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Independent Contractor Ruby Rails Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

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React.js Front End Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$107K - $124K/yr

If you're passionate about developing the best software, as well as coaching other developers to do ... We are a Ruby environment so any interaction with backend Ruby on Rails platforms is ideal but not ...

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React.js Front End Developer

Chicago, IL

$107K - $124K/yr

If you're passionate about developing the best software, as well as coaching other developers to do ... We are a Ruby environment so any interaction with backend Ruby on Rails platforms is ideal but not ...

AlphaStaff Widgets

Web Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Ability to work independently. * Familiarity with web APIs and development frameworks. * Well ... PHP, Python, PERL, Ruby, Django, Rails, .net or similar environment. * Experience with Movable Type.

IgorTest

Web Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Ability to work independently. Familiarity with web APIs and development frameworks. Well-rounded ... PHP, Python, PERL, Ruby, Django, Rails, .net or similar environment. Experience with Movable Type.

Bryce Senz, LLC

Web Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Ability to work independently. * Familiarity with web APIs and development frameworks. * Well ... PHP, Python, PERL, Ruby, Django, Rails, .net or similar environment. * Experience with Movable Type.

AlphaStaff Widgets

Web Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Ability to work independently. * Familiarity with web APIs and development frameworks. * Well ... PHP, Python, PERL, Ruby, Django, Rails, .net or similar environment. * Experience with Movable Type.

Time Payroll Demo Account

Web Developer

Chicago, IL

Ability to work independently. * Familiarity with web APIs and development frameworks. * Well ... PHP, Python, PERL, Ruby, Django, Rails, .net or similar environment. * Experience with Movable Type.

Fooda

Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$153K - $160K/yr

Software Engineers for Chicago, IL location. Responsible for the design and development of new ... Ruby, Ruby on Rails, RSpec, JavaScript, NodeJS, TypeScript, Angular, HTML/CSS, REST/GraphQL API ...

Fooda

Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Software Engineers for Chicago, IL location. Responsible for the design and development of new ... Ruby, Ruby on Rails, RSpec, JavaScript, NodeJS, TypeScript, Angular, HTML/CSS, REST/GraphQL API ...

BofA Securities

Software Engineer III

Addison, IL · On-site

$102K - $179K/yr

Ruby/Rails, Kafka, event-driven architectures, Docker, cloud migration and modernization experience ... Business Acumen * DevOps Practices * Result Orientation * Solution Delivery Process * Analytical ...

BofA Securities

Software Engineer III

Addison, IL · On-site

$102K - $179K/yr

Ruby/Rails, Kafka, event-driven architectures, Docker, cloud migration and modernization experience ... Business Acumen * DevOps Practices * Result Orientation * Solution Delivery Process * Analytical ...

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How much do independent contractor ruby rails developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for independent contractor ruby rails developer in Chicago, IL is $125,795.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,600.00 and $144,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Independent Contractor Ruby Rails Developer vs Freelance Ruby Rails Developer?

AspectIndependent Contractor Ruby Rails DeveloperFreelance Ruby Rails Developer
CredentialsTypically requires proficiency in Ruby on Rails, relevant certifications are optionalSame as independent contractor, often self-taught or with certifications
Work EnvironmentWorks independently, often remotely, on client projectsWorks independently, usually remotely, on various client projects
Employer/Industry UsageHired directly or through agencies for specific projectsHired directly by clients or through freelance platforms
Search/Comparison IntentOften compared for contractual work and project-based rolesCommonly searched for freelance opportunities and project-based work

Both roles involve independent work with similar skills and work environments. The main difference lies in terminology and platform usage, with "Freelance" emphasizing self-marketing and platform-based hiring, while "Independent Contractor" highlights contractual employment terms.

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Senior Full Stack Developer - Work From Home

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

Next Step Systems
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Next Step Systemsexternal

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Senior Full Stack Developer - Work From Home
We are seeking an accomplished, motivated, and high energy Senior Full Stack Developer. While we have an existing product/stack (AWS, JavaScript, Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL), this role is critical in the decision making, architecture, and implementation of the next generation platform of products and capabilities. We see the new platform as a very scalable set of APIs and microservices that scales partnership networks and powers a number of user experiences. We are seeking a candidate looking to take a big step in their career and be in the driver's seat of something special. This position is 100% Remote and is located in Chicago.
Responsibilities:
- Design/architect the next gen version of tech platform.
- Engineer a data store that is the bedrock for all future jobs, models, UI's, messages, reports, etc. that sit on top of it.
- API's - architect and implement a microservices infrastructure for horizontal scalability.
- Work with UI/UX designers to implement a number of mobile-friendly user interfaces.
- Leverage technology in any way possible to automate operational processes.
- Implement/ship high quality code.
- Promote a framework of prototyping, testing, and validating ideas and hypothesis.
- Implement a framework for omni channel communication (phone, email, text, bot).
- Developer resource planning, recruiting, and staff augmentation.
- Work with management team to plan and set the company's overall goals and objectives.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience of full stack object-oriented development languages (RoR, Java, Python, etc.) and databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.).
- 3+ years of experience with JavaScript/Front-End Development (React, AngularJS, jQuery, NodeJS, etc.).
- 2+ years of experience with DevOps/Cloud hosting (AWS, Azure, etc.).
- Demonstrated experience with test driven development (Cucumber, RSpec, jUnit, etc.).
- Demonstrated experience building continuous integration/development pipelines.
- Experience implementing 3rd party metrics tracking products (i.e. Google Tag.
- Manager, Heap Analytics, HotJar, etc.).
- Experience working in Agile development methodology and iterative development cycles.
- Experience developing for mobile browsers - understand the use of responsive web design/development, browser capability, etc.
- Experience building and scaling high-traffic websites, highly-reliable systems, and/or products that integrate with legacy systems.
- An ability to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
- Great team member that others seek to work with/for.
- Ability to lead/manage and be an ambassador for the company.
- Experience with lead gen and/or consumer fintech applications is a plus.
- Phone dialer, call pattern, queue, telephony integration experience is a plus.
- AWS, JavaScript, Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, and REST API experience is a plus.
- Prior startup experience is a plus.
Benefits include medical insurance, retirement plan, PTO, etc. Salary: 80K+ DOE. Keywords: Chicago IL Jobs, Senior Full Stack Developer, Ruby on Rails, Java, Python, PostgreSQL, MySQL, JavaScript, React, Angular.js, jQuery, NodeJS, AWS, Azure, Cloud, DevOps, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Programming, Programmer Analyst, Chicago Recruiters, Information Technology Jobs, IT Jobs, Chicago Recruiting
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We help companies that are looking to hire Senior Full Stack Developers for jobs in Chicago, Illinois and in other cities too. Please contact our IT recruiting agencies and IT staffing companies today! Phone 630-428-0600 ext 11 or email us at jobs@nextstepsystems.com. Click here to submit your resume for this job and others.
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