Ruby on Rails Application Developer

Sr. Ruby on Rails Application Developer (Contract)

Location:

Carrollton, TX
Duration: 6 months
Pay Rate: $70/hr – $72/hr

• Use the latest tools and techniques, including Ruby on Rails, Git, AI‑assisted coding tools, and Agile methodologies.
• Leverage RSpec and Capybara for automated testing, ensuring high‑quality TDD/BDD practices.
• Build and support RESTful APIs, microservices, and enterprise‑grade web applications.
• Prepare software for deployment using CI/CD pipelines and containerization tools like Docker.
• Respond to and resolve complex bugs and performance bottlenecks logged by users of a live production system.
• Manage small projects independently while serving as a technical lead or mentor on larger, cross‑functional initiatives.
• Work in Linux/Unix environments and optimize development workflows using tools like VS Code or Ruby Mine.
• Utilize AWS (EC2, RDS, S3) for scalable cloud‑based development and deployment.
• Establish rigorous test plans through the design and implementation phases, tracking results to ensure all changes meet finalized business requirements.
• Demonstrate behaviors aligned with the organization's culture, emphasizing collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent professional work experience.
• 7 years of experience in software development with a primary focus on the Ruby on Rails framework and building scalable web applications.
• 3 years of experience working with complex business‑logic engines or state machines (e.g., AASM, Workflow, or custom rule engines).
• Deep experience with RSpec, Mini Test, and integration testing suites.
• 3 years of experience with Git, including advanced branching and merging strategies.
• Proven experience working in Linux environments and managing cloud infrastructure via AWS.
• Proficiency with SQL (Postgre
  
  SQL/MySQL), Redis, and modern IDEs like VS Code.
• Experience with AI‑augmented development tools such as Cursor or Git Hub Copilot is highly preferred.

Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401(k) plan. Eligible for paid leave including paid sick leave, holiday pay, and other leave required by federal, state, or local law.

Veterans/Disabled. Military‑connected talent encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity

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