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Veredus - DC

RUBY RUBY RUBY!!!

Washington, DC · On-site

$116K - $159K/yr

Java Developer with Ruby experience - Perm Role - Sr role to work on a small team in Arlington. Must have java and Ruby development experience. Ruby on Rail Developers - Non-profit - Washington DC ...

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Mobile Developer - RUBY

Washington, DC · On-site

A Full Stack Developer Where is your seat? * Washington, DC How much are you paid? * $90,000 - $115 ... You have 2 years experience with Ruby and Web Development * You are expert at mobile development

CACI

Ruby Developer Senior

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$120K - $265K/yr

Ruby Developer Senior Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to ...

CACI International Inc.

Ruby Developer Senior

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$120K - $265K/yr

Ruby Developer Senior Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to ...

E*Pro, Inc.

Ruby on Rails Developer

Washington, DC

$116K - $159K/yr

Ruby on Rails Developer Job Location: Washington, DC Interview: Face to Face * Experience in Ruby/Rails development is preferred * Strong knowledge of Ruby/Rails * Strong knowledge of OO JavaScript

Veredus - DC

Ruby on Rails Developer

Washington, DC · On-site

$116K - $159K/yr

Company Description Direct-Hire, Relocation Assistance Provided A HigherEd Nonprofit in the heart of DC, is currently seeking a Full-Stack Ruby on Rails Engineer to join their Product Development ...

Veredus - DC

Ruby on Rails Dev

Vienna, VA · On-site

$102K - $141K/yr

... Ruby on Rails Developer to work on mobile and web application development ... The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background and desire to learn. Education * 4 year ...

Veredus - DC

Ruby on Rails Dev

Washington, DC · On-site

$116K - $159K/yr

... Ruby on Rails Developer to work on mobile and web application development ... The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background and desire to learn. Education * Bachelors ...

USM

Ruby on Rails

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

... Engineering, Business Intelligence, Data Management, SOA, BPM, Data Warehousing, SharePoint ... Skills & Requirements Min +1 year of experience in Ruby development. Strong OOP design and coding ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for ruby programmer in Washington is $91,360.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,000.00 and $104,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Ruby programmer?

A Ruby Programmer is a software developer who specializes in writing applications using the Ruby programming language. They build, maintain, and improve software, often working with frameworks like Ruby on Rails for web development. Responsibilities typically include coding, debugging, testing, and collaborating with teams to develop scalable solutions. Many Ruby Programmers work on backend systems, APIs, and database management.

What does a Ruby programmer do?

As a Ruby Programmer, your daily tasks often include writing and maintaining Ruby code, developing web applications using Ruby on Rails, debugging issues, and running automated tests to ensure software quality. You'll likely participate in code reviews, collaborate with other developers, designers, and product managers in agile sprints, and attend team meetings to discuss project requirements and progress. Regular communication and knowledge sharing are key parts of the role, as you work together to deliver high-quality features and improvements. This collaborative and fast-paced environment helps you continuously build your technical skills while contributing to impactful projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Ruby programmer?

To thrive as a Ruby Programmer, you need strong knowledge of Ruby and Ruby on Rails, a solid understanding of web development concepts, and experience with databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, testing frameworks (e.g., RSpec), and agile development methodologies is also commonly required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help programmers collaborate and deliver robust solutions. These skills are vital for building reliable, maintainable applications and contributing effectively to dynamic development teams.

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Ruby programmers are in steady demand, especially for web development using Ruby on Rails. While the overall demand has decreased compared to earlier years, skilled Ruby developers remain valuable for startups and companies maintaining existing Ruby on Rails applications.

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Infographic showing various Ruby Programmer job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 9% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,360 per year, or $43.9 per hour.

