Senior Software Developer (Ruby)

hackajob is collaborating with Opencast Software to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. \n Ready to work somewhere that cares more about how you build software than how fast you can ship it? \We build software we are proud of, and our clients trust us not just to code but to think, challenge and guide. nSoftware developers at Opencast care about building products right and combine their own experience and approach with our company values. They are tech agnostic, have expertise in agile methodologies, extreme programming practices and use industry-leading programming languages to deliver agile transformation. \nOur approach to software development is collaborative, focused on keeping things simple, and we use test driven development and pair programming as best practice. \Our developers are inclusive team players that listen, collaborate, can positively challenge and manage expectations when needed but most of all are always willing to teach and help others. nDue to the nature of this role, applicants must either currently hold active Security Check (SC) Clearance or be eligible to obtain it . \nExperience in delivering digital services for the UK government is highly valuable for many of our projects. n· Expertise in Java or Scala is required \n· Experience in other languages such as Kotlin, Ruby or Javascript is also valuable \n· Deep understanding of programming paradigm, code design, testing, accessibility, performance and security \n· Proven ability to apply different testing tools and methods in practice \n· Knowledge or experience of delivering complex services to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards \n· Experience with agile methodology \nA senior consultant in software development at Opencast is responsible for: \n· Setting testing strategies to match industry standards \n· Leading the technical representation in a project discovery \n· Mentoring and coaching others to help them achieve their full potential \n· Demonstrating leadership within Opencast communities of practice \nA competitive package including a 7% employer pension contribution, share options and a discretionary bonus. You’ll also benefit from flexible working hours (aligned to client commitments), 25 days’ holiday, and access to 3 annual “life happens” days to support unexpected situations. We also offer wellbeing support, ongoing professional development, volunteering opportunities and the chance to be part of a genuinely supportive team.  \nThis role requires regular on-site attendance across our HQ, hub offices, client sites and home. Applicants must be able to commute to offices and client sites as part of their normal working arrangements, as travel is essential to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role. \Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, to help create a fairer society for all. \nInterviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. nVisit our website or email careers@opencastsoftware.nReady to work somewhere that cares more about how you build software than how fast you can ship it? \We build software we are proud of, and our clients trust us not just to code but to think, challenge and guide. nSoftware developers at Opencast care about building products right and combine their own experience and approach with our company values. They are tech agnostic, have expertise in agile methodologies, extreme programming practices and use industry-leading programming languages to deliver agile transformation. \nOur approach to software development is collaborative, focused on keeping things simple, and we use test driven development and pair programming as best practice. \Our developers are inclusive team players that listen, collaborate, can positively challenge and manage expectations when needed but most of all are always willing to teach and help others. nDue to the nature of this role, applicants must either currently hold active Security Check (SC) Clearance or be eligible to obtain it . \nExperience in delivering digital services for the UK government is highly valuable for many of our projects. n· Expertise in Java or Scala is required \n· Experience in other languages such as Kotlin, Ruby or Javascript is also valuable \n· Deep understanding of programming paradigm, code design, testing, accessibility, performance and security \n· Proven ability to apply different testing tools and methods in practice \n· Knowledge or experience of delivering complex services to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards \n· Experience with agile methodology \nA senior consultant in software development at Opencast is responsible for: \n· Setting testing strategies to match industry standards \n· Leading the technical representation in a project discovery \n· Mentoring and coaching others to help them achieve their full potential \n· Demonstrating leadership within Opencast communities of practice \nA competitive package including a 7% employer pension contribution, share options and a discretionary bonus. You’ll also benefit from flexible working hours (aligned to client commitments), 25 days’ holiday, and access to 3 annual “life happens” days to support unexpected situations. We also offer wellbeing support, ongoing professional development, volunteering opportunities and the chance to be part of a genuinely supportive team.  \nThis role requires regular on-site attendance across our HQ, hub offices, client sites and home. Applicants must be able to commute to offices and client sites as part of their normal working arrangements, as travel is essential to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role. \Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, to help create a fairer society for all. \nInterviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. nVisit our website or email careers@opencastsoftware.