Ruby On Rails Developer

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Ruby on Rails Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of back-end development, a passion for Ruby, and the skills to contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable applications and ensure our products meet user and business needs.

Responsibilities:

1. Application Development
• Develop, test, and maintain web applications using Ruby on Rails and related technologies.
• Write clean, efficient, and scalable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Design and implement robust and secure RESTful APIs and integrate them with front-end applications.
2. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Work
• Work closely with front-end developers, designers, and project managers to define and implement features.
• Participate in daily standups, sprint planning, and other Agile ceremonies to stay aligned on project goals and timelines.
• Collaborate with DevOps and QA teams to ensure smooth deployment and testing processes.
3. Database & Server Management
• Design, manage, and optimize database schemas, queries, and performance using relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Write and maintain SQL and NoSQL queries to support application functionality.
• Handle server-side logic and work with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Heroku) to deploy and manage applications.
4. Troubleshooting & Debugging
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve performance issues, bugs, and other technical problems.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers to maintain high code quality.
• Continuously optimize application performance and ensure high availability and responsiveness.
5. Documentation & Best Practices
• Maintain thorough documentation of code, processes, and solutions to promote team efficiency.
• Implement best practices for security, scalability, and maintainability.
• Stay updated with the latest Ruby on Rails versions, features, and industry trends.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Ruby on Rails Developer, with a portfolio or examples of previous work.
• Strong understanding of Ruby, Ruby on Rails, and object-oriented programming principles.
• Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and libraries (e.g., React, Angular).
• Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and database design principles.
• Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git) and collaborative coding workflows.
• Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and writing unit, integration, and functional tests.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Heroku, or Azure.
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Knowledge of front-end frameworks and JavaScript libraries, such as React or Vue.js.
• Understanding of Docker, Kubernetes, and containerization.
• Knowledge of API development, including RESTful and GraphQL APIs.