You will architect, build, and maintain full-stack web applications while collaborating with product and design teams to deliver scalable solutions. Additionally, you will own the health of the platforms, mentor teammates, and participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality, tested code.
Engineering @ MergeCo
We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer who's curious, takes ownership of their work, and believes in leaving things better than they found them. This is a fully remote position where you'll architect and build web applications, collaborate with a talented team, and make a real impact on our product.
Clear, proactive communication matters here. In a remote environment, we rely on each other to stay aligned, share context, and support one another.
You'll be working with: Ruby on Rails, Vue, Inertia, Postgres, Sidekiq, OpenSearch, GraphQL, RSpec, Docker, CircleCI, Heroku, and AWS.
Day in the Life
- Design, develop, and maintain features across our full stack using Ruby on Rails, Vue, and related technologies
- Collaborate with product, design, and engineering to shape scalable, maintainable solutions
- Own the health and evolution of the platforms you work on, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement
- Write clean, tested, and well-documented code
- Engage in thoughtful code reviews and knowledge sharing to elevate the whole team
- Communicate clearly and regularly, keeping stakeholders informed and aligned
- Support and mentor teammates, fostering a culture of empathy and mutual respect
Must Haves
- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
- Strong expertise in Ruby on Rails with a track record of building and maintaining production applications
- Solid understanding of web application architecture
- Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL) and query optimization
- Proficiency with Git and modern development workflows
- Experience with AI-assisted development tools (Claude, GitHub Copilot, or similar)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
- Located in the United States
Nice to Haves
- Experience with Vue.js, Inertia.js, or Stimulus
- Familiarity with GraphQL
- Familiarity with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS, Heroku)
A Few of the Perks
- Competitive benefits
- Unlimited PTO
- Remote work available for U.S.-based candidates
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid parental leave
- In-office benefits for those local to Dallas, TX:
- Catered lunches
- Casual office atmosphere & located in the Design District
- Fully stocked kitchen