Ruby on Rails Software Engineer

DescriptionWe are in the market for a Ruby on Rails Software Engineer to join our team. As a key player in our company, you will be tasked with creating, modifying, and maintaining our software applications using the Ruby on Rails framework. This role is based in the vibrant city of New York, New York, United States. Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain web applications using Ruby on Rails• Collaborate with other team members to develop and implement new features• Debug issues in the existing codebase and come up with solutions• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge• Test software applications and systems for functionality• Collaborate with the design team to ensure user-friendly interfaces• Stay current with the latest developments and technologies in the Ruby on Rails space• Work on improving application performance• Ensure the scalability of our applications to meet future business needs.Requirements• Proficient in Ruby on Rails programming language• Strong understanding of the syntax of Ruby and its nuances• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming• Familiarity with concepts of MVC, Mocking, ORM, and RESTful• A knack for writing clean, readable Ruby code• Ability to integrate multiple data sources and databases into one system• Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application• Able to create database schemas that represent and support business processes• Able to implement automated testing platforms and unit tests• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools e.g. Git, Mercurial or SVN• Familiarity with development aiding tools such as Bower, Bundler, and Rake• Familiarity with continuous integration• Strong problem-solving skills• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Ability to work independently and as part of a team• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines• Strong attention to detail• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills• Proactive mindset and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing detail oriented development and learning.Job typePerm