Jr. Ruby on Rails Developer

Quick Facts

• Location: Remote or Grand Rapids

Description

Develop and enhance Ruby on Rails applications, including integrating with a legacy ERP system. Work with the Business Systems Manager and the Information Systems/IT teams to build features that improve business productivity. Responsibilities include writing maintainable code, designing secure scalable features, and supporting requirements analysis, documentation, and project planning.

Responsibilities

• Write, clean, maintainable, and efficient code
• Design robust, scalable, and secure features
• Analyze business application requirements and user specifications
• Integrate and interface ERP functionality on the Ruby platform with legacy ERP developers
• Assist in writing Statements of Work for application programming
• Ensure development aligns with the Statement of Work and minimizes scope creep
• Estimate project timelines, identify complexity, and communicate effectively in all phases of the project
• Revise and update applications and documentation as required
• Document code and systems
• Perform other tasks as requested by the Manager

Requirements

• 2+ years of Ruby on Rails experience
• 2+ years of Vue.js or a similar front-end framework
• Experience with Git (GitLab or GitHub)
• Knowledge of Linux and command line tools
• Knowledge of network concepts and principles, including operating systems, security, and advanced protocols
• ERP/MRP systems and other database programs experience (preferred)
• Experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Effective teamwork and collaboration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking and analysis
• Strong project management skills
• B.S. in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Software Engineering or equivalent experience (preferred)

Benefits

• Unique full-time work schedule that includes every other Friday off
• Full Medical, Dental, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous 401(k) match
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days
• Reimbursement programs (gym, tuition, etc.)
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Company-paid Short Term Disability
• Canada benefits: full benefits package, insurance, paid holidays and time off, reimbursement programs, pension plan, and paid parental leave