This role is part of a new boarding party supporting the Department of Veteran Affairs focused on getting Veterans the benefits they earned faster and more efficiently. Specifically targeting the following initiatives: Increasing the speed in which Veteran’s benefits claims are processed. Streamline digital processes and reduce complexity for end users. Incorporate innovative technologies that improve the overall performance of VA’s systems. Reduce bureaucracy and inefficiency wherever it is found. What you'll do Ship It: Write code, solve problems, deliver results. If you are confident in your ability and skills, you can stop reading here and apply. Design, build, and maintain backend services in Ruby, leveraging Sidekiq for background job processing, and ensure features are delivered with reliability and speed. Ship It: Own the design, build, and maintenance of backend services in Ruby (with Sidekiq) and ensure features are delivered reliably and on time. Data & Cache Magic: Work with Postgres for modeling and optimizing data, and use Redis for caching and job queues to keep systems fast and efficient. Bridge the Gap: Collaborate across teams to connect backend logic with user-facing features, integrate with some Java components, and deliver end-to-end solutions. Raise the Bar: Write maintainable, well-tested, and secure code. Contribute to code reviews, system design, and monitoring practices that keep production stable and scalable. Stop, Collaborate, and Listen: Work closely with data scientists, analysts, software engineers, and product managers to support business needs and ensure robust and scalable applications are available. End-to-End Development. API Integration. Database Management. Server Architecture. Performance Monitoring and Optimization: No explanation of these terms should be needed. Help the Crew: Collaborate with other developers, performing code reviews, and mentor team members. Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing across the team. Problem Solving: Identify and resolve technical issues related to our backend systems. Staying Updated: Keep up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in backend development.