Backend Engineer, Ruby

1 month, 3 weeks ago
Full-time
Mid Level
Software Development
KOMOJU

KOMOJU

KOMOJU is a global payment gateway that enables merchants worldwide to accept payments on their websites with ease. With a focus on providing a wide range of payment methods in Japan, South Korea, China, and Europe, KOMOJU is the preferred choice for b...

Internet Software & Services

Description

  • Build backend systems and APIs for KOMOJU’s payment platform using the Ruby on Rails stack.
  • Translate product goals and feature requests into working software and clear technical specifications.
  • Design and execute large technical projects from design through implementation and delivery as part of a team.
  • Add new APIs for front-end interfaces and collaborate with product and front-end teams on requirements.
  • Investigate and resolve production bugs and partner integration issues to ensure customer payments process correctly.
  • Ensure high-quality, reliable software through thorough testing, code reviews, refactoring, and documentation.
  • Improve system reliability and observability, including work with Terraform and DataDog.
  • Provide and receive constructive feedback and mentoring within the engineering team to help develop skills and improve the codebase.
  • Occasionally contribute to front-end tasks (<5%) as needed.

Requirements

  • Familiarity with Ruby core concepts such as the object hierarchy and metaprogramming features (e.g., method_missing).
  • Experience building performant, scalable Ruby web applications.
  • Ability to design data models and overall system architectures.
  • Strong technical communication skills, including the ability to document decisions clearly and concisely.
  • Solid knowledge of testing practices and different testing types.
  • Understanding of common web vulnerabilities and how to mitigate them.
  • Knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and engineering best practices.
  • Nice-to-have: Experience with TypeScript, Vue.js, or React.
  • Nice-to-have: Experience with payments/payment systems, secure and fault-tolerant integration with third-party APIs, understanding of database performance/data access patterns, and familiarity with monitoring/observability tools such as DataDog.

Benefits

  • Remote-first work with optional office space for in-person collaboration.
  • 10 days regular vacation plus 5 days summer and 5 days winter vacation.
  • Paid birthday holiday.
  • Budget for self-learning allowance and access to the O'Reilly Learning Platform.
  • Language training for Japanese and English (optional).
  • Twice-weekly office lunch.

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