Ruby Developer

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

Initiate Government Solutions
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Founded in 2007, Initiate Government Solutions (IGS) is a Woman-Owned Small Business and a fully remote IT services provider supporting federal partners nationwide. We deliver innovative Enterprise IT and Health Services solutions with a strong focus on data analytics, health informatics, cloud migration, AI, and the modernization of federal information systems.
Our vision is to be a health IT trendsetter, continuing to solve the nation's most challenging healthcare IT issues by conceiving, designing, and building solid, creative, and innovative open-source solutions.
Our mission is to innovate, design, and deliver tailored solutions that balance technical advancement with cost-awareness while providing exceptional service.
IGS is currently recruiting a remote Ruby Developer to support our work with our federal customer.
Assignment of Work and Travel:
This is a remote access assignment. The Candidate will work remotely daily and will remotely access customer systems and therein use approved customer provided communications systems. Travel is not required; however, the candidate may be required to attend onsite client meetings as requested.
The Ruby Developer will be part of a technical team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining APIs that enable communication between different software systems. The ideal candidate is a strong Ruby engineer with hands-on development experience and the ability to contribute production-grade code.
Responsibilities and Duties (Included but not limited to):
  • Design and develop APIs, including specifications, endpoints, data models, and protocols such as REST and GraphQL.
  • Contribute production-grade code for core services.
  • Partner with the Technical Lead to conduct code reviews and ensure code quality, maintainability, and security.
  • Work closely with the Engineering Crew Lead and API Architect to review solution design and deliver robust, scalable solutions.
  • Ensure seamless integration of APIs with internal systems, external applications, and third-party services.
  • Promote effective use of AI-enabled tools in the API development lifecycle to improve productivity and code quality.
  • Create and maintain clear, comprehensive API documentation for consumers, including usage guidance and best practices.
  • Implement and uphold security best practices, including authentication, authorization, and encryption.
  • Interface with external engineering teams to ensure alignment on technical standards, governance requirements, compliance obligations, and ongoing cATO maintenance.
  • Monitor and optimize API performance, reliability, and scalability.
  • Manage API versioning and support backward compatibility as services evolve.
  • Provide ongoing support, troubleshoot production issues, and implement enhancements based on stakeholder feedback.
  • Participate in Tier 1 and Tier 2 on-call operations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
  • 6+ years of strong Ruby on Rails experience.
  • Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
  • Experience with the RSpec testing framework.
  • Strong experience designing, building, and maintaining APIs.
  • Ability to lead engineering teams while remaining hands-on with development.
  • Ability to work in the US without sponsorship and US Citizenship required due to clearance requirement
  • Strong organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications and Core Competencies:
  • Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.
  • Familiarity with application security principles and secure development practices.
  • Familiarity with Git version control.
  • Familiarity with OAuth.
  • Experience with async job processing tools such as Sidekiq.
  • Experience with Spring Boot / Java.
  • Active VA Public Trust
  • Prior experience supporting federal agencies, especially the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • Experience working in an API development environment
  • Prior, successful experience working in a remote environment

Successful IGS employees embody the following Core Values:
  • Integrity, Honesty, and Ethics: We conduct our business with the highest level of ethics. Doing things like being accountable for mistakes, accepting helpful criticism, and following through on commitments to ourselves, each other, and our customers.
  • Empathy, Emotional Intelligence: How we interact with others including peers, colleagues, stakeholders, and customers' matters. We take collective responsibility to create an environment where colleagues and customers feel valued, included, and respected. We work within a diverse, integrated, and collaborative team to drive towards accomplishing the larger mission. We conscientiously and meticulously learn about our customers' and end-users' business drivers and challenges to ensure solutions meet not only technical needs but also support their mission.
  • Strong Work Ethic (Reliability, Dedication, Productivity): We are driven by a strong, self-motivated, and results-driven work ethic. We are reliable, accountable, proactive, and tenacious and will do what it takes to get the job done.
  • Life-Long Learner (Curious, Perspective, Goal Oriented): We challenge ourselves to continually learn and improve ourselves. We strive to be an expert in our field, continuously honing our craft, and finding solutions where others see problems.

Compensation: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary, including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.
Benefits: Initiate Government Solutions offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care, matching 401K and profit sharing, paid time off, training time for personal development, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid life insurance, employer-paid short and long term disability coverage, an education assistance program with potential merit increases for obtaining a work-related certification, employee recognition, and referral programs, spot bonuses, and other benefits that help provide financial protection for the employee and their family.
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