About Persistent
We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate whats next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.
Our disruptors mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix Assessment 2026.
About Position
The Python Backend Engineer will be responsible for building scalable backend systems and integrating advanced AI/LLM capabilities into enterprise applications. This role focuses on developing robust APIs, designing prompt-driven workflows, and ensuring reliable, high-performance systems using event-driven architectures. The engineer will work across cloud platforms, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to building resilient, AI-powered backend services.
- Role: Python Engineer
- Location: Pune
- Experience: 8 to 12 years
- Job Type: Full Time Employment
What You'll Do
- Design and develop scalable backend systems using Python
- Integrate and work with LLM/AI APIs such as OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, and Amazon Bedrock
- Build and maintain REST APIs with JSON schema validation and automation pipelines
- Design prompt templates and validate AI-generated outputs for structure and accuracy
- Work with SCM REST APIs (GitHub, Bitbucket, AWS CodeCommit) for branch, commit, and PR workflows
- Build and manage AWS-based solutions using services like Lambda, SQS, EKS, Secrets Manager, and CloudWatch
- Implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git workflows, and webhook-based integrations
- Work on event-driven, asynchronous systems with retry logic and structured logging
- Handle database design, optimization, and data modeling using MySQL and DynamoDB
- Develop and execute unit test cases and frameworks
Expertise You'll Bring
- strong experience in Python backend development
- Hands-on experience with AI/LLM API integration
- Strong knowledge of REST API development and integration
- Experience in prompt engineering and validating LLM outputs
- Expertise in SCM tools and APIs (GitHub, Bitbucket, CodeCommit)
- Experience working with AWS cloud services
- Strong understanding of CI/CD tools and practices
- Solid experience with relational (MySQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB) databases
- Knowledge of event-driven architectures and resilient system design
- Hands-on experience in unit testing frameworks
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
Lets unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers
- Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Python,AI, AWS, LLM/AI
