Remote Senior Software Engineer (Rails) - Remote

Description:

• PayNearMe is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Core Applications team in a remote capacity.
• The role involves designing, developing, and optimizing the platform that processes billions of dollars in payments.
• Responsibilities include owning and enhancing critical components of Ruby on Rails applications, ensuring high performance, security, and scalability.
• The engineer will architect and implement modular, maintainable, and well-tested code for the payments platform.
• The position requires optimizing system performance, troubleshooting bottlenecks, and solving complex engineering challenges in large-scale applications.
• Collaboration with product, security, and infrastructure teams is essential to build innovative solutions that drive business success.
• The engineer will mentor and support fellow engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and inclusivity.
• Best practices for code quality, design patterns, and long-term sustainability will be driven by the engineer.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 7+ years of software engineering experience with deep expertise in Ruby on Rails.
• Proven success in working with large, complex codebases and effectively communicating about code decisions is required.
• Strong decision-making skills are necessary, with the ability to balance business needs, technical excellence, and engineering velocity.
• Experience in modularizing applications and solving high-performance scalability challenges is essential.
• A solid understanding of software design patterns and architectural best practices is required.
• Commitment to collaboration, respect, and support for team members across all levels and backgrounds is expected.
• Nice to have qualifications include experience with payment processing systems or fintech platforms, familiarity with modern DevOps practices, and experience implementing Google Analytics or similar platforms.

Benefits:

• The position offers a base salary paid semi-monthly, ranging from $175,000 to $200,000 per year.
• Employees will enjoy a fast-paced and professional work culture.
• Stock options are provided with standard startup vesting - 1 year cliff; 4 years total.
• A $50 monthly communication expense stipend is available for phone/internet bills.
• A $250 stipend is provided to enhance the work-from-home setup.
• Reimbursement for peripheral equipment is available, including up to $400 for a monitor and up to $200 for a keyboard and mouse.
• Premium medical benefits, including vision and dental, are covered 100% for employees.
• Company-sponsored life and disability insurance is included.
• Paid parental bonding leave, sick leave, jury duty, and bereavement leave are offered.
• A 401k plan is available for employees.
• Flexible Time Off is encouraged, with team members typically taking off around 3-4 weeks per year.
• Volunteer Time Off is also provided.
• Employees enjoy 13 scheduled holidays and 2x/year in-person team meet-ups (2-3 days, company paid).