Ruby on Rails Developer (Remote)

at GovCIO in Boise, Idaho, United States

United States

Suitability/Public Trust

Fully remote

Information Technology

Overview

GovCIO is seeking a Ruby on Rails Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain backend services for VA.gov. This role is primarily focused on Ruby/Rails backend engineering, API development, system reliability, and integration work. Youll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to AI-enabled enhancements where they provide clear user value.

This is a fully remote position open to candidates within the Continental United States ( CONUS ).

Responsibilities

Backend Development

+ Build and maintain backend components using Ruby on Rails, JSON controllers, Sidekiq, and other server-side tools.

+ Develop and optimize RESTful APIs and backend integrations.

+ Ensure performance, reliability, security, and compliance across all backend services.

+ Conduct system analysis to clarify requirements, data flows, program intent, and technical constraints.

AI-Enabled Enhancements

+ Integrate AI capabilities into existing workflows with proper safeguards, observability, and monitoring.

+ Support operationalizing AI solutions within AWS , including Amazon Bedrock (model selection, latency, IAM , cost management, and logging).

+ Contribute to RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) implementation, including embedding strategy, vector search, relevance tuning, and guardrails.

Collaboration & Delivery

+ Work closely with developers, product teams, and platform partners to deliver features for veteran-facing services.

+ Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and code reviews.

+ Assist in defining system requirements, creating user stories, and estimating project timelines.

Quality, Documentation & Testing

+ Prepare documentation such as reports, operational procedures, and maintenance manuals.

+ Participate in integration testing and ensure seamless system functionality.

+ Maintain proactive communication with internal and external stakeholders.

+ Ensure all deliverables meet contract, quality, and security standards.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

+ Bachelors (or commensurate experience)

+ 5-8 years of professional software development experience.

+ Proven experience developing with Ruby on Rails and managing backend systems.

+ Strong analytical skills and experience with RSpec.

+ Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

+ Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

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