Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Ruby on Rails Developer to join our dynamic team in the higher education sector. As a Ruby on Rails Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining our applications and systems. Your expertise in Ruby on Rails is essential, and experience with AWS Glue and AWS tools for data wrangling and cleansing is a plus. Join us to make a significant impact on the educational landscape by creating innovative solutions that empower stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, test, and maintain Ruby on Rails applications that enhance the higher education experience
- Lead and participate in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code
- Integrate third-party APIs and services as needed for data processing and system functionality
- Utilize Ruby on Rails and Resque to build efficient and robust backend systems
- Optimize and enhance existing applications, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, and perform system upgrades
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of innovation and best practices
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to drive continuous improvement and innovation in our software solutions
Qualifications**:**
- 5+ years of professional software development experience with a strong focus on Ruby on Rails
- Proficiency in building and maintaining Ruby on Rails applications with a track record of delivering successful projects
- Familiarity with Resque or similar background job processing systems
- Experience with AWS Glue and AWS tools for data wrangling and cleansing is preferred, but not mandatory
- Passion for staying updated on emerging technologies and best practices in software development
- Prior experience in the higher education domain is a plus, but not required
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a team-oriented environment
Location: Remote
*Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Us:
Known for “Delighting the Client” through performance, innovation and an employee-centric culture, S2Tech is a fast-growing IT consulting company serving clients in over a quarter of the United States. We are widely recognized as a leading provider of both technical and business services in support of Health and Human Services related projects. Feel free to learn more at www.s2tech.com.
Why S2Tech?:
- Stable privately-owned company with a strong reputation for building long-term client relationships through the delivery of consistent value-based service
- 25 year history of providing IT and Business services to private customers and government programs throughout the United States
- Expansive client portfolio and active projects – employees benefit from innovative project exposure and in-house skill development training/courses
- Corporate culture that emphasizes the importance of family and promotes healthy work-life balance
- Offer competitive pay and a range of benefits including:
- Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance – insurance premium assistance provided
- Additional Insurance (Life, Disability, etc.)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick Leave)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan & Health Savings Account
- Various training courses to promote continuous learning
- Corporate Wellness Program
- Be part of a company that gives back through its non-profit organization, Fortune Fund, which was launched in 2001. The goal of the Fortune Fund is to close the rural/urban divide by ensuring children in rural communities in India and the United States understand the importance of education & are aware of professional career opportunities allowing them to link their professional & educational goals
S2Tech is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer making decisions without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected class.