Engineering & Technology
Lead
Ukraine

Lead Ruby Software Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role, you will drive backend development across key WFM modules, taking ownership of architecture decisions, code quality, and seamless integrations within a modern cloud-based environment. You will join a focused delivery team building a Workforce Management platform for a leading US on-demand delivery company, working closely with the client’s engineering lead.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design and develop Ruby on Rails backend services for key WFM modules, ensuring scalability and reliability of the solution
  • Own implementation decisions and deliver production-quality code that improves system performance and maintainability
  • Collaborate closely with the client’s engineering lead, product SME, and cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business needs
  • Build and maintain RESTful APIs consumed by the React and TypeScript frontend, ensuring consistency and performance
  • Integrate external systems, including Okta authentication, EventBridge messaging, and Snowflake data sources
  • Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and maintain high standards of testing, coverage, and linting
  • Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and daily async communication within a distributed team
  • Document architecture decisions, API contracts, and contribute to knowledge transfer and smooth project handover

REQUIREMENTS

  • 5+ years of backend development experience with at least 3 years in Ruby on Rails production environments
  • Strong expertise in PostgreSQL, including query optimization, indexing, and schema migrations
  • Solid knowledge of RESTful API design and integration principles
  • Hands-on experience with AWS services such as ECS, ECR, EventBridge, or similar cloud platforms
  • Practical experience with OAuth 2.0 and JWT authentication flows
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate directly with client stakeholders
  • Proactive ownership mindset with proficiency to drive solutions and identify risks early
  • Upper-Intermediate or higher English level for effective teamwork in an international environment
  • Experience integrating with external systems and data platforms, such as Snowflake (is a plus)

SoftServe is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship, disability, health condition, marital or family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Role Summary

Location

Ukraine

Work type

Remote/Office

Direction

Engineering & Technology

Subdirection

Software Development

Tech level

Lead

Personal recruiter:

Albina Ilaschuk

Personal recruiter

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About us

We are a digital engineering and technology consulting company where expertise grows alongside people. For more than 30 years, we have been elevating technology: helping organizations navigate complex business challenges by combining deep engineering knowledge with thoughtful, research-backed innovation. Our teams work across key areas: digital engineering, data and analytics, Сloud, and AI/ML. In each, we deliver practical, scalable solutions rooted in real business needs and measurable human impact.

You bring your perspective and ambition. We create an environment where your work meets clarity, confidence, and purpose.

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Flexible Work Model

Work from home, from the office, or in a hybrid format that supports focus and collaboration.

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Competitive, market-based pay, benchmarked by role and location — plus health coverage, paid time off, wellness support, and learning opportunities.

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