Ruby Software Engineer
These are exciting times at Goldstar Learning!!!
We've been an innovator and leader in the EdTech space for over 10 years and we're growing.
To accommodate our rapid growth, we will be moving our headquarters to new offices in downtown Chicago's Tech Hub, River North--near the Merchandise Mart.
Our software platform has served us well, and we want to take it to the next level.
That's where you come in!
----We're looking for Talented Ruby Developers to Join our Team----
You'll get the chance to work on all aspects of our latest products and features, as well as major new development projects.
This is your chance to contribute what you know and learn how to get things done using the latest technologies.
We'll give you the flexibility to help select the best tools to get the job done.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for building web-based solutions, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate an ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
You thrive on tackling challenging problems and keep abreast of the latest technology developments.
Required skills:
- Fluent in one or more of following: Python, Perl, PHP
- Working knowledge of Ruby
- Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming
- Experience with MVC, Mocking, ORM
- Familiarity with Git and JIRA
- Agile development methodology - Scrum, Kanban, etc.
- Modern object-oriented programming and testing methodologies
- Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to support, diagnose and resolve issues in a production environment
- Work well independently and as part of a team and require minimum oversight
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Equivalent
Desired Skills:
- JavaScript, jQuery
- MVC, RESTful
- Backbone.js, Node.js, Angular.js
- HTML, CSS
- Linux Administration
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401K, Health, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance.
Paid holidays and generous vacation policy.
We are moving into a gorgeous loft space in the 400 block of North Wells just steps away from the trains and bus.
Prefer to stand up while you work? Press a button and your desk will elevate to a stand-up position.
We care about our employees professional growth, convenience and comfort.
Goldstar Learning is a Chicago-based EdTech software company founded in 2000 to answer education's evolving assessment, reporting, and data-analysis needs. We provide K-12 educators with industry leading web-based tools that assist in raising student achievement and provide real-time access to student achievement data used to shape their instruction. Our flagship product, Mastery Manager, is utilized in K-12 schools across the country in both large and small districts, as well as in public, private and charter schools.
Goldstar Learning is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
ATTN: SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE.
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