Ruby on Rails Technical Lead — AI-Driven Platform

Runtime Group Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Runtime Group Ltd is looking for a Senior Technical Lead (Ruby on Rails) to transform the automotive space with cutting-edge technology. This role offers a unique chance to step into a VP of Engineering position within a year. You'll lead engineering teams, ensuring delivery of scalable and maintainable systems while integrating AI tools for enhanced customer journeys.

The ideal candidate will have deep experience in full-stack architecture and a proven track record in mentoring teams. This is a fast-paced environment where innovation drives significant commercial impact.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in architecting, developing, and scaling full-stack web platforms.
• Experience in guiding cross-disciplinary engineering teams for high-velocity delivery.
• Hands-on technical leadership with mentoring and code review experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-on technical leadership to engineering teams of 5-15.
• Owns and ensures scalable and maintainable system architecture.
• Partners closely with Product and Design teams on technical plans.
• Drives engineering excellence through best practices and continuous improvement.

Skills

Ruby & Ruby on Rails

Node.js & React exposure

API Design

Testing & Quality

Security and performance tuning

AI & LLMs integration

Job description

Runtime Group Ltd is looking for a Senior Technical Lead (Ruby on Rails) to transform the automotive space with cutting-edge technology. This role offers a unique chance to step into a VP of Engineering position within a year. You'll lead engineering teams, ensuring delivery of scalable and maintainable systems while integrating AI tools for enhanced customer journeys.

The ideal candidate will have deep experience in full-stack architecture and a proven track record in mentoring teams. This is a fast-paced environment where innovation drives significant commercial impact.