Senior Software Engineer Ruby on Rails (m/f/x)

Tractive was founded in 2012 in Pasching, Austria, by a group of paw-ssionate entrepreneurs with the aim of creating a safer environment for millions of pets around the world. By leveraging the latest technologies, Tractive develops pet wearables, apps and online services that provide pet parents with more happiness, security and peace of mind.

Today, Tractive is the most trusted name for keeping cats and dogs safe and healthy. Behind it stands a dedicated, dynamic and experienced international team of truly unique individuals who care about each other just as much as they care about going the extra mile for pet parents. Want to be part of our story? Check out this role and see if you're a good match!

As part of our Software team, you will:

• Develop innovative software solutions that have a real-world impact, helping millions of pets stay safe and connected around the globe
• Develop and maintain scalable, high-performance applications using Ruby on Rails, NoSQL databases, and AWS services
• Work with cross-functional teams to meet business goals and project needs
• Shape the overall architecture by working closely with senior team members and architects, ensuring robust design principles
• Promote quality in every aspect of development by implementing best practices in coding, design, and testing
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and foster a culture of learning
• Stay updated with new technologies and improve development processes
• Bring in your fresh ideas to make Tractive better - you'll never hear the phrase " because that's how we've always done things"
• Continuously grow personally and professionally, take ownership of areas that show your potential, and attend workshops which help you get to the next level

Key requirements:

• Degree in Computer Science or related field
• 7+ Years of experience with Ruby on Rails & building scalable apps
• Proficient in NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) & AWS services (ECS, EC2, Fargate)
• Expert in RESTful APIs, Microservices, CI/CD, and containerization (Docker)
• Strong knowledge of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Fluency in English

Does this sound like you?

• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills
• Enthusiastic about tackling challenges in high-availability systems
• Thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys mentoring others
• Lives by the philosophy: "Release early, release often" to fuel continuous progress and innovation
• Excited to work in Austria alongside an outstanding team

• 4 Day Work Week
• Hybrid Setup
• Flexible Schedule
• Pawternity Leave
• International Team
• Wellness Bonus
• Price Public Transport
• Online Learning Budget
• Relocation Support

Just so you know what to expect: For this position, we offer a competitive overpayment based on qualification and experience. Annual gross salary starts at € 65.000 full-time - at Tractive that means a 4-day work week with a 3-day weekend.

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