Backend Engineer (Rails) - Remote Work | REF#308543

BairesDev; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive compensation in USD

Home office setup

Flexible hours

Parental leave & holidays

Mentorship and growth

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Backend Engineer (Rails) to design, build and scale high-performance backend systems. You will contribute as a key technical member, ensuring robust data management and seamless API integration to support business growth.

You will work 100% remotely with flexible hours, competitive compensation in USD or local currency, and opportunities to collaborate with the global Top 1% of tech talent.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in software engineering focused on Ruby on Rails.
• Experience building modular and monolithic Rails apps.
• Strong PostgreSQL/ActiveRecord and query optimization.
• Experience with asynchronous processing (Sidekiq/Resque).
• Proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs with Ruby on Rails.
• Optimize database performance and ensure data integrity in PostgreSQL/MySQL.
• Implement background processing with Sidekiq or Resque.
• Ensure code quality with RSpec tests.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set architecture and deployment strategies.
• Manage and monitor production environments and deployments on AWS.

Skills

Ruby on Rails

PostgreSQL

ActiveRecord

RSpec

RESTful APIs

English

Tools

Sidekiq

Resque

AWS

Job description

Backend Engineer (Rails) at BairesDev

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

As a Backend Engineer (Rails), you will build and scale high-performance monolithic and modular applications. You will serve as a key technical contributor in designing robust backend systems, ensuring seamless data management and efficient API integration to support business growth.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Ruby on Rails.
• Optimize database performance and ensure data integrity using PostgreSQL/MySQL and ActiveRecord.
• Implement background processing and asynchronous task management using Sidekiq or Resque.
• Ensure code quality and system reliability through comprehensive testing with RSpec.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architectural standards and deployment strategies.
• Manage and monitor production environments and application deployments on AWS.

What We Are Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in Software Engineering with a focus on Ruby on Rails.
• Proven expertise in building and scaling modular and monolithic Rails applications.
• Strong proficiency with PostgreSQL, ActiveRecord, and database optimization.
• Extensive experience with asynchronous processing using Sidekiq or Resque.
• Hands-on experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!