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Ruby on Rails Backend Development Lead in Carson City, Nevada

Overview

GovCIOis currently seeking a Ruby on Rails Backend DevelopmentLeadto oversee and guide a cross-functional team dedicated to delivering impactful features on VA.gov. This pivotal role will coordinate the development efforts across different departments to ensuretimelyand efficient feature rollouts. The ideal candidate willpossessdeepexpertisein Ruby, Rails, and associated backend technologies such as Swagger docs,Git, andSidekiq. Familiarity with DevOps tools and AWS is a plus. This position is fully remote and available to candidates within the Continental United States (CONUS).

Responsibilities

Develops and implements backend components using Ruby on Rails,JSON controllers, andSidekiq, focusing on robust server-side logic and database integrations with RESTful APIs and other backend services. Participates in system planning and the development deployment process while ensuring adherence to software compliance and testing standards. Responsible for overseeing the backend development processes, creating system guidelines, and conducting system analysis to address questionsregardingprogram intentions, output specifications, data input requirements, programming strategies, and control systems as needed.

  • Lead and guide a team of developers towards successful project execution, ensuring high-quality deliverables andtimelycompletion.
  • Provide mentorship and leadership, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within the team.
  • Establish and promote best practices and coding standards tomaintainhigh standardsof excellence within the team.
  • Collaborate on gathering system requirements, developing system stories, and planning project timelines and estimates.
  • Oversee the preparation of comprehensive documentation, including reports, operational procedures, and maintenance manuals to ensure clear communication and record-keeping.
  • Lead integration testing efforts to ensure seamless system functionality and robustness.
  • Maintain proactive communication with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and address any project issues promptly.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of backend requirements, including data flow, input/output specifications, and hardware/software needs tooptimizesystem performance.
  • Activelyparticipatein code and sprint reviews, ensuring that all deliverables meet contractual obligations and project specifications.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s with 8+ years (or commensurate experience)
  • Demonstrated experience developing in Ruby on Rails and managing backend systems.
  • Analytical and investigation skills, including use ofRSpec.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and supervision.
  • Experience supervising a team of developers/engineers with proven leadership skills.
  • Experience with Agile Methodology and Scrum Processes.
  • Advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle.
  • Experience with government cloud hosting environments like AWS, as well as both unit testing and integration testing experience.
  • Experience with code versioning and project management tools. (e.g., Jira, Git, Confluence, etc.)
  • Demonstrated experience in a remote work environment.
  • Must be a US citizen or authorized to work in the US.

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Proven experience working with the VA and/or other Federal agencies, with a deep understanding of federal processes and regulations.
  • Strong familiarity with the VA.gov platform and its ecosystem,demonstratingthe ability to navigate andoptimizeits features effectively.
  • Knowledgeable in government cloud hosting solutions, including AWS, and adept at managing web hosting environments.
  • Proficient in managing API services within the VA network; skilled in handling andoptimizingRESTful API transactions.
  • Demonstratedexpertisein system integrations, with a preference for candidates who have experience withCorpDB, MPI, BDN, and/or VBMS systems.

Clearance Required

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trustclearance.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers–people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can’t do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things – for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple inidualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to inidual performance, GovCIO or inidual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $110,000.00 – USD $135,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-Remote

ID 2024-4027

Category Information Technology

Position Type Full-Time