Senior Software Engineer, Ruby on Rails - Remote

Overview

As a Senior Software Engineer, Ruby on Rails on the Backend Platform team, you will play a key role in simplifying backend complexity at Handshake, empowering product teams to deliver value faster and better.

In Short

• Architect and implement scalable backend services and developer tooling.
• Shape best practices for Ruby on Rails development.
• Create intuitive paved paths for product teams.
• Lead technical initiatives like evolving the GraphQL ecosystem.
• Improve developer experience by refining local development environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive technical solutions.
• Mentor and support other engineers through code reviews and pair programming.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with Ruby on Rails.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals including TDD and clean code practices.
• Experience designing and maintaining GraphQL APIs.
• Expertise with Elasticsearch implementation and query optimization.
• Experience with caching strategies (Redis) and background job systems (Sidekiq).
• Customer-first mindset with examples of improving developer experience.
• History of elevating team standards through code reviews and mentorship.

Benefits

• Equity and ownership in a fast-growing company.
• 16 Weeks of paid parental leave for birth giving parents.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision policies.
• $500 home office stipend for creating a productive workspace.
• Generous learning & development opportunities with an annual stipend.
• Monthly internet stipend and a brand new MacBook.
• Flexible time off policy for US-based employees.