Opus Recruitment Solutions

Ruby Engineer

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This role is for a senior Ruby Engineer on a freelance contract, remote, 40 hours/week, outside IR35. Key skills include expert Ruby/Rails proficiency, system design, API development, and mentorship experience. Start date is ASAP.
🌎 - Country
United Kingdom
💱 - Currency
£ GBP
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💰 - Day rate
Unknown
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🗓️ - Date
June 30, 2026
🕒 - Duration
Unknown
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🏝️ - Location
Remote
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📄 - Contract
Outside IR35
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🔒 - Security
Unknown
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📍 - Location detailed
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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🧠 - Skills detailed
#Leadership #Deployment #Ruby on Rails #Database Design #API (Application Programming Interface) #Ruby #Databases #Scala
Role description
For one of our leading clients, we are searching for a senior Ruby Engineer to join on a contract basis. Please note, the position will be outside IR35. Role Responsibilities • Design and architect robust, scalable systems and services using Ruby and Rails • Lead the development of APIs and service-oriented architectures to enable seamless integrations • Drive performance optimization efforts across applications and databases • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define and implement technical solutions • Establish and uphold best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment • Mentor and guide engineers, fostering a culture of learning and technical excellence Requirements • Have expert proficiency in Ruby and Ruby on Rails • Have extensive experience in system design and architecture for mission-critical applications • Have advanced skills in relational and non-relational database design • Have a proven track record of performance optimization and scalability improvements • Have a strong background in API design and service-oriented architecture • Demonstrate mentorship abilities and team leadership experience Contract Details: • Start date: ASAP • Location: Remote • Hours per week: 40 • Contract: Freelance • Outside IR35