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Juan F.

Vetted Ruby on Rails developer in Mexico (UTC-6)

I'm a full-stack developer with over 15 years of experience in software engineering. I harness agile methodologies to deliver scalable, robust, and innovative solutions tailored to dynamic project needs. Throughout my career, I've excelled in roles as a Tech Lead and Senior Software Engineer at Flow, and I've contributed to transformative projects at IBM—partnering with clients in banking, retail, and small business. I specialize in turning complex challenges into streamlined, high-impact solutions from design through deployment. Passionate about technology and dedicated to continuous improvement, I’m eager to collaborate with teams and drive projects forward with technical excellence and strategic insight. Let's connect to explore how I can bring value and leadership to your next initiative. I’ve worked with OpenAI’s LLM and IBM’s older Watson platform. My background includes fine-tuning these systems for task-specific needs, integrating them into various applications, and addressing challenges like response latency and knowledge/context management. I’ve also spent considerable effort on prompt engineering to improve accuracy and reduce off-target or “hallucinated” responses from the models. I also have experience using function calling feature to make the AI do more than just work as a Chat box.

Freelance Ruby on Rails developers - Esimit K.
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Esimit K.

Vetted Ruby on Rails developer in the United States (UTC-7)

I am a highly skilled Full-Stack Developer with a strong background in frontend and backend development, specializing in React.js, Next.js, Node.js, Express.js, and FastAPI. With over 5 years of experience, I have built and deployed scalable web applications, APIs, and decentralized platforms that enhance user experience and optimize business processes. My expertise spans modern JavaScript frameworks, microservices architecture, cloud solutions (AWS, Firebase), and blockchain development (Solidity, Web3.js). I am passionate about performance optimization, security best practices, and creating seamless digital experiences through clean, maintainable code. In my career, I have: \- Led full-stack projects from concept to deployment, improving efficiency and reducing costs. \- Optimized backend performance, cutting API response times by 40% through caching and database indexing. \- Developed decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, enabling secure and low-cost crypto transactions. \- Integrated CI/CD pipelines and Dockerized environments to streamline software deployment. I am a proactive problem solver and a collaborative team player, constantly seeking new challenges in web, cloud, and blockchain technologies. Whether it's architecting backend services, crafting interactive UIs, or securing APIs, I bring innovation, scalability, and reliability to every project.

Freelance Ruby on Rails developers - Jonathan P.
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Jonathan P.

Vetted Ruby on Rails developer in Canada (UTC-6)

Hi, I'm Jonathan Pike, a senior software developer with 8+ years of experience in Ruby, Rails, and API development. I’m passionate about mentoring others and sharing my expertise in building scalable, maintainable systems. Whether you're looking to improve your coding skills, tackle database design, or optimize performance, I can offer guidance to help you grow. I believe in continuous learning and fostering a collaborative mindset, and I'm eager to support you in reaching your technical goals.

Freelance Ruby on Rails developers - Ijeoma A.
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Ijeoma A.

Vetted Ruby on Rails developer in Canada (UTC-5)

I am a dedicated Ruby on Rails developer who thrives on challenges and is not afraid of getting her hands dirty in code. I want to do my part in the tech world by assisting where I can. I also love food, traveling, and movies. I have 2 huskies!

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Lair J.

Vetted Ruby on Rails developer in the United States (UTC-4)

I am a supportive and enthusiastic team player with a passion for a challenging career in product development. With over 15 years of experience as a software engineer, I leverage my skills to drive innovation and deliver effective solutions for individuals and organizations.

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Shubham K.

Vetted Ruby on Rails developer in Ireland

A seasoned professional with over 6 years of experience in software design and development. Specializing in advanced programming languages, I have consistently demonstrated an ability to tackle challenging projects and deliver innovative software solutions. My extensive background has equipped me with a deep understanding of the technical aspects of software creation, enabling me to drive projects to successful completion.

Freelance Ruby on Rails developers - Jay W.
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Jay W.

Vetted Ruby on Rails developer in the United States (UTC-5)

Hi, I'm Jay Wilburn and I'm a software engineer and a code fanatic from Chicago, IL. I mostly do full stack development using JavaScript (Vue, React, Node, Rails) but I am also a UI/UX designer and also have years of experience using Figma and Photoshop. I truly love what I do. I enjoy working on projects and can fit in many different positions of a project (design, front end or back end), and I am looking for remote freelance work, so please reach out to me and let's talk about your project and how I can help.

Freelance Ruby on Rails developers - Anonyo H.
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Anonyo H.

