About the role

Senior Backend Engineer at NovoEd, an enterprise learning platform. Building scalable systems using Ruby on Rails and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Architect and Build Scalable Systems: Design and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable backend systems, primarily using Ruby on Rails.
System Integrations & API Development: Develop and integrate APIs that enable secure, efficient, and reliable communication between backend services and external systems.
Database Design & Optimization: Design, develop, and optimize relational databases with a focus on availability, scalability, and performance.
Technical Debt Management & Feature Development: Take ownership of backend features and functionality, contributing to development from design through deployment.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, frontend developers, and DevOps engineers to ensure backend systems align with business goals and customer needs.
Process Improvement & Best Practices: Contribute to improving development processes such as code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, and testing strategies.
Problem Solving & Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot complex backend issues by analyzing logs, debugging systems, and resolving production problems.

5+ years of software development experience with a strong foundation in backend development, including experience building and maintaining scalable systems.
3+ years of hands-on experience with Ruby on Rails in building and maintaining backend applications.
Experience with Sidekiq/Celery for background job processing and Redis for caching and queuing systems.
Proven experience in database design and optimization, particularly with relational databases such as SQL and PostgreSQL.
Experience in API development (REST, GraphQL) and integrating with third-party systems or services.
Proficiency using Docker for containerization and familiarity with AWS cloud infrastructure for deployment and scaling.
Experience managing technical debt while continuing to deliver new features.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing strategies, and backend development best practices.
Solid understanding of system architecture, infrastructure, and deployment strategies with Docker and AWS.
Must have Computer Science or Engineering degree
Experience using modern AI-assisted development tools (such as coding assistants or AI code generation tools) to improve development productivity while maintaining strong engineering standards.

NovoEd is an equal opportunity employer
Creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants
Shaping the technology behind a platform used by the world’s leading organizations