiency in Python (FastAPI framework).
Expertise in API design microservices and distributed systems.
Solid knowledge of databases (SQL/NoSQL) and data modeling.
Experience deploying cloud-native services on AWS.

Preferred Qualifications/ Skills
GenAI & Advanced Capabilities
oHands-on experience with LLMs embeddings vector databases(Open Search)
oPractical knowledge of prompt engineering (zero-shot few-shot RAG patterns).
oFamiliarity with LLM integration frameworks (LangChain Hugging Face OpenAI APIs).

Why join Genpact
Lead AI-first transformation Build and scale AI solutions that redefine industries
Make an impact Drive change for global enterprises and solve business challenges that matter
Accelerate your careerGain hands-on experience world-class training mentorship and AI certifications to advance your skills
Grow with the best Learn from top engineers data scientists and AI experts in a dynamic fast-moving workplace
Committed to ethical AI Work in an environment where governance transparency and security are at the core of everything we build
Thrive in a values-driven culture Our courage curiosity and incisiveness - built on a foundation of integrity and inclusion - allow your ideas to fuel progress
Come join the 140000 coders tech shapers and growth makers at Genpact and take your career in the only direction that matters: Up.
Lets build tomorrow together.

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