Flexible work model
Work from home, from the office, or in a hybrid format that supports focus and collaboration.
ABOUT THE ROLE
In this role, you will build and evolve backend services for US-based client that provides cloud-based construction software to clients across the globe. With their award-winning suite of project management tools, hundreds of thousands of users have a bunch of benefits. Thus, they manage all types of construction projects including industrial plants, office buildings, apartment complexes, university facilities, retail centers, and more
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, implement, and maintain REST API endpoints
- Work with Elasticsearch-backed search, filters, sort, complex aggregation and pagination while keeping performance and correctness in mind
- Apply and extend permission and domain models so APIs are secure and consistent with the rest of the platform
- Write clear API documentation (e.g. OpenAPI/OAS) and keep schemas and examples up to date
- Participate in code review, testing (unit/integration), and operational support for owned APIs
- Collaborate with frontend engineers, QA specialists, and product stakeholders to align API capabilities with business needs
REQUIREMENTS
- Strong backend development experience with Ruby on Rails and REST API design
- Solid understanding of API versioning, pagination, filtering, and consistent response structures, familiarity with OpenAPI/Swagger or similar.
- Proficiency with SQL, query optimization, and avoiding N+1 issues within ORM-based systems
- Experience implementing authorization models and handling role-based or domain-driven permissions
- Hands-on experience with automated unit and integration testing for APIs and backing services
- Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow team standards and documentation
- Familiarity with Elasticsearch, OpenSearch, or similar technologies for search and data operations is a plus
- Understanding of async data handling, server-side state, and data-heavy UI patterns (as a plus)
- Experience with modern testing tools such as Jest or Cypress (beneficial)
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.
Role Summary
Location
Ukraine
Work type
Remote/Office
Direction
Engineering & Technology
Subdirection
Software Development
Tech level
Senior
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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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Competitive, market-based pay, benchmarked by role and location — plus health coverage, paid time off, wellness support, and learning opportunities.
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