Lead Ruby Developer

We are searching for an accomplished and skilled Lead Ruby Developer to join our team and redefine e-commerce by delivering a speedy, highly customizable, and extendable checkout platform.

This position emphasizes directing engineering efforts, crafting APIs and services, and collaborating with diverse teams to equip merchants with personalized checkout solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of scalable APIs and backend services
• Coordinate closely with product owners, designers, and external collaborators to develop top-tier features
• Prioritize platform security while integrating payment providers and enhancing system functionalities
• Guide junior developers by offering mentorship, technical insights, and conducting code reviews to uphold best practices
• Enhance system monitoring tools, including Prometheus, Sentry, and Kibana
• Address performance inefficiencies to guarantee system stability and speed
• Foster innovation by introducing effective and creative approaches to complex challenges
• Promote a team-driven, remote-first work environment while ensuring project deadlines are met
  
  
  

Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience developing backend services, APIs, or microservices
• At least 1 year in a leadership role
• Proficiency in Ruby and experience with its associated frameworks
• Competency in working with both Scala and PHP (version 8)
• Strong understanding of tools like Prometheus, Sentry, and Kibana for application monitoring
• Skills in designing and optimizing databases
• Expertise in building secure and scalable systems
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps strategies
• Fluent English communication at a minimum B2+ level
  
  
  

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform and its ecosystem
• Background in PHP and TypeScript
• Capability to work across various programming languages and frameworks based on project demands
  
  
  

We offer

• Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine
• Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks
• Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM
• Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more)
• Consider relocation options in over 30 countries worldwide
• Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based)
• You can plan your individual career path together with your manager.
• Receive regular feedback from colleagues
• Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.)
• Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds
• Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs)
• Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources
• Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School with the instructors who are practicing architects
• Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more
• Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually)
• Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)
• A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities)
• Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates
• Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.)
• Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training
• E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children
  
  
  

EPAM strives to provide its global team of over 52,800+ professionals in more than 55 countries with opportunities for professional growth from day one of collaboration. Our colleagues are the source of EPAM's success, so we value cooperation, strive to always understand our clients' business and aim for the highest quality standards. No matter where you are, you will join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you realize your potential to the fullest.