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As a proud B-Corp we focus on using business as a force for good. We do this by balancing out people and planet with profit. For every Mindful Chef recipe box bought we donate the equivalent of a school meal to a child in a less developed country (over 20 million meals donated and counting...) and we have also pledged to go Net Zero by 2030 but there are so many other initiatives that we would love to tell you about!
About the role
The Rails Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality web applications using Ruby on Rails. This role contributes to the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver features that meet product requirements and maintain platform reliability, scalability, and performance.
What we are looking for
You are
You will
Develop, test, and maintain Ruby on Rails applications, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to implement new features and improve existing functionality.
Identify and implement enhancements to system performance, scalability, and maintainability.
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and consistency across the team.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
Maintain documentation for systems, components, and processes as needed.
Contribute to platform architecture discussions and propose improvements where appropriate.
Work within agile/iterative development processes, delivering projects within set timelines.
Your profile
2+ years professional experience developing web applications with Ruby on Rails.
Strong understanding of modern Rails practices, including Hotwire (Turbo, Stimulus).
Experience with front-end technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Tailwind CSS.
Familiarity with relational databases and caching systems: PostgreSQL, Redis, Sidekiq.
Experience deploying and managing applications on Heroku and AWS.
Proficient in Git/GitHub for version control and CI/CD workflows.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
Knowledge of performance optimization, testing, and debugging within Rails applications.
Product-focused mindset with attention to user experience and quality.
Why us?
A competitive package that rewards your skills and dedication.
Flexibility of remote (UK) or hybrid working from our office based in Wandsworth.
Be part of a Better Business (B-Corp), making a positive impact on profit, people, and planet.
Join an award-winning startup backed by the largest food and beverage company globally: Nestle
Experience a workplace that feels like home, complete with free meals, a gym, a vertical farm, and pet-friendly policies.
Prioritise your well-being with perks like Vitality health insurance, access to LinkedIn Learning, mental health support, Better Up AI Coaching and a generous holiday package (30 days + bank holidays).
Enjoy a 50% discount on all Mindful Chef products.
Enhanced policy of up to 6 months full pay primary parental leave and up to 6 weeks full pay secondary parental leave.
The process