OVERVIEW
We are looking for a Software Engineer-Ruby that will help to build our client’s next generation of web-based products and services while working closely with other talented engineers. The ideal candidate will be versatile and highly motivated with a strong sense of commitment and teamwork. A background in financial systems is preferred, as is development experience in an iterative, Agile/SCRUM environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- As part of a small team, build and enhance financial business application software for the entertainment industry
- Work closely with QA, business analysts and customers to design and implement new feature requests
- Follow best practices related to coding, testing and building software using Ruby in a continuous integration environment
- As part of a team, implement large, complex enterprise software systems from the ground up
- Recommend new technologies, tools and standards to improve efficiency and productivity within the team
- Research, test, and implement new technologies to support the application architecture.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE
- BSCS or equivalent required, advanced degree a plus
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- 3+ years of experience with hands-on core Ruby development
- 5+ years of experience using SQL and relational databases (Oracle or Postgres a plus)
- 2+ years of experience using Grape
- Experience using Rake
- Cloud based development (AWS is a plus)
- Experience building large, multi-tenant web based and/or client server applications
- Experience designing and building RESTful APIs
- Expert knowledge of OOD, design patterns, data structures and algorithms
- Experience with role and rule based security and authentication tools and best-practices preferred (LDAP, single sign-on, etc.)
- Working knowledge of Agile/SCRUM development methodologies and best practices
- Experience using Redis/Memcache a plus
- Experience with JavaScript, AngularJS or ReactJS a plus
- Experience using Java a plus
- Financial systems experience (accounting, payroll, etc.) a plus
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
