Position Details

Salary $90K – $100K USD / year

Type Contract

Experience mid

Exp. Years 5+ years

Education Bachelor's (or commensurate experience)

Category Software Engineering

About this role

This role involves developing backend services for VA.gov using Ruby on Rails, integrating AI features like RAG, and managing cloud infrastructure on AWS to ensure reliable and secure operations.

Key Responsibilities

Develop backend components with Ruby on Rails
Integrate AI features like RAG
Manage cloud infrastructure on AWS
Optimize API performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Technical Overview

The technical environment includes Ruby on Rails, AWS cloud services, AI/ML integrations such as RAG, RESTful API design, and version control, supporting government digital services.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a mid-level Ruby on Rails developer with 5+ years of experience, proficient in API development, AWS cloud services, and AI integrations such as RAG. They should be capable of working independently in a remote environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams on innovative backend solutions.

Must-Have Skills

Ruby on RailsAPI developmentAWSAgileScrum

Nice-to-Have Skills

AI integrationRetrieval-Augmented GenerationVector searchModel managementSecurityMonitoring

Tools & Platforms

JiraGitHubConfluenceAWSAmazon Bedrock

Required Skills

Ruby on RailsAPI developmentJSONSidekiqRESTful APIsAWSAmazon Web ServicesAIRetrieval-Augmented GenerationRAGVector searchModel managementSecurityMonitoringVersion controlAgileScrum

Hard Skills

Ruby on RailsRubyRailsAPI developmentJSONSidekiqRESTful APIsAWSAmazon Web ServicesAIRetrieval-Augmented GenerationRAGVector searchModel managementSecurityMonitoringVersion controlAgileScrum

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-solvingIndependenceTeamwork

Industry & Role

Industry Government/Public Sector

Job Function Build and maintain backend services for VA.gov with AI and cloud integration

Clearance & Visa

Clearance Required Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust

Keywords for Your Resume

Ruby on RailsAPI developmentJSONSidekiqRESTful APIsAWSAmazon Web ServicesAIRetrieval-Augmented GenerationRAGVector searchModel managementSecurityMonitoringVersion controlAgileScrumAmazon Bedrock

Deal Breakers

No experience with Ruby on Rails, Lack of AWS or cloud experience, Unwilling to work remotely, No experience with AI or RAG

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