Web Developer (Ruby on Rails) - WD 26-02611

Job Title: Web Developer (Ruby on Rails)

Location: New York, NY
Duration: 12+ Months (Long-Term Contract)

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Ruby on Rails Developer to support the enhancement and upgrade of a digital participation platform built on an open-source civic engagement framework. This role involves both feature development and platform optimization, with a strong focus on scalability, usability, and performance.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize platform capabilities, resolve technical issues, and implement new features aligned with evolving business and user needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Platform Development & Enhancements

• Upgrade the platform to the latest version to enable improved functionality and performance

• Develop and enhance features such as taxonomy-based categorization, filtering, and sorting

• Implement bulk actions and automation tools to improve operational efficiency

• Enhance accessibility features, including support for alt text in embedded media

• Customize and improve UI components, navigation, and menu structures

Customization & Feature Improvements

• Configure and customize modules related to proposals, participatory processes, and accountability tracking

• Improve usability of group and collaboration features

• Build user-facing dashboards and usage analytics views

• Create and maintain translation and nomenclature rules

Bug Fixing & Optimization

• Identify and resolve bugs across multiple platform areas, including:

  • User account creation and authentication

  • Image uploads and rendering

  • Export functionality and outbound links

  • Performance issues and race conditions

• Optimize application performance and ensure system stability

Collaboration & Technical Delivery

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and scalable solutions

• Collaborate with developers, designers, and stakeholders in an Agile environment

• Conduct code reviews and maintain clean, well-documented code

• Support deployment, CI/CD processes, and cloud environments as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 4+ years of experience with Ruby on Rails

• Minimum 4+ years of experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)

• Minimum 4+ years of front-end development experience (JavaScript, CSS)

• Experience working in collaborative development teams (developers, PMs, designers)

• Ability to quickly onboard and adapt to new platforms and technologies

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

• Portfolio or GitHub link required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in Agile / iterative development environments

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS)

• Familiarity with open-source frameworks or civic tech platforms

• Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and environment management

Key Skills:

• Full-stack web development (Ruby on Rails + Frontend technologies)

• Application architecture and modular development

• Performance optimization and debugging

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Attention to detail and code quality

Work Environment:

• Hybrid or onsite role based in New York, NY

• Collaborative, fast-paced development environment

Additional Information:

• Opportunity to contribute to a large-scale, community-focused digital platform

• Ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and passionate about building impactful web applications