Sr. Back End Engineer

As a Senior Back End Engineer at Medely, your responsibilities include writing high-quality code, leading code reviews, and improving our software architecture continually. You'll also translate product requirements into robust code, research new technologies to enhance user experiences, and perform extensive testing of systems to ensure reliability, all while working closely with cross-functional teams.

To qualify for the Senior Back End Engineer role at Medely, candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 5 years in software engineering. Practical experience with Ruby on Rails, relational databases like PostgreSQL, and a solid understanding of RESTful API design are essential for success in this position.

At Medely, the work culture is remote, collaborative, and entrepreneurial. We strive to maintain a flexible and balanced work environment where team members are empowered to innovate and contribute to the company's mission of transforming healthcare staffing. Our team embraces diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming experience for everyone.

Medely offers an attractive benefits package for the Senior Back End Engineer role, including competitive compensation, a full suite of healthcare benefits, a 401k with long-term incentives, and generous Paid Time Off policies. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing, mission-oriented startup.

Code reviews are crucial for a Senior Back End Engineer at Medely as they help maintain code quality, share knowledge among team members, and identify potential issues early in the development process. They foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration, ensuring that the codebase remains robust and scalable as we innovate in the healthcare industry.

In your response, highlight specific projects where you've utilized Ruby on Rails, focusing on how you managed the application lifecycle, debugging techniques, and how your coding practices adhere to best standards.

Discuss the fundamentals of RESTful API architecture, such as resource-based URLs, stateless interactions, and the use of standard HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE). Include examples of how you've previously implemented these principles in a project.

Talk about your approach to testing, including unit tests, integration tests, and regression tests. Mention any tools or frameworks you prefer and how you incorporate feedback from code reviews to enhance code quality.

Share a specific example where you tackled a complex issue, detailing your thought process, the technologies involved, and how your solution made a positive impact on the project and team.

Explain how you communicate and collaborate with other departments such as product management, design, and QA. Discuss any frameworks or tools you use to facilitate efficient teamwork and ensure everyone is aligned.

Discuss the resources you leverage to keep your skills sharp, like participating in webinars, online courses, or tech workshops. Mention any communities or platforms where you network with other professionals.

Outline your systematic approach to debugging, including replication of the issue, analyzing logs, using debugging tools, and how you involve team members to collaborate on solving complex bugs.

Talk about your time management skills and methods such as task prioritization frameworks (like Eisenhower Matrix), and how you balance deadlines with quality deliverables.

Share your preferred coding practices, such as adherence to DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself) principles, code consistency, and how you document your code to ensure clarity and maintainability for the entire team.

Describe your motivation to join Medely, focusing on your alignment with the company’s mission to transform the healthcare industry, as well as your enthusiasm for working in a collaborative, remote environment that values innovation and flexibility.