Senior Developer, Back End(Ruby) - Discovery

Fullscript; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare technology company is seeking a Senior Ruby Developer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will lead the design of scalable backend systems, collaborate with frontend engineers, and enhance the platform's functionality. The company values continuous learning and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. With a focus on building impactful healthcare solutions, this position is perfect for passionate software engineers eager to make a difference. Join us in transforming healthcare into a more connected and comprehensive experience for practitioners and patients alike.

Benefits

Generous PTO

RRSP match program

Flexible benefits package

Training budget

Discount on products

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Experience with Ruby on Rails and building APIs.
• Passionate about software engineering and mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead solution design for product discovery and catalog search.
• Partner with Frontend Engineers to architect scalable backend systems.

Skills

Ruby

Ruby on Rails

Testing

Design Patterns

Mentoring

Tools

React

GraphQL

ElasticSearch

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At Fullscript, we’re not just changing healthcare—we’re making it whole.

We help 100,000+ healthcare practitioners support 10 million patients with a platform that delivers evidence-based health solutions, diagnostic support, and practitioner tools—all in one place.

Healthcare today is disconnected. We’re fixing that. Fullscript makes it easier for practitioners to treat the whole person, not just symptoms, so patients get the support they need—when they need it.

We’re building a better way—one where healthcare is connected, complete, and built for impact.

Fullscript is currently looking for experienced Senior Ruby Developer who want to build a platform to create rich, stable, and compelling experiences for our users. Our team cares about doing things well, and about the developer experience on the team. We host in-house training on all sorts of topics, from React all the way through to Kubernetes. Fullscript is a place where you’ll be encouraged to learn, mentor, and grow.

Fullscript is written with Ruby on Rails, and our Ruby Developers build and maintain our internal GraphQL API. They work directly with our front-end engineers to build out functionality on the Fullscript platform. On the front-end, we’re using React, TypeScript, and Apollo to create top-notch experiences for our users.

This is how we like building software: https://fullscript.com/developer-handbook. If you share our values, we’d be excited to talk with you!

What you'll do

• Lead solution design for key initiatives related to product discovery and catalog search, ensuring performance, scalability, and long-term maintainability
• Partner with Frontend Engineers to architect scalable backend systems that support high-throughput experiences across the Fullscript platform
• Work closely with Search Algorithm teams to deliver a robust and seamless backend infrastructure that powers intelligent and reliable search functionality
• Drive continuous technical improvements by establishing and upholding engineering quality standards
• Provide thoughtful code reviews and mentor team members to elevate technical excellence across the team
  
  
  

What You Bring To The Table

• You are a passionate software engineer that cares about your craft. You are excited to learn, lead projects and want to produce the best work possible
• Experience with Ruby or Ruby on Rails
• You write tests and understand their value
• A desire to learn and being open to feedback
• Understanding of design patterns and clean code
• Experience mentoring or coaching junior engineers
  
  
  

Bonus if you have

• Experience scaling or working on high-scale web applications
• Past experience working in e-commerce or health-tech sector
• Experience with React, or similar technology
• Experience with ElasticSearch, or similar technologies
• You’ve worked with GraphQL in the past
  
  
  

What We Can Offer You

• Generous PTO and competitive pay
• Fullscript’s RRSP match program for financial health
• Flexible benefits package and workplace wellness program
• Training budget and company-wide learning initiatives
• Discount on Fullscript catalog of products
• Ability to work Wherever You Work Well*
  
  
  

Why Fullscript?

Great work happens when people are supported, challenged, and inspired. Here, you’ll be part of a team that:

⬦ Values innovation—we push boundaries and always look for better ways.

⬦ Supports growth—through learning, mentorship, and meaningful work.

⬦ Cares about balance—with flexible work options and time off when you need it.

Apply now—let’s build the future of healthcare, together.

Fullscript is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon request—email [e-mail] for support.

Before joining the team, all candidates who receive and accept an offer will complete a background check.

MORE INFO: www.fullscript.com | www.rupahealth.com | Follow us on social media @fullscriptHQ

IN THE NEWS: Fullscript acquires Rupa Health

Let’s make healthcare whole

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Health and Human Services

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