Remote Ruby on Rails Backend Engineer (Contract)

Filetwigbay; Atlantic City (NJ); Remote; USD 61,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

DataFlow Systems is seeking a backend developer to build and maintain a Ruby on Rails service that endures heavy load. You will work with data teams to surface insights from production systems and own features from design through deployment.

The contract role offers mentorship, a clear technology ladder, and a Docker-heavy, Google Cloud–driven environment. Remote work is possible, or relocation to Atlantic City, NJ, for on-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Willingness to relocate to Atlantic City, NJ, or to work remotely.
• Strong communicator who writes effective meeting recaps and documents decisions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with data teams to surface insights from production systems.
• Maintain and optimize the Rails backend to handle high load.
• Architect fault-tolerant distributed systems leveraging Google Cloud and Rails.
• Implement feature flags and changes management for safe testing in production.
• Coordinate deployment pipelines to ensure smooth Atlantic City deployments.
• Bridge whiteboard concepts to production in Atlantic City, NJ.
• Maintain stability during code freezes and release cycles.

Skills

Remote work

Relocation flexibility

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Ruby on Rails

Docker

Google Cloud

Job description

DataFlow Systems is seeking a backend developer to build and maintain a Ruby on Rails service that endures heavy load. You will work with data teams to surface insights from production systems and own features from design through deployment.

The contract role offers mentorship, a clear technology ladder, and a Docker-heavy, Google Cloud–driven environment. Remote work is possible, or relocation to Atlantic City, NJ, for on-site collaboration.