Job Title
Senior Software Developer (Ruby on Rails)
Location
Dublin, Ireland, with a healthy balance between remote work and time on-site with the team. 1 day a week onsite in Dublin City Centre.
About
A growing and successful SaaS startup (in business since 2018) helping businesses gain real-time visibility and control over their costs. They focus on solving real customer problems with simple, well-built software. Product is used by hundreds of customers across the globe.
They are still small enough that every developer has real influence, but established enough that the product is live and generating good revenue. They are evolving, with an ambitious roadmap for 2026.
The Role
We're looking for a Senior Software Developer with at least 8 years of experience who enjoys building, leading, and taking ownership. You'll be a hands-on contributor while also helping shape how the engineering team works as the team further grow.
You'll report directly to the CTO (Founder) and work very closely with the Product Owner (also a Founder), with real input into product direction, technical decisions, and delivery.
This role is ideal for someone who has "been there before" and wants to apply that experience in a very ambitious startup environment.
What You'll Do
* Build, evolve, and maintain core parts of the platform using Ruby on Rails
* Take responsibility for technical quality, performance, and scalability
* Help lead and manage a RoR team, mentoring developers and setting standards
* Review code and promote pragmatic best practices (clean code, testing, security)
* Work closely with the founders to turn product ideas into shipped features
* Balance speed and quality in an Agile environment
* Contribute to shaping engineering processes as the company scales
What We're Looking For
* 10+ years overall software development experience
* 7+ years of hands-on Ruby on Rails experience and 3+ years full stack experience
* Strong experience building and running production systems
* Proven ability to lead, manage, and mentor developers
* The flexibility needed in a startup environment
* Clear communicator who can work directly with founders and non-technical stakeholders
* Strong problem-solving mindset and practical engineering judgement
Nice to Have (Not Required)
* Experience with React Native (Mobile Development)
* Use of AI to develop Value Add product features
How they Work
* Hybrid setup: remote flexibility with regular on-site collaboration in Dublin, 1 or 2 days per week in beautiful vibrant environment.
* Small team, direct communication, minimal process overhead
* Decisions made quickly, with real ownership and accountability
What is on Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Direct access to founders and real influence on product and tech direction
* A senior role with autonomy and trust
* Opportunity to grow with the company and shape the engineering function
If you feel you meet the requirements and live lose in Dublin, with ability to travel to the office at least a day a week, please APPLY NOW.