Senior Full Stack Engineer
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Senior Full Stack Engineer
About FetLife
FetLife is the world's largest kinky social network, connecting over 10 million members. As a fully remote team, we're passionate about building a safe and inclusive platform for our diverse community.
Job Description
We're seeking a talented and experienced Senior Full Stack Engineer to join our growing team. You'll play a key role in improving the performance and maintainability of our Ruby on Rails monolith, utilizing Vue.js, Typescript, and Rust.
Responsibilities:
- Enhance the FetLife codebase for optimal performance and maintainability.
- Develop and implement new features within our existing Ruby on Rails application.
- Collaborate with the team on testing, continuous integration, and deployment processes.
- Contribute to the technical direction and architecture of the platform.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience with Ruby on Rails development.
- Strong understanding of Vue.js, Typescript, Redis, MySQL/PostgreSQL, and RSpec/Capybara.
- Excellent written communication skills for clear and concise documentation.
- Ability to work effectively remotely with 3 hours of overlap with CET time zone.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary range: $115k - $170k USD per year.
- Generous paid time off: 2 weeks vacation, 5 statutory holidays, 2 weeks during Christmas, and 4-day workweeks during summer months.
- Annual company retreat and anniversary gift.
- Monthly streaming music subscription reimbursement.
- Fully paid maternity and paternity leave.
Qualifications
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Full Stack Engineer to join our growing team. Ideal candidates will possess:
- 5+ years of professional experience developing and maintaining web applications using Ruby on Rails.
- Proven expertise in Vue.js, Typescript, Redis, MySQL/PostgreSQL, and RSpec/Capybara.
- Strong understanding of software development best practices, including testing, continuous integration, and deployment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and remotely while maintaining strong communication and meeting deadlines.
- Availability to work with 3 hours of overlap with the CET time zone.
Bonus points for:
- Experience with Rust.
- Contributions to open-source projects.
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain features for the FetLife platform using Ruby on Rails, Vue.js, Typescript, and Rust.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design, QA) to deliver high-quality user experiences.
- Optimize the performance and scalability of the existing codebase.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and consistency.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices in full-stack development.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely and efficient manner.
Selection Process
FetLife Senior Full Stack Engineer Hiring Workflow
1. Application Review: Candidates submit their resumes and cover letters through the job portal. The AI agent automatically screens applications based on required skills and experience.
2. Technical Assessment: Shortlisted candidates complete a coding challenge focused on Ruby on Rails, Vue.js, and related technologies.
3. Video Interview: Top performers participate in a video interview with the hiring manager, focusing on technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit.
4. Culture Fit Interview: Candidates engage in a second interview with a team member, exploring their communication style, remote work experience, and alignment with FetLife's values.
5. Final Decision: The hiring team reviews all interview feedback and technical assessments to make a final decision.
6. Offer & Onboarding: The selected candidate receives a formal offer outlining compensation and benefits. A smooth onboarding process ensures a successful transition into the FetLife team.
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About FetLife
About FetLife
FetLife is the world's largest kinky social network, connecting over 10 million members worldwide. We're a passionate team dedicated to building a safe, inclusive, and empowering platform for people to explore their sexuality and connect with like-minded individuals.
As a fully remote company, we value flexibility and collaboration. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. At FetLife, we're committed to providing competitive compensation and benefits, including a generous salary, paid time off, and comprehensive health coverage. Join our team and help us build a brighter future for the kink community.
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