Ruby On Rails Developer

A fantastic recruitment platform based in Manchester are seeking a talented and passionate Ruby on Rails Developer to come and join their team. The role is remote with a few visits to the office a year.

As a key member of their development team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable web applications that meet our clients' needs. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with a strong background in Ruby on Rails development and a passion for delivering high-quality code.

As a Ruby On Rails Developer you’ll have:

• Proven experience developing web applications using Ruby on Rails
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles
• Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTM/CSS/JavaScript and jQuery
• Experience with relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL/MySQL) and SQL queries
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities As A Ruby On Rails Developer

• - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• - Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance web applications using Ruby on Rails.
• - Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.
• - Design and implement front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related technologies.
• - Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues in existing software applications.
• - Perform code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
• - Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in web development.
• Requirements:
• - Proven experience developing web applications using Ruby on Rails.
• - Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
• - Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery.
• - Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and SQL queries.
• - Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• - Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• - Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Preferred Qualifications:
• - Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and writing automated tests (e.g., RSpec, Capybara).
• - Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks/libraries such as React.js or AngularJS.
• - Experience with deployment and hosting platforms (e.g., Cloud66, Linode/Azure).
• - Understanding/experience of containerised applications (e.g. Docker/Kubernetes).
• - Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies, experience with Azure DevOps will be advantageous but not a requirement.
• - Ideally, contributions to open-source projects or a strong GitHub profile.

• Benefits:
• - Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• - Comprehensive health insurance plan.
• - Flexible work hours and remote work options.
• - Professional development opportunities and reimbursement for relevant certifications.
• - Company-sponsored events and team outings.