Ruby Engineer | $80/hr Remote
Posted 2 weeks ago by Crossing Hurdles
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
EMEA
Summary: The Staff Ruby Engineer position is a contract role focused on designing and architecting scalable systems using Ruby and Rails. The engineer will lead API development, optimize performance, and mentor other engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This remote position requires a commitment of 10-40 hours per week. The role emphasizes best practices in code quality and technical solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and architect robust, scalable systems and services using Ruby and Rails
- Lead the development of APIs and service-oriented architectures to enable seamless integrations
- Drive performance optimization efforts across applications and databases
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define and implement technical solutions
- Establish and uphold best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment
- Mentor and guide engineers, fostering a culture of learning and technical excellence
Key Skills:
- Expert proficiency in Ruby and Ruby on Rails
- Extensive experience in system design and architecture for mission-critical applications
- Advanced skills in relational and non-relational database design
- Proven track record of performance optimization and scalability improvements
- Strong background in API design and service-oriented architecture
- Demonstrated mentorship abilities and team leadership experience
Salary (Rate): £80.00/hr
City: undetermined
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Position: Staff Ruby Engineer
Type: Contract
Compensation: $20 - $80/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10-40 hrs/week
Role Responsibilities
- Design and architect robust, scalable systems and services using Ruby and Rails
- Lead the development of APIs and service-oriented architectures to enable seamless integrations
- Drive performance optimization efforts across applications and databases
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define and implement technical solutions
- Establish and uphold best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment
- Mentor and guide engineers, fostering a culture of learning and technical excellence
Requirements
- Have expert proficiency in Ruby and Ruby on Rails
- Have extensive experience in system design and architecture for mission-critical applications
- Have advanced skills in relational and non-relational database design
- Have a proven track record of performance optimization and scalability improvements
- Have a strong background in API design and service-oriented architecture
- Demonstrate mentorship abilities and team leadership experience
Application Process
- Easy Apply on LinkedIn
- Check email for next steps
- Participate in resume evaluation & interview stage