> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3105296-senior-backend-software-engineer-ruby](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3105296-senior-backend-software-engineer-ruby). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Senior Backend Software Engineer - Ruby

- **Company:** Chronos Consulting
- **Location:** Badajoz, Spain (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon S3, Software Quality, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Amazon DynamoDB, PostgreSQL, Message Broker, Enterprise Messaging Systems, Network Protocols, NoSQL, Ruby on Rails, Ruby, Load Balancing, Data Storage Technologies, Caching, Backend, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Vertica, Network Server
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/senior-backend-software-engineer-ruby-en-badajoz-ID-372573852

## About the Role

Collaborate with distributed teams and prepare for Rust/Wasm usage in the future
Requisitos principales 5+ years of experience in scalable distributed backend development
Strong understanding of databases, load balancers, app servers, message brokers, caching, and monitoring
Solid knowledge of network protocols and stacks
Experience with traditional and NoSQL DB technologies
Strong foundations in data structures and algorithms
Multilingual programming experience with Ruby, Go, and Rust
Excellent debugging, analytical, problem-solving, and social skills
BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related subject, 7+ years of industry experience
Willingness to work remotely with globally distributed teams
excellent debugging
analytical
problem-solving
Ruby
Ruby on Rails
PostgreSQL

## Description

OverviewIn this role you will shape a high-performing, distributed backend platform that handles recipe execution, events, and jobs. You'll work with a cross-functional team to scale and secure complex systems, balancing performance, durability, and concurrency. You'll contribute across the full development lifecycle, improving the core engine and integrating diverse storage and messaging technologies. This is a mission-critical position at a leading software company offering strong compensation and remote collaboration across time zones.Compensaciones / Beneficios remote workcompetitive compensation and benefitsResponsabilidades Build, extend, and troubleshoot Go and Ruby applications, including microservicesImprove the execution engine for custom code (Ruby DSL, isolation, performance) and add new featuresWrite clean, testable Ruby and Go codeIntegrate data storage solutions (Postgres, S3, DynamoDB, Kafka, ClickHouse)Contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle and perform code reviewsIdentify bottlenecks and bugs, propose improvements, and maintain code quality and automationCollaborate with distributed teams and prepare for Rust/Wasm usage in the futureRequisitos principales 5+ years of experience in scalable distributed backend developmentStrong understanding of databases, load balancers, app servers, message brokers, caching, and monitoringSolid knowledge of network protocols and stacksExperience with traditional and NoSQL DB technologiesStrong foundations in data structures and algorithmsMultilingual programming experience with Ruby, Go, and RustExcellent debugging, analytical, problem-solving, and social skillsBS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related subject, 7+ years of industry experienceWillingness to work remotely with globally distributed teamsexcellent debugginganalyticalproblem-solvingRubyRuby on RailsPostgreSQL


## Related Videos

- [Get ready to Rustle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/698-get-ready-to-rustle)
- [Coffee with Developers: David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/875-coffee-with-developers-david-heinemeier-hansson)
- [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis)
- [Rust Beyond Systems: Revolutionizing Web Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1111-rust-beyond-systems-revolutionizing-web-development)
- [NoSQL Data Modeling for Front-end Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/297-nosql-data-modeling-for-front-end-developers)
- [Coroutine explained yet again 60 years later](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/690-coroutine-explained-yet-again-60-years-later)

## Related Articles

- [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)
- [The 7 Most Popular Backend Frameworks for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/403-the-7-most-popular-backend-frameworks-for-developers)
- [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again)
- [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)
- [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)
- [Backend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/196-backend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023)