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# Senior Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails/React)

- **Company:** The Ladders
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, PostgreSQL, Ruby on Rails, Redis, Software Engineering, ReactJS, Reliability of Systems
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/pho4jomtk0

## About the Role

* 5+ years of professional software development experience
 * Advanced proficiency in Ruby on Rails and relational databases
 * Familiarity with Redis, PostgreSQL, and Sidekiq in production environments
 * Proficiency in React and full stack development
 * Demonstrated experience leveraging AI to enhance tools and features
 * Strong collaboration skills with mentorship abilities
 * Permanent U.S. residency required

## Description

* Design, implement, and deliver complex features in Ruby on Rails and React
 * Lead technical debt mitigation and system reliability efforts
 * Influence architecture and system design for long-term improvements
 * Set high standards for code quality and mentor others
 * Drive enhancements to internal tooling and CI/CD processes
 * Facilitate technical discussions and guide team decisions
 * Act as a point of escalation for complex technical challenges
 * Collaborate with product managers and designers to shape feature direction


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