Sr. Ruby Engineer, Infrastructure

Homebase is the everything app for hourly teams, providing employee scheduling, time clocks, payroll, team communication, and HR solutions.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr. Ruby Engineer, Infrastructure

Homebase, the leading platform for hourly team management, is seeking a Senior Ruby Engineer for their Infrastructure team. This role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking to support their mission of making small business teams unstoppable. With over 100,000 businesses served and tracking of 1+ billion hours for 2.5+ million workers last year, Homebase offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact.

The position requires a skilled engineer with infrastructure expertise to ensure system resilience and scalability. You'll work with AWS, containerization, and messaging systems while collaborating with Product and Data engineering teams. The role demands both technical proficiency in Ruby, PostgreSQL, and Linux environments, and strong communication skills to bridge gaps between teams.

As a "Homie," you'll join a culture that values customer-first thinking and excellence, with the opportunity to shape the future of small business team management. The company offers comprehensive benefits including equity, healthcare, and professional development opportunities. The hybrid work environment provides flexibility while maintaining collaborative in-person sessions.

Backed by prestigious venture investors and with offices across North America, Homebase is positioned for continued growth. This role offers the perfect blend of technical challenges, meaningful impact on small businesses, and professional growth opportunities in a supportive, diverse environment. The company's commitment to inclusivity and work-life balance makes it an ideal place for talented engineers looking to make a difference in the small business ecosystem.

Last updated 8 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Ruby Engineer, Infrastructure

  • Ensure the availability and resiliency of underlying infrastructure
  • Bridge the gap between infrastructure and other teams reliant on resources and services
  • Help develop service-oriented architecture practices
  • Develop engineer-focused tooling to support service deployments and team ownership of services
  • Partner with Product and Data engineering teams to ensure they have necessary resources and capabilities

Requirements For Sr. Ruby Engineer, Infrastructure

Ruby
PostgreSQL
Kafka
RabbitMQ
Linux
  • 5+ years of experience on a Infrastructure/Platform team
  • 3+ years of experience working with AWS (preferred), GCP, or Azure
  • Knowledge of infrastructure automation tools (Terraform, Cloudformation, or Chef)
  • Proficiency with relational databases such as Postgres or MySQL
  • Experience with containers and container schedulers (AWS ECS or Kubernetes)
  • Proficiency with Linux/Unix and command-line tools
  • Experience supporting messaging queue systems (Kafka or RabbitMQ)
  • Experience with application performance tuning and troubleshooting
  • Development experience, preferably with ruby or go
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently
  • Ability to collaborate in office weekly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Benefits For Sr. Ruby Engineer, Infrastructure

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
Education Budget
  • Stock Options
  • 401(k) program + 4% company match
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
  • 20 days of accrued PTO
  • Paid holidays and volunteer time off
  • Learning and development stipend
  • Paid life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Paid parental leave
  • Commuter benefits
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) options
  • Equipment and workspace setup stipend
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Meals provided at work spaces
  • Team offsites and monthly engagement opportunities

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