Senior Software Engineer I - Ruby On Rails

Elsevier

Hybrid
5+ years professional software development experience
Deep expertise in ruby and ruby on rails
Experience designing restful apis
Elsevier is seeking a Senior Software Engineer I with expertise in Ruby on Rails to join their engineering squad, focusing on building scalable SaaS applications for higher education. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the development of high-quality solutions

Job Summary

  • This role involves building scalable, high-quality Ruby on Rails APIs that support the future of higher education.
  • The successful candidate will mentor junior engineers and drive technical excellence within a dedicated product delivery squad.
  • Elsevier offers a hybrid work model with benefits including private medical/dental plans, savings funds, and life insurance.

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Elsevier is seeking a Senior Software Engineer I with expertise in Ruby on Rails to join their engineering squad, focusing on building scalable SaaS applications for higher education. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the development of high-quality solutions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years professional software development experience
  • Deep expertise in Ruby and Ruby on Rails
  • Experience designing RESTful APIs
  • Proficiency with PostgreSQL or MySQL databases
  • Knowledge of RSpec or Minitest testing frameworks
  • Experience with background job processing tools
  • Understanding of AWS cloud platforms

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with JavaScript, TypeScript, and Angular
  • Mentoring and teaching orientation
  • Experience with GraphQL
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and Git
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional software development experience
  • Strong proficiency in Ruby and Rails
  • Proven track record of mentoring or leading initiatives

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