Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. VetsEZ is seeking a Ruby on Rails API Developer for a 100% remote position supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. The selected candidate will design, develop, and maintain high-performance RESTful APIs while collaborating with various teams to ensure the APIs meet business objectives and client requirements.
Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality RESTful APIs using Ruby on Rails.
• Collaborate with product managers, front-end developers, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical specifications.
• Ensure API scalability, reliability, and performance by applying best practices and modern engineering standards.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code aligned with established coding guidelines.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to support team quality and consistency.
• Implement and maintain automated testing procedures to ensure code quality and stability.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues promptly, providing effective and timely resolutions.
• Optimize existing APIs and systems to improve performance and scalability.
• Produce high-quality technical documentation, including API guides, usage instructions, and test reports.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in Ruby on Rails and API development.
• Participate in project planning, estimation, sprint activities, and timeline management.
• Contribute to team objectives and take on additional responsibilities as needed.
Skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a Ruby on Rails developer with a focus on API development.
• Strong understanding of Ruby, the Rails framework, and RESTful API design principles.
• Experience building and consuming APIs using REST, GraphQL, or OpenAPI specifications.
• Proficiency with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and Bootstrap.
• Experience working with Linux environments and cloud platforms such as AWS, EC2, or Azure.
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience working in Agile or Scrum development environments.
• Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of secure coding principles and security best practices.
• Experience with TDD or BDD development methodologies.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD tools related to API development.
• Experience collaborating with VA stakeholders to deliver technology solutions.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Ruby on Rails systems within a federal agency environment.
• Knowledge of VA operations, policies, and programs.
Benefits
• Medical/Dental/Vision.
• 401k with Employer Match.
• PTO + Federal Holidays.
• Corporate Laptop.
• Training Opportunities.
• Remote Opportunity.
Company Overview
• VetsEZ provides IT services & solutions such as data solutions, software solutions, PMO, and competitive edge solutions. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://vetsez.com.
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