Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field., 2–5 years of backend engineering experience, preferably with Rails or Python., Experience building RESTful APIs and service endpoints., Familiarity with AWS, PostgreSQL, security, logging, and compliance in federal environments..

Key responsibilities:

Build and maintain secure backend services supporting VA.gov features.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including frontend developers, product managers, UX, and data engineers.

Modernize and scale VA.gov APIs and build performant Rails services.

Support CI/CD and DevOps efforts to ensure reliable and accessible services for millions of users.

Job description

Oddball believes that the best products are built when companies understand and value the things they are working on. We value learning and growth and the ability to make a big impact at a small company. We believe that we can make big changes happen and improve the daily lives of millions of people by bringing quality software to the federal space.

What you'll be doing:

As a Back End Engineer on the VA.gov Platform Team, you’ll work primarily in Ruby on Rails, building and maintaining secure backend services that support dynamic forms, submission workflows, and integration with VA systems. You’ll collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams including frontend developers, product managers, UX, and data engineers. You’ll help modernize and scale VA.gov APIs, build performant Rails services, and support CI/CD and DevOps efforts to deliver a reliable, accessible experience for millions of Veterans.

What you’ll bring:

2–5 years of backend engineering experience (Rails, Python, or similar)
Solid experience building RESTful APIs and service endpoints
Exposure to Ruby on Rails development, with a focus on backend business logic, submission workflows, database models, and testing
Familiarity with AWS (especially GovCloud), PostgreSQL or other RDBMS
Understanding of security, logging, and compliance, especially within federal environments (VA or similar)
Hands-on experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing
Experience working in Agile environments, participating in sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Performs other related duties as assigned

Bonus if you have

Exposure to the VA.gov Design System or building forms on VA.gov
Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG, Section 508)
Experience with Rails API integrations (e.g., XML, JSON, message queues)
Prior federal or VA domain experience, including VA SPRUCE or MTS programs
Knowledge of infrastructure tools like Terraform, Ansible, Docker, and automation pipelines

Requirements:

Must be a US Citizen and able to work domestically
Must be able to attain low-level security clearance

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Benefits:

Fully remote
Tech & Education Stipend
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Company Match 401(k) plan
Flexible PTO, Paid Holidays

Oddball is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact an Oddball HR representative to request such an accommodation by emailing hr@Oddball.io

Compensation:

At Oddball, it’s important each employee is compensated competitively and fairly. In alignment with state legal requirements. A range for the included position is listed below. Be advised, actual offer details are determined by job category, job location, and candidate skill level.

United States Wage Range: $100,000 – $130,000

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