Position Details:
Title: Ruby on Rails Consultant
Location: Columbia, SC 29201
Duration: 12 Months
Remote: This is 100% remote position
Scope of the project:
This is a 12 month contract to expand an existing Ruby on Rails application and incorporate new features requested by the client. Work will include front end development and backend development to meet contract deliverables. We work closely with our customers, and candidates will be expected to participate remotely in weekly meetings to discuss requirements for new development and give demos of completed development.
Function:
Works under general supervision and participates in the design and development of internet systems. May work independently or as a part of a team. May coach more junior technical staff.
General Characteristics:
Integrally involved in the development and support of an expanding suite of web applications and tools for our customers. This suite covers everything from a case management system, a Medicaid service tracking system, a Medicaid billing system, to new development for upcoming projects. Works closely with other IT groups and customers to define the system design and user interface based on customer needs and objectives. Participates in all phases of the development and implementation process. Ensures the integration of the web servers and all other supporting systems by using message based middleware and interfacing with relational databases. Be knowledgeable of best-practices for building secure web applications Responsible for developing client-side scripting and server-side application code. Extensive knowledge in using programming languages. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 5-7 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Daily duties / responsibilities:
Ruby and JavaScript development, ruby on rails development, writing tests, generating ad hoc reports for client as needed, providing daily status updates to team, following change management workflows, participation in client meetings for requirements gathering and demos of finished work, presence on our internal IM system during work hours.
Required skills (rank in order of importance):
Ruby, rails, GIT, JavaScript, web security, Linux experience, SQL, JQuery, REST API experience, excellent oral and written communication skills, test-driven development
Preferred skills (rank in order of importance):
JSON, COMMAND LINE, SSH, HAML, SCSS, ability to work independently, creating technical documentation, prior experience working as a remote contractor
Education:
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Additional Skills:
Test-Driven Development, Command Line, SSH, HAML, SCSS, ability to work independently, creating technical documentation, prior experience working as a remote contractor.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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