Senior Ruby Software Engineer

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.

Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Senior Ruby Software Engineer

Location: Remote, US

Hackster, an Avnet Company, is a small, high-performing, fast-paced team genuinely excited about serving our online community of over 2 million engineers who are passionate about the latest technology and innovation. We’re not your typical tech company; we host engineering contests with the largest brands in the industry, celebrate creators, and foster a space where engineers from all over the world come together to make product ideas a reality.

We’re on the hunt for a Senior Ruby Software Engineer to help shape the future of Hackster.io. If you love clean, well-documented code as much as you enjoy working on complex challenges that impact a global community of engineers, we think you’ll fit right in. We’re seeking someone with extensive knowledge of Ruby and other backend web technologies, a deep understanding of principles and industry best practices, and a knack for developing robust, scalable solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Feature Development: Architect, build, and maintain scalable web features using Ruby on Rails, Postgres, and BigQuery, ensuring an excellent user experience for our web community of engineers.
• System Architecture: Collaborate on architectural decisions, focusing on performance, security, and maintainability while scaling our systems to support high traffic.
• API Development: Develop and maintain efficient APIs using GraphQL and REST, enabling seamless integration and access to our community-driven content.
• Complex Problem Solving: Analyze complex situations and data, using in-depth evaluation to develop innovative solutions that meet our community’s needs and improve our platform’s functionality.
• Heroku & Google Cloud: Manage deployments and optimize our back-end infrastructure, leveraging Heroku and Google Cloud.
• DevOps & Automation: Improve our CI/CD processes and ensure system reliability by working with tools like Github, CircleCI, Heroku CLI, Sentry, and other DevOps tools.
• Front-end Collaboration: Work closely with our front-end team, which uses React, to deliver cohesive and engaging user experiences.
• Code Reviews & Mentorship: Review code, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to a culture of high engineering standards.
• Policy & Procedure Improvements: Offer suggestions to improve our engineering policies and procedures, helping streamline operations and maintain our platform’s excellence.

What We’re Looking For:

• Extensive Knowledge: Demonstrated expertise in software engineering principles, theories, and industry best practices. Deep experience across job functions and familiarity with broad industry standards.
• Experience: Typically 8+ years of professional experience with Ruby on Rails and full-stack development. 2+ years of experience with NodeJS. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience that provides the necessary skills is required.
• Strong Tech Stack: Proficiency with Ruby on Rails, NodeJS, PostgreSQL, Redis, GraphQL, and experience deploying applications on Heroku, Google Cloud, AWS, or other cloud infrastructure providers. Familiarity with React and front-end JavaScript is also valuable for this role.
• Competencies:
  • Drives Results: Proactive in delivering high-quality work with efficiency and a results-driven mindset.
  • Self-Directed: Comfortable working in a flat organization where you directly work with business stakeholders, determine the scope, and set your own priorities.
  • Communicates Effectively: Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to the team.
  • Decision Quality: Makes well-considered decisions based on sound analysis and best practices.
  • Collaborates: Works effectively in a remote team environment, building strong relationships and fostering a culture of collaboration.
  • Self-Development: Continuously seeks opportunities for growth and keeps up with emerging technologies and trends.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Community First: Join a culture where your work empowers a global network of tech innovators.
• Flexible Environment: Work remotely or in person—your choice! We value results over hours spent at a desk. We also offer unlimited vacation for all full-time employees.
• Culture of Curiosity: Access to tons of resources, workshops, and our vibrant community to keep your tech skills sharp.
• Impactful Work: Be a part of a small, high-impact team where your contributions will shape the future of the technology design industry.

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What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 401K and Pension Plan

• Paid Holidays

• Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account

• Education Assistance

• Employee Development Resources

• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company.  If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.