Ruby on Rails Developer - (Remote)

ArcheSys is a technology consulting firm delivering innovative cloud, AI, DevSecOps, and digital modernization solutions to Federal, State, and Commercial customers. We help organizations accelerate mission outcomes through secure software development, cloud-native engineering, accessibility, and intelligent automation.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Ruby on Rails Developer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain modern web applications that support high-impact public sector initiatives. You'll collaborate closely with product managers, UX designers, architects, and fellow engineers in an Agile environment to deliver secure, scalable, and accessible digital services.

The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoys building high-quality software while leveraging modern AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity, code quality, and delivery speed.

This is a fully remote, full-time position.

Residency Requirement
Candidates MUST have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).

Sponsorship
This position does not offer sponsorship. Candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States.

Clearance
Public Trust Clearance (or the ability to obtain one) may be required depending on the assigned project.

**Roles and Responsibilities

Full-Stack Application Development

• Design, develop, and maintain Ruby on Rails applications supporting mission-critical government and commercial systems.
• Develop responsive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces using ERB templates, HTML5, JavaScript, and modern CSS.
• Build and maintain critical user workflows including forms, dashboards, reporting, user authentication, and role-based access management.
• Design and develop secure RESTful APIs and integrate with external systems and cloud services.
• Write clean, maintainable, reusable, and well-tested code following software engineering best practices.

Frontend Engineering

• Develop responsive user interfaces using modern JavaScript, CSS, and browser-native Web Components.
• Contribute to shared UI components and design systems.
• Support implementation of Maryland Web Design System (MDWDS), U.S. Web Design System (USWDS), or similar government design systems.
• Ensure applications meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards and responsive design best practices.

AI-Assisted Software Development

• Leverage AI development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Amazon Q Developer, Claude, Cursor, or similar tools to improve engineering productivity.
• Use AI responsibly to accelerate code generation, documentation, unit testing, debugging, refactoring, and code reviews.
• Apply human judgment to validate AI-generated code for correctness, security, maintainability, accessibility, and compliance.
• Utilize AI tools to generate technical documentation, test cases, API specifications, and implementation guidance.
• Stay current on emerging AI software engineering practices and recommend improvements to development workflows.

Collaboration & Technical Leadership

• Collaborate closely with product managers, UX designers, solution architects, and fellow engineers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily standups, and retrospectives.
• Participate in peer code reviews and mentor junior developers through constructive feedback.
• Help establish engineering standards, reusable patterns, and best practices across development teams.

Quality & DevOps

• Develop automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
• Troubleshoot production issues and participate in root cause analysis.
• Contribute to application performance optimization, monitoring, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4–8 years of professional software engineering experience.
• 3+ years of professional Ruby on Rails development experience.

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in Ruby on Rails.
• Experience developing applications using ERB templates.
• Strong JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 skills.
• Experience with responsive web development.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs.
• Experience with Git and modern CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience writing automated tests.
• Strong understanding of secure software development practices.
• Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills.

AI Development Skills

• Experience using AI-assisted software development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, ChatGPT, Claude, Amazon Q Developer, or similar platforms.
• Ability to effectively prompt AI coding assistants to improve software development productivity.
• Strong understanding of responsible AI usage, including verification, testing, security review, and human oversight of AI-generated code.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Hotwire, Turbo, or Stimulus.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with AWS cloud services.
• Familiarity with Terraform or Infrastructure as Code.
• Experience designing or maintaining shared component libraries.
• Experience with Lit for Web Components.
• Experience with Maryland Web Design System (MDWDS), U.S. Web Design System (USWDS), or Eleventy.
• Experience supporting Federal or State Government projects.
• Familiarity with Section 508, WCAG, NIST, or FedRAMP compliance requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Passion for building high-quality software that improves citizen services.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer-first mindset with attention to usability and accessibility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative Agile environment.
• Self-motivated with a continuous learning mindset.
• Enthusiasm for adopting AI-assisted software engineering practices while maintaining accountability for code quality and security.

Eligibility to Work at ArcheSys

• All work must be performed within the continental United States (excluding U.S. territories).
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship.
• Some Federal and State contracts require U.S. Citizenship.
• Selected candidates may be required to obtain a Public Trust or other government security clearance.
• Certain contracts require a bachelor's degree or additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• ArcheSys participates in E-Verify.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunity to work on innovative digital transformation initiatives supporting Federal and State Government agencies.
• Exposure to modern cloud, AI, accessibility, and DevSecOps technologies.
• Continuous learning through certifications, conferences, AI training, and professional development.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture that encourages innovation, technical excellence, and career growth.

Join us at Archesys and be part of a team dedicated to delivering cutting-edge digital solutions for clients in the public sector. Your expertise and passion for technology will help us continue to innovate and grow. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and supporting your success as Ruby on Rails Developer.

Archesys participate in E-Verify. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Archesys is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, sex.