Software Engineer, Ruby

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +30 more states.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with fellow engineers at Nava to design, evaluate, and develop high-quality software.

• Partner with government associates and other contractors to architect, implement, and enhance new systems as well as existing ones.

• Operate in an agile environment to swiftly deliver new features that align with user requirements.

• Develop tools and processes aimed at automating our development, testing, and production workflows.

• Produce and review technical documentation while conducting code reviews.

• Engage in an on-call rotation to support production systems and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

• Participate in recruitment activities, such as submitting referrals, conducting interviews, and attending interview debriefs, as necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficiency in Ruby, Ruby on Rails, and JavaScript.

• A minimum of 4 years of full-stack engineering experience contributing to development efforts in a fast-paced, dynamic setting with minimal supervision.

• Substantial experience with web-based systems, covering both front-end and back-end development.

• Experience with large-scale applications and systems.

• A flexible, empathetic, collaborative, and positive attitude.

• Capability to approach engineering challenges with a holistic perspective.

• Understanding of engineering basics and architectural principles.

• Expertise in crafting well-designed software.

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities, both technical and non-technical.

• Familiarity with contemporary web development frameworks.

• Experience in designing and implementing application architectures and code that are highly scalable, available, and efficient.

• Self-motivated, needing little supervision.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

• Prior experience as a software engineer.

• Willingness to give and receive constructive feedback.

• Experience with testing methodologies, particularly automated testing.

• Knowledge of code quality tools such as Linter.

• Experience in system design, including creating sustainable systems for high usage and ensuring seamless communication between front-end and back-end components.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to address your overall health needs.

• Insurance coverage — Nava offers disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no expense.

• Time off — vacation days, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays for relaxation and rejuvenation.

• Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays annually in addition to your regular PTO.

• Annual bonus — when Nava achieves its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus.

• Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, along with weekly meal deliveries to your home.

• Wellness program — a comprehensive platform providing physical, mental, and emotional health resources & support tools.

• Virtual care — access online consultations with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program.

• Sabbatical leave — the opportunity to earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal development or rest.

• 401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan.

• Flexible work — a remote-first environment with flexibility tailored to your schedule and responsibilities.

• Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for your remote work needs.

• Utility support — monthly reimbursements to help cover eligible home office utility expenses.

• Learning opportunities — access to internal training programs and resources to enhance your professional skills.

• Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual budget for courses, tuition, and certifications.

• Referral bonus — earn rewards when you refer outstanding candidates who join the Nava team.

• Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to assist with in-office travel when applicable.

• Supportive culture — a collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where team members genuinely care.