Senior Database Engineer

BCforward is seeking highly motivated and experienced Software Engineer IV / Database Engineer Note: Must be willing to work on W2. Job Title: Software Engineer IV / Database Engineer Location: Remote Job Duration: 12 Months Contract, Possible extension Pay Rate: $80/Hr. On W2. Must Have • API Design • Database Engineering • Database Optimization • Database Performance • PostgreSQL • Ruby on Rails Nice To Have • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. • Knowledge of GraphQL and modern API design. Job Description - About the Role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Database Engineer with strong proficiency in PostgreSQL and Ruby on Rails to join our development team. You will be responsible for building scalable, high-quality data applications and services that deliver exceptional API experiences. You’ll work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to implement new features and improve existing systems. Key Responsibilities: • Design, develop, test, and deploy back-end applications using Ruby on Rails and PostgreSQL. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features. • Maintain code quality through unit tests, code reviews, and automated testing. • Identify and correct bottlenecks and bugs to ensure optimal performance. • Participate in architectural decisions and technical design discussions. • Write clean, scalable, and well-documented code. • Stay current with the latest industry trends and technologies. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). • 5+ years of professional software development and database engineering experience. • Proficiency in Ruby on Rails and PostgreSQL. • Experience with optimizing databases for high-volume APIs. • Familiarity with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and client-server architecture. • Experience with version control systems like Git. • Understanding of software development principles and Agile methodologies. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. • Familiar Knowledge of GraphQL and modern API design.ity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. • Experience with testing frameworks. • Understanding of performance optimization and security best practices.