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Senior/Principal Software Engineer - Ruby on Rails

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Description

A Senior Software Engineer for Ruby on Rails at Creative Chaos is mainly responsible for developing server applications. This includes writing Restful APIs consumed by client applications. The engineer ensures functionality, security, and performance of the server application, ensuring it is bug-free. They also mentor juniors and strengthen the team through training.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze business requirements

  • Estimate assigned tasks

  • Write code and unit tests

  • Collaborate with other team members

  • Tune code for enhanced security and performance

  • Maintain systems by fixing any issues

  • Update issue tracking software

  • Provide status updates

  • Communicate with client

  • Control versions of your code

  • Research new technologies

  • Lead a team of software engineers

  • Mentor team members through training and guidance

  • Upgrade skills and knowledge

  • Evaluate candidates for open positions

Requirements

  • BS degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or similar relevant field

  • 3-8 years of experience in Ruby on Rails and its frameworks

  • Experience with common gems in the Ruby/Rails ecosystem (e.g., Devise, Pundit)

  • Experience building large-scale production web applications with API interfaces

  • Handling performance challenges of production RoR web applications

  • Understanding of the testing pyramid, comfortable with RSpec

  • Ability to work effectively at all levels of the stack: Rails, Ruby, ES6

  • Familiarity with front-end technologies (JavaScript, CSS, HTML)

  • Strong understanding in SQL and experience in writing SQL queries

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, AWS, and cloud technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

  • Experience in Agile development methodologies, such as SCRUM

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

About

Creative Chaos is an integrated technology innovation firm that specializes in building MVPs for startups and Fortune 500 companies. Our mission is to help startups and enterprises bring their ideas to life. We believe that innovation can only be delivered through commitment, grit, and team resolve. Our process is driven by a proven MVP Development Framework and powered by passionate people committed to excellence. We specialize in building web applications, mobile apps, and IoT solutions.

Key Facts:

• Established in 2000

• Headquartered in Boston

• Global Delivery Network with offices in Europe, Middle East, South East, and Far East Asia

• 300+ full-time associates globally

• Specialize in product innovation and agile development

• 400+ successful projects across multiple industry verticals

• Focus on full life-cycle technology implementation and solutions

• Diverse technology expertise

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