Principal Engineer

Xurrent Principal EngineerMission of the positionXurrent, Inc. ("Xurrent") designates a Principal Engineer. The Principal Engineer at Xurrent will be a key contributor to the development of our cutting-edge web application. Leveraging your expertise in Ruby on Rails, you will lead the design, development, and deployment of high-quality software solutions. Reporting to the CTO, your mission will be to drive technical excellence, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and impactful product features.Responsibilities- Lead the design and development of Ruby on Rails applications, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and maintainable.- Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers and front-end engineers to translate design concepts into functional and user-friendly interfaces.- Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code that adheres to coding standards and best practices.- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, promoting their growth and skill development.- Conduct thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring high code quality.- Collaborate with other engineering leads to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of front-end and back-end systems.- Stay current with industry trends and emerging Ruby on Rails technologies, advocating for their adoption as appropriate.- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues and challenges, collaborating with cross-functional teams.-Distinguishing Characteristics- 5+ years of Extensive experience in Ruby on Rails development, with a strong command of the Ruby language and Rails framework.- Proven track record of designing and implementing complex features and web applications.- Strong expertise in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and their integration with back-end systems.- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to find creative solutions to technical challenges.- Leadership qualities and an ability to mentor and guide junior team members.- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.- Experience with database design and optimization, particularly with relational databases.- Experience with ElasticSearch or OpenSearch.- Proficiency in version control systems (git) and continuous integration/delivery practices.- Ability to drive technical discussions, make architectural decisions, and shape technical strategy.- Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to take ownership and drive results.