Software Engineer II - Ruby on Rails

Paychex; Tempe (AZ); Remote; USD 75,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Paychex as a Level 2 Software Engineer and contribute to our cutting-edge HR technology solutions. This fully remote role involves working with Ruby on Rails, React, and Vue.js, optimizing systems for scalability and performance. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and have the opportunity to mentor junior developers while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical coverage

401(k) + employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Flexibility programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with Ruby on Rails.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.
• Proficiency in Python and JavaScript frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain cloud-based applications.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and implement solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.

Skills

Ruby on Rails

React

Vue.js

Python

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Efficiency

Scalability

Accountability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater to the changing needs of employers and their employees. With our award-winning training and endless opportunities for growth and development, you can build a lifelong career with us. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and innovative culture. Our leaders are here to support your career journey; they and our dedicated employees embody the values that drive us to support each other, our clients, and our communities. Join us to pursue your passion and unleash your potential.
Overview

We are looking for a Level 2 Software Engineer to join our highly collaborative and fully remote team. This role is perfect for a seasoned engineer specializing in Ruby on Rails, React, & Vue.js and experience with AI engineering and AWS/Azure, with a passion for efficient, scalable systems and a strong focus on accountability. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and optimize software solutions that support our growth and performance objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and Maintain Applications: Design, develop, and maintain cloud based, scalable, high-performing software applications using Ruby on Rails, React, and Vue.js.
• Optimize System Performance: Identify performance bottlenecks and implement solutions to ensure applications remain fast, efficient, and reliable.
• Ensure Scalability: Build systems that are scalable and capable of handling high volumes of data and traffic.
• Code Reviews and Best Practices: Conduct code reviews, promote coding standards, and mentor junior developers in best practices.
• Contribute to System Architecture: Collaborate on system design to meet current and future technical challenges.

• Design and develop test automation code
• Complete complex program changes; self-directed
• Perform comprehensive analysis and design for broadly defined requirements
• Make significant technical contributions; contribute to technical direction
• Provide estimates required for user stories based on business requirements, specifications and designs
• Comply with and contribute to SDLC standards and CD/CI procedures to ensure consistency; introduce new standards and opportunities for improvements
• Monitor progress against task estimates to provide status
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for applications across environments, including high impact production issues
• Maintain existing code base, monitoring for failures in non-prod environments
• Support changes during quality assurance, user acceptance testing, and post implementation to ensure integrity of application
• Share technical expertise; guide and mentor others to maximize team effectiveness and quality
• Subject Matter Expert in a relevant technology or Paychex application

Qualifications

Technical Expertise:

• 2+ years of experience with Ruby on Rails.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer related discipline or equivalent work experience
• Proficiency in Python and JavaScript frameworks, particularly React and Vue.js.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.
• Knowledge with AI Engineering projects and business problems using LLMs.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement efficient solutions.
• Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work effectively in a remote, team-oriented environment.
• Efficiency-Oriented: Commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Scalability Focus: Experience building systems designed to scale.
• Accountability: Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality results within deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in an agile environment.
• Experience with AI Engineering projects and business problems using LLMs.
• Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Previous experience mentoring or leading small teams of developers.

Candidates for this position may not be located in California. This position is available for US based applicants only.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. Paychex is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

Compensation

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting base pay range for this position is $75,530-$118,690 annually. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.

Live the Paychex Values

Act with uncompromising integrity.

Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.

Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.

Work in partnership and support each other.

Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.

Treat each other with respect and dignity.

What's in it for you?

• We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
• We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
• We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
• We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
• We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.




Paychex is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a workplace culture of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. Our valued employees and commitment to DEI are the essence of our internal and external success.


Technical Expertise:

• 2+ years of experience with Ruby on Rails.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer related discipline or equivalent work experience
• Proficiency in Python and JavaScript frameworks, particularly React and Vue.js.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.
• Knowledge with AI Engineering projects and business problems using LLMs.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement efficient solutions.
• Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work effectively in a remote, team-oriented environment.
• Efficiency-Oriented: Commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Scalability Focus: Experience building systems designed to scale.
• Accountability: Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality results within deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in an agile environment.
• Experience with AI Engineering projects and business problems using LLMs.
• Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Previous experience mentoring or leading small teams of developers.

Candidates for this position may not be located in California. This position is available for US based applicants only.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. Paychex is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time



• Develop and Maintain Applications: Design, develop, and maintain cloud based, scalable, high-performing software applications using Ruby on Rails, React, and Vue.js.
• Optimize System Performance: Identify performance bottlenecks and implement solutions to ensure applications remain fast, efficient, and reliable.
• Ensure Scalability: Build systems that are scalable and capable of handling high volumes of data and traffic.
• Code Reviews and Best Practices: Conduct code reviews, promote coding standards, and mentor junior developers in best practices.
• Contribute to System Architecture: Collaborate on system design to meet current and future technical challenges.
• Design and develop test automation code
• Complete complex program changes; self-directed
• Perform comprehensive analysis and design for broadly defined requirements
• Make significant technical contributions; contribute to technical direction
• Provide estimates required for user stories based on business requirements, specifications and designs
• Comply with and contribute to SDLC standards and CD/CI procedures to ensure consistency; introduce new standards and opportunities for improvements
• Monitor progress against task estimates to provide status
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for applications across environments, including high impact production issues
• Maintain existing code base, monitoring for failures in non-prod environments
• Support changes during quality assurance, user acceptance testing, and post implementation to ensure integrity of application
• Share technical expertise; guide and mentor others to maximize team effectiveness and quality
• Subject Matter Expert in a relevant technology or Paychex application

About the company

Paychex, Inc. is an American provider of human resource, payroll, and benefits outsourcing services for small- to medium-sized businesses.

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