Mid - Senior / Ruby Founding Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing, profitable tech startup near Luton is seeking a Founding Ruby Engineer to join their collaborative team. This mid to senior-level role centers on backend development with Ruby, providing an opportunity to significantly influence the company's technical direction and culture. Ideal candidates should have 4+ years of experience and excellent communication skills, thriving in a startup atmosphere.

Benefits

Supportive, collaborative team environment

Opportunity to grow with the business

Qualifications

• 4+ years of software development experience with Ruby on Rails.
• Strong backend focus, comfortable in a startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of backend development using Ruby.
• Help transition development from an overseas team to in-house.

Skills

Backend engineering skills

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Founding Ruby Engineer – Profitable Startup Near Luton (Hybrid)

Are you interested in making a real impact at a growing, profitable startup? We're working with a bootstrapped tech company based near Luton that’s looking for a Founding Ruby Engineer to join their close-knit, collaborative team.

This is a mid to senior-level role with a strong backend focus, ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment and is excited about helping shape the future of a development team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Take ownership of backend development using Ruby
• Collaborate closely with a small, passionate team
• Help transition development from an overseas team to an in-house model
• Play a key role in shaping the company’s tech direction and culture

What They’re Looking For:

• 4+ years of software development experience, with Ruby on Rails
• Strong backend engineering skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Comfortable working 2 days a week in the office (near Luton)

What’s on Offer:

• £45,000–£55,000 salary
• A pivotal role in a profitable, growing startup
• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• The chance to grow with the business and influence its technical future