Senior Full Stack Engineer About the Role The Senior Full Stack Engineer is a key member of our software development team. We are looking for an individual who has a strong understanding of technology systems, a thoughtful approach to communication, and understands how elegant software can contribute to business outcomes. This role requires a broad understanding of languages and frameworks such as Ruby on Rails and GoLang, including knowledge of MVC pattern, Routing, Templates, and asset pipeline. The ideal candidate will be able to turn complex business requirements into elegant and maintainable code, have experience creating stable and reliable integrations between separate business systems, and like making a measurable impact on the business and consistently seek to drive business value through technological solutions. Responsibilities: - Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technical design, technical requirements, limitations, and implementation - Full-Stack Development: Utilize expertise in Ruby on Rails, GoLang, and Node.JS to contribute to the development of various components of our software applications, encompassing both frontend and backend functionalities - Code Review and Quality Assurance: Conduct regular code reviews, identify potential issues, and ensure high-quality code that is secure, maintainable, and efficient - Performance Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks and implement optimizations to enhance system performance and response times - Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand business requirements, provide technical insights, recommend best-practices and/or alternate approaches, and contribute to product planning and roadmaps - Agile Practices: Follow iterative software development methodology and contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle and support and articulate development status to technical and non-technical audiences - Research and Innovation: Stay up-to-date with latest trends, tools, and technologies related to Ruby on Rails, GoLang, Node.JS, and other relevant areas, apply this knowledge to drive innovation and improvements in our software development processes - Troubleshooting and Bug Fixing: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring stability and reliability of our platform and services Required Skills and Qualifications The successful candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications: - Proficiency in both frontend (Angular) and backend (Ruby on Rails) development - Experience with Angular, including knowledge of Angular components, services, dependencies, and unit testing - Experience with Ruby on Rails, including knowledge of MVC pattern, Routing, Templates, and asset pipeline - Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, along with experience in building responsive and scalable user interfaces - Solid understanding of server-side development, including database design, SQL and RESTful APIs - Experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases, as well as non-relational databases like MongoDB - Familiarity with deployment processes, including containerization (Docker) and cloud hosting (GCP) - Knowledge of testing frameworks and methods (Selenium, Capybara, RSpec, etc.), as well as experience with TDD (Test-Driven Development) - Proficiency with Git and GitHub, including branching, merging, and pull requests - Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including ability to work closely with designers, product managers, and other developers - Ability to break down complex problems into smaller parts, identify root cause, and come up with creative solutions - Willingness to learn new technologies and frameworks, as well as stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices - Deep understanding of user experience principles and design patterns, including usability, accessibility, and user interface design - Knowledge of performance optimization techniques, including caching, minification, and image compression - Basic understanding of web application security best practices, including input validation, authentication, and authorization - Experience with Agile software development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban - Familiarity with continuous integration tools and processes, including automated testing, build, and deployment - Good understanding of error handling mechanisms, including exception handling, error messages, and recovery strategies - Skill in debugging techniques, including console logs, browser inspector, and debugging tools Benefits As a full-time employee, we offer competitive benefits programs and perks designed to fit your needs and the needs of your family. 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