Backend Developer

Key Responsibilities

• Implementation & optimization of a robust set of services and APIs to power the web and Mobile Applications
• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Ruby code
• Integration of data storage solutions viz MemCache, Redis, and MongoDB
• Building reusable code and libraries for future use
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers
• Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to these problems
• Integration of the front-end and back-end aspects of the web application
• Create database schemas that represent and support business processes
• Management of the hosting environment, including database administration and scaling an application to support load changes

Skills & Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in Ruby on Rails
• Understanding of data and application security
• Understanding of asynchronous programming and its quirks and workarounds
• Proficient understanding of git or any version management system
• Familiarity with development-aiding tools such as Bundler, Yarn, NPM etc
• Good understanding of server-side templating languages such as ERB, Jade, EJS, Jinja, etc
• Ability to implement automated testing platforms and unit tests
• Experience with application deployment and understanding of CD/CI Pipelines

Desired Qualities

• Problem-Solving Skills : Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex problems efficiently and provide practical solutions.
• Communication Skills : Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Team Collaboration : Experience working in a collaborative team environment, understanding the importance of sharing knowledge and supporting team members.
• Adaptability : Flexibility to adapt to new technologies and challenges, showing a willingness to learn and grow within the role.
• Attention to Detail : Keen attention to detail when writing code and checking in codebase changes to prevent future issues.
• Time Management : Ability to manage time effectively, meeting deadlines and prioritising tasks in a fast-paced development environment.
• Passion for Development : A strong passion for backend development and continuous improvement in coding standards and practices.
• Proactive Attitude : Takes initiative to identify issues and opportunities before they become problems
• Innovative Thinking : Ability to think creatively to deliver innovative solutions or improvements to existing systems.
• Resilience : Capable of working under pressure and managing work in a dynamic and complex environment.