Backend Developer - Ruby on Rails (Remote)

Overview

GovCIO is seeking a Ruby on Rails Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain backend services for VA.gov. This role is primarily focused on Ruby/Rails backend engineering, API development, system reliability, and integration work. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to AI-enabled enhancements where they provide clear user valuer. This is a fully remote position open to candidates within the Continental United States (CONUS). Responsibilities:

Backend Development* Build and maintain backend components using Ruby on Rails, JSON controllers, Sidekiq, and other server-side tools. * Develop and optimize RESTful APIs and backend integrations. * Ensure performance, reliability, security, and compliance across all backend services. * Conduct system analysis to clarify requirements, data flows, program intent, and technical constraints.

AI-Enabled Enhancements* Integrate AI capabilities into existing workflows with proper safeguards, observability, and monitoring. * Support operationalizing AI solutions within AWS, including Amazon Bedrock (model selection, latency, IAM, cost management, and logging). * Contribute to RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) implementation, including embedding strategy, vector search, relevance tuning, and guardrails.

Collaboration & Delivery* Work closely with developers, product teams, and platform partners to deliver features for veteran-facing services. * Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and code reviews. * Assist in defining system requirements, creating user stories, and estimating project timelines

Quality, Documentation & Testing* Prepare documentation such as reports, operational procedures, and maintenance manuals. * Participate in integration testing and ensure seamless system functionality. * Maintain proactive communication with internal and external stakeholders. * Ensure all deliverables meet contract, quality, and security standards.

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