Staff Software Engineer

hackajob; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech-focused recruiting firm is looking for experienced engineers to lead the transition from Ruby to non-Ruby ecosystems. Ideal candidates should have 6+ years experience in software development with strong skills in Python and Java. The role involves significant problem-solving, effective stakeholder management, and passion for leveraging AI to enhance productivity. If you are excited about tackling large-scale technical challenges, apply now.

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience in software development, particularly in Python and Java.
• Demonstrated ability to work across multiple codebases.
• Experience with breaking apart software monoliths.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts to transition from Ruby to non-Ruby ecosystems.
• Ensure reliability through performance monitoring.
• Document system architecture and deployment procedures.

Skills

Python

Java

MySQL

PostgresSQL

Django

Rust

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Job description

hackajob on-demand focuses on matching talented contractors like you with organisations seeking specific skills for their projects. We use our platform to connect you with exciting contract opportunities and discuss projects on behalf of the companies we partner with.

Deliverables

• Own and lead on discrete areas of Rails monolith decommission as we move towards non-Ruby ecosystems, resulting in smooth transition and feature minimisation as you follow best practice engineering
• Identify, drive and support broader engineering efforts that facilitate the effective decommission efforts across multiple teams
• Ensure comprehensive test suite including integration tests and e2e testing with our existing mobile app testing infrastructure
• Documentation for system architecture, API specifications, and deployment procedures
• Performance monitoring and observability tools for system reliability

Skills Required

• 6+ years experience in Python / Java and MySQL / PostgresSQL and familiarity with modern development frameworks.
• Demonstrated polyglot ability and an eager willingness to jump into any code base. In particular, familiarity with Python / Django and Java are strongly desired. Any experience in Rust will also be strongly considered.
• Breaking apart monoliths, utilizing contextually appropriate strategies.
• Strong communication skills to manage stakeholders and coordinate execution across multiple teams.
• Exceptional ability to solve problems both in code and outside of code.
• Passion for developer productivity and staying up-to-date with AI advancements, including expectations that AI-coding assistants are leveraged on a day-to-day basis to boost productivity and drive results.

This role combines mission-driven work, large-scale technical challenges, and the resources of a global leader . If you’re excited to help transform flexible work at scale, apply, and we'll reach out to you.