Senior Software Engineer - Ruby on Rails (Remote)

At TalPod, we are a team of exceptional Software Engineers who thrive on solving complex software challenges. Our passion lies in building great software and nurturing the brightest talent to become world-class engineers.

We are looking to hire a mid-senior-level engineer for this role for a couple of our partners in Saudi, one is the most successful and large HR services and solutions provider, and another is the most successful on-demand service platform both backed by the largest VC firms on a rapid expansion.

What We Offer:

• Exciting Opportunities: Collaborate with VC-backed, fast-growing tech companies. You'll work alongside some of the industry's hottest players, potentially shaping the next unicorn.
• Agile Environment: Dive into an Agile and dynamic work setting. Surround yourself with brilliant minds, constantly learning and growing.
• High-Quality Deliverables: Your work matters. Deliver excellence as you contribute to cutting-edge projects.
• Remote Flexibility: Enjoy a full-time position compatible with the GCC time zone, allowing you to work remotely.
• Join us at TalPod and be part of a team that thrives on excellence, innovation, and growth. Let's build awesome software together! ‍‍

Requirement & Responsibilities:

• 4 - 10 years of experience in a related role.
• Take a lead role in designing, developing, and maintaining web applications using Ruby on Rails.
• Identify and address technical challenges and provide effective solutions to ensure project success.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality, and adherence to coding standards, and best practices.
• Work closely with the development team, product managers, and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and successful project delivery according to specifications.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in Ruby on Rails and web development to improve software quality and efficiency.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering their growth and development.
• Collaborate with DevOps and QA teams to ensure smooth deployment and testing of applications.
• Create and maintain technical documentation to support knowledge sharing and future maintenance.
• Profound knowledge of Ruby on Rails, Ruby programming language, and related tools to develop and maintain web applications effectively.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to take ownership of projects, guide junior developers, and mentor team members when required.
• Eagerness to stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to enhance technical skills continually.
• A high-performance mindset to deliver good quality code and also an understanding of the product.
• Experience with writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code
• Extensive hands-on experience in web application development using the Ruby on Rails framework.
• Experience working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and writing efficient SQL queries.
• Proficiency in using version control systems like Git for efficient code management and collaboration.
• Strong ability to identify and debug technical issues efficiently to ensure smooth application performance.
• Knowledge of testing methodologies and tools to conduct thorough unit testing and ensure software reliability.
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies, enabling efficient project planning and execution.
• Familiarity with agile development practices to work effectively within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Elasticsearch, AWS lambda is a plus.

Compensation:

• We pay globally competitive market salaries in USD.