Ruby on Rails Developer

Contract to hire (will consider direct hire for the right candidate). Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder. Local candidate strongly preferred; position is ultimately remote but requires travel to Charlottesville, VA one day every other week.

About the role

Our client, a health-tech firm, is seeking a Programmer/Analyst to join a collaborative software development team. In this role, you'll design, develop, and support business applications that help clients solve real-world challenges. You'll work closely with project managers, fellow developers, and customers throughout the software development lifecycle, contributing to new features, maintaining existing applications, and helping shape future technical solutions.

We're looking for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, collaborating with others, and continuously learning. Whether your primary experience is with Ruby on Rails or another modern development framework, we value strong programming fundamentals and a willingness to learn. We are interested in individuals who want to be part of a dynamic team and establish a long-term career with a stable company.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Ruby on Rails applications following MVC architecture patterns
• Write clean, efficient, and well-tested Ruby code adhering to Rails conventions and best practices
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for web applications
• Create responsive web applications with server-side rendering and modern front-end integration
• Debug and troubleshoot application issues, performance bottlenecks, and scalability challenges
• Maintain and upgrade existing Rails applications to newer versions
• Participate in agile development processes including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Conduct and participate in peer code reviews to maintain code quality standards
• Work closely with frontend developers, designers, and product managers on feature development
• Document code, APIs, and development processes for team knowledge sharing
• Contribute to technical architecture discussions and technology selection decisions
• Support Help Desk personnel with specific application knowledge

Requirements

• Three or more years of professional software development experience, preferably with Ruby on Rails
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field) with demonstrated software development experience through internships, projects, or equivalent work
• Strong proficiency in Ruby programming language and Rails framework fundamentals is preferred; applicable proficiency in Python or another language/framework will be considered
• Experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.) and Active Record ORM is preferred
• Solid understanding of MVC architecture, RESTful API design, and web development principles is required
• Proficiency with Git version control, branching strategies, and collaborative development workflows is required
• Experience with testing frameworks (RSpec, Minitest) and test-driven development practices is preferred
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end integration with Rails applications is preferred
• Experience with Redis, Sidekiq, or other background job processing systems is a plus
• Knowledge of modern front-end frameworks (React, Vue.js) and API-first development is a plus
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Willingness to learn new technologies

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k), with 4% matching
• Paid Time Off
• Life insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance

About MeeBoss

MeeBoss is a startup revolutionizing the online recruiting industry. Our mission is to streamline the hiring process, empowering both job seekers and employers to connect effectively. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, MeeBoss is transforming the way companies attract, engage, and hire top talent. Our solutions are tailored to the needs of modern businesses through direct chat with job-ready talent and to connect job seekers to the person behind the job, delivering a seamless, personalized experience—anywhere, anytime. All postings we share are carried out with the prior consent and partnership of our clients.