Senior Ruby and Node Developer (Durham, NC)

Job Title: Senior Ruby and Node Developer Job Description: We are seeking a Senior Ruby and Node Developer with 8+ years of experience in Ruby development and 4+ years of experience working with Node.js. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of software design, architecture, and a passion for refactoring applications to improve performance, scalability, and maintainability. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing back-end systems and ensuring that our applications are built using modern development practices. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and refactoring of Ruby and Node.js applications, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deliver high-quality software solutions. Refactor and optimize legacy codebases, improving application performance and simplifying the overall architecture. Work on integrating third-party APIs and services within applications. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. Perform code reviews, provide mentorship, and foster a collaborative environment. Work on troubleshooting, debugging, and optimizing application performance. Required Skills and Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in Ruby on Rails development. 4+ years of experience in Node.js development. Proven experience in refactoring and optimizing existing applications. Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming principles, design patterns, and best practices. Proficient in working with RESTful APIs, databases (SQL, NoSQL), and server-side technologies. Experience with version control systems (Git). Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes). Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills. Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within a team. Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with microservices architecture. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS). Experience with automated testing and CI/CD pipelines. Visit Careers at CEDENT Subscribe to be notified of new jobs If we don't have an open position that fits you, feel free to subscribe to our Talent Team email! Enter your name, email address and position(s) you're interested in, and whenever we open a new position matching your criteria we'll notify you immediately. * First name: * Last name: * Email address: * Send me openings in these areas: Vendor Managed Systems Direct Clients Preferred Vendors Scout I'm interested in: Management Non-mgt Subscribe Apply Now