Back End Engineer

<p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Back End Developer - Ruby Stack</strong></span></p><p>Are you an experienced Ruby developer with a passion for building and maintaining innovative applications? Do you enjoy working in fast-paced environments where your work can make a meaningful impact? If so, you might be a great fit for our team.</p><p>Codekeeper is currently searching for a talented Back End Engineer with strong expertise in the Ruby stack. Join us and play a key role in developing new features for our cutting-edge application.</p><p><br><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking a passionate and skilled Back End Engineer with expertise in Ruby Stack to join our team. The ideal candidate will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment, focusing on creating and maintaining scalable, high-quality applications. This role is perfect for a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to drive new feature development using Ruby on Rails and React technologies.</p><p><br><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li><p>Collaborate with our team on the development of our app and drive new feature development</p></li><li><p>Utilize a Ruby-on-Rails and React stack, hosted on AWS</p></li><li><p>Write well-structured, lightweight, and easily editable code, supported by testing</p></li><li><p>Follow our clearly defined product development process and detailed interaction designs</p></li><li><p>Exercise a high degree of autonomy in deciding the best solutions for tasks and discussing implementation decisions during code reviews</p></li></ul><p><br><strong>Why Codekeeper?</strong></p><p>Codekeeper was founded by tech industry professionals to revolutionize software escrow for the cloud era. We offer state-of-the-art software escrow solutions that mitigate third-party risks in business operations. As a remote-first company with a central office in The Hague, we prioritize a healthy, resilient organization to support the development of our robust app.</p><p>🌐 <a href="https://codekeeper.co">codekeeper.co</a></p><p><br><strong>What You Can Expect</strong></p><ul><li><p>Passionate and fun-loving colleagues</p></li><li><p>Startup mindset with ample opportunities for growth</p></li><li><p>Regular team activities and gatherings</p></li><li><p>Comprehensive onboarding process with a dedicated ramp-up period</p></li><li><p>A supportive team that values open communication and direct feedback</p></li><li><p>A chance to excel in your career and make a difference</p></li></ul><p><br><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We seek a motivated and innovative individual who is ready to embrace challenges and grow alongside our company. The core skills and experience we're looking for include:</p><ul><li><p>Proficiency in Ruby, Python, or Node.js</p></li><li><p>Expertise in Ruby on Rails</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with AWS</p></li><li><p>A good sense of React</p></li><li><p>Passion for building beautiful, intuitive interfaces and scalable backends</p></li><li><p>Driven and enthusiastic personality</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills in English</p></li><li><p>Ability to adapt and multitask in a fast-paced environment</p></li></ul><p><br><strong>Additional Info</strong></p><p>Job Location: Remote<strong> (#LI-Remote)</strong><br>Join us to shape the future of software escrow!</p><p><br><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>Please send an application that speaks directly to how you would like to fill this position. There are no right answers or expectations. Show us your role in our company’s future and our role in yours. Address some of the work we do. Introduce yourself as a colleague. Feel free to respond in either Dutch or English</p>

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