Ruby Rails Developer Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

About Us:

We are a consulting firm with a focus on supporting the software developments of international energy trading industry in establishing and growing their operations in the United States. Our expertise includes navigating the complexities of the US job market, understanding employment regulations, and crafting competitive benefit packages tailored to the energy trading sector. We provide comprehensive support to help our clients attract and retain top talent, ensuring compliance with all relevant legal and cultural considerations. Our tailored solutions are designed to meet the unique needs of energy trading companies, enabling them to build strong and effective teams that drive success in the competitive US market. Our client will be the hiring company. Please see below for details on the job.

Location: Houston, Texas

Overview:

Our Client is seeking skilled Software Engineers to join our development team, focusing on building and maintaining the codebase for our Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) system. The ideal candidates will have expertise in backend development using Ruby on Rails and Java Springboot, as well as frontend development using JavaScript frameworks like ExtJS (Sencha) and Vue.js. Experience with Docker and Linux bash commands for system deployment and maintenance is preferred. While Ruby on Rails experience is not a strict requirement, familiarity with Java is essential, and we offer training for the Ruby on Rails codebase. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Ruby on Rails and Java Springboot for our ETRM system.

- Develop and implement frontend interfaces using JavaScript frameworks, including ExtJS and Vue.js.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and other developers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.

- Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment.

- Use Docker and Linux bash commands for system deployment and maintenance tasks.

- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, following best practices and coding standards.

- Troubleshoot and debug issues, optimizing performance and reliability of the system.

- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, continuously improving skills and knowledge.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

- Proficiency in Java and Java Springboot, with a strong understanding of backend development principles.

- Experience with JavaScript and at least one frontend framework/library, such as ExtJS or Vue.js.

- Familiarity with Docker and containerization technologies.

- Experience using Linux bash commands for system operations and deployment.

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Good communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience with Ruby on Rails, or a willingness to learn and work with the framework.

- Previous experience in the energy trading or financial services industry.

- Knowledge of ETRM systems and their specific requirements.

- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and related services.

- Understanding of microservices architecture and API development.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary and benefits package

- Professional development opportunities and career growth

- Engaging work in a dynamic industry with a focus on innovative solutions