Ruby on Rails Developer (Ruby)

TL;DR

Ruby on Rails Developer (Ruby/Rails): Building and maintaining scalable back-end systems, APIs, and background jobs for a U.S.-based client with an accent on database optimization and clean code. Focus on implementing complex business logic, ensuring high test coverage, and optimizing API performance.

Location: Remote (U.S. client business hours)

Company

hirify.global is a talent sourcing partner connecting skilled developers with global clients.

What you will do

• Build and maintain Rails applications, APIs, and background jobs.
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL/MySQL schemas and queries for scalability.
• Implement robust testing using RSpec, Minitest, and Capybara to maintain ≥80% code coverage.
• Integrate front-end frameworks like Stimulus, React, or Vue into Rails applications.
• Monitor system performance using New Relic, Datadog, or Rollbar and deploy hotfixes.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to scope and prioritize new features.

Requirements

• 3+ years of Ruby on Rails development experience.
• Proficiency in Ruby, ActiveRecord, and MVC architecture.
• Experience with PostgreSQL/MySQL and background job frameworks such as Sidekiq or Resque.
• Ability to work during U.S. client business hours.
• Familiarity with Git workflows and CI/CD tools.

Nice to have

• Experience deploying Rails applications to Heroku, AWS, or GCP.
• Familiarity with caching tools like Redis or Memcached.
• Industry exposure in SaaS, fintech, healthcare, or e-commerce.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time remote work arrangement.
• Strong emphasis on a culture of clean code and industry best practices.
• Collaborative environment with regular sprint ceremonies and clear KPIs.
• Opportunity to work with a U.S.-based client.

Hiring process

• Initial phone screen and video interview with hirify.global recruiter.
• Technical assessment involving the creation of a small Rails API.
• Final interview with the client's engineering team.