Sr Software Developer Ruby

Description

Auction Edge is the automotive remarketing industry’s leading provider of technology and services to independent auctions, dealers, and corporate remarketers.  With 230 independent auction customers, selling millions of vehicles each year, Auction Edge is uniquely positioned to serve the competitive needs of the independent auction community. To learn more, visit www.auctionedge.com.

We are currently seeking Sr. Software Developer - Ruby on Rails to join our Edge team as a full time hybrid employee in our Franklin, TN office. This position will help support current projects, as well as build new web applications and APIs. You will be responsible for the development of full stack applications, working collaboratively both within our team and across the company. You will be joining a geographically-dispersed team who is fully responsible for the development, deployment, and operations of the applications they develop.

A successful candidate will be comfortable with Test Driven Development, Paired Programming, and Continuous Integration. Our team makes use of git, AWS, Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, jQuery and Vue.js.  Previous experience in all of these specific areas is not required, but these are some examples of tools you’ll be using while you work here.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex Ruby on Rails applications.
• Architect scalable and high-performance solutions.
• Optimize application performance, security, and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, product managers, and other developers.
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers, conducting code reviews and providing technical guidance.
• Implement and enforce best practices in development, testing, and deployment.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues effectively.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and best practices in Ruby on Rails and web development.
• Adhere to Scrum and Agile Methodologies
• Provide support to business users as needed
• Participate in peer-reviews of solution designs and related code
• Active engagement in understanding user needs
• Develop a deep understanding of the automotive auction industry
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a software related field or equivalent work experience is required
• 5+ years of experience with Ruby on Rails in a professional setting
• Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end frameworks.
• Proficiency with Vue.js for building dynamic and responsive user interfaces.
• Proficiency with GraphQL for API development and data fetching.
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and database optimization techniques.
• Experience designing and working with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Experience with testing frameworks (RSpec) and TDD/BDD methodologies.
• Familiarity with background jobs (ActiveJob) and caching strategies.
• Proficiency with Git version control and CI/CD workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to architect scalable applications.
• Experience with DevOps tools, cloud platforms (AWS), and containerization (Docker).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proven track record of mentoring junior team members
• Ability to effectively work and communicate with a geographically-dispersed team
• Experience working with Agile principles such as Scrum, Kanban and XP
• Strong AWS experience preferred 
• Contributions to open source projects or strong personal GItHub portfolio preferred
• Experience in a leadership or senior mentoring role preferred.

Auction Edge Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage
• 401k Retirement Plan
• 20 days of accrued PTO as well as 12 Flex Days per year (one three-day weekend per month)
• 8 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and 1 paid volunteer day per year
• Up to $100 Monthly Wellbeing Reimbursement Program (gym membership, personal training, massage therapy, therapy apps, and many other options)
• Education Reimbursement Program up to $4,000 per 12-month period