Vetted Ruby on Rails developer in Canada (UTC-5)

* Extremely passionate and determined developer. * Known for shipping features and solving bugs. * Dedicated team member. * Love meaningful challenges. * SPECIALTIES : Ruby, Rails, RSpec, TDD, GitHub, Amazon Web Services, HAML, RABL, SASS, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, slim, JavaScript, Angular, Heroku, Cloud66, Agile processes and methodology.

Freelance Ruby on Rails developers - Jahde E.
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Jahde E.

Vetted Ruby on Rails developer in the United States (UTC-5)

The one constant thread in my life has been a curiosity about the world around me. The details of that curiosity have changed over time but its intensity has never wavered. Currently, my curiosity has manifested itself into a keen interest in technology with experience working on enterprise scale web applications with a variety of coding languages, frameworks and technologies . As a full stack engineer with a strong eye for a design, I love creating products that solve a genuine problem for people. I am a highly motivated individual dedicated to writing clear, concise, robust code that works. I have a strong foundation in developing, testing and debugging code. I believe communication is key to delivering a successful project and have experience working in fast paced startup environments and larger corporations. I've been successful working in both team and self-directed settings. In all aspects of my life I strive to never stop learning and improving.

Freelance Ruby on Rails developers - Nathan L.
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Nathan L.

Vetted Ruby on Rails developer in the United Kingdom

I enjoy the entire process of designing the UI, playing with the UX to developing the application to as performant as it can be as well as deployment. Sounds like a lot but the process itself and discovering how each piece is interconnected has really helped me understand optimisation techniques and neat tricks.

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Ruby on Rails Developer Hiring Guide

Introduced in 2005, Ruby on Rails (also known just as RoR or Rails) is a versatile computer framework that encourages rapid development. Ruby on Rails is used widely, due to its very complete ecosystem and strong community.

Ruby on Rails: Languages and Tools

Rapid development is the premier capability of Ruby on Rails. Developers who use Ruby on Rails can build web apps in about 40% less time than teams that use other stacks. When you hire Ruby programmers, you can build powerful web applications—which previously might have required weeks or months to develop—in a matter of days. With that said, Ruby on Rails app development has a drawback. As RoR has a relatively slow runtime performance, wise Ruby on Rails developers for hire avoid using Ruby on Rails in gaming and streaming use cases, as well as anything that requires optimized runtime.

Programming and scripting languages

Successful Ruby on Rails developers are usually comfortable with, and experienced in, popular programming and scripting languages, frameworks, and tools. Ruby on Rails is a server-side web application framework written in Ruby. Ruby on Rails is a good solution for standard use cases such as building an e-commerce website or platform.

However, Ruby on Rails is not a single language. Instead, it’s a powerful hybrid, which includes:

  • Ruby, a general-purpose programming language, which is incredibly quick to code, and easy to learn.
  • Rails, a full-stack framework and a software library that enhances the Ruby programming language. A RoR developer’s job includes creating a framework that reduces the amount of code written, promotes fast development, and enables the creation of intelligent applications with minimal effort and fewer components.

Ruby on Rails developers can use other web development frameworks to build web applications and services, which require lightweight construction and rapid development times. These frameworks include:

  • Sinatra. Some developers argue that Sinatra is not a framework but a domain-specific language used to build websites, web services, and web applications in Ruby. Although Sinatra is a relatively large app as Ruby frameworks go, it emphasizes a minimalistic approach to development. It offers only what is required to process HTTP requests and handoff responses to clients.

  • Hanami is a full-stack, Ruby web framework that consists of small, single-purpose Ruby libraries. Hanami is optimized for speed. It builds lightweight applications and is notable for consuming less memory than other Ruby web frameworks.
  • Grape (generalized rapid API erector) is a REST-like API micro-framework. It complements existing frameworks by providing a simple DSL. It also replaces the API functionality of larger frameworks such as Rails or Sinatra.

Ruby on Rails development tools

There are many lists of popular Ruby on Rails tools. Here is one of them:

  • Traceroute: This route-cleaning tool is designed for use in Rails applications. It supports simple rake tasks, which check for routes that are mapped to non-existent controller actions.
  • Rack-mini-profiler: Use this tool to find bottlenecks in Ruby on Rails applications.
  • Bullet: This gem helps you kill N+1 queries and unnecessarily eager-loaded relations.
  • Brakeman: Use this tool to check the security status of Rails applications. Brakeman scans your application and produces a neatly formatted list of potential vulnerabilities. Then, it lists warnings in order of their severity.

But what do Ruby on Rails engineers need to know to make the cut in your development environment?

Hiring the Best Ruby on Rails Developers

Ruby on Rails is not in the top group of most-popular development apps. But demand for its practitioners is still quite strong, so get ready for at least a moderate effort in finding experienced and capable professionals. Here are a few tips for hiring managers in the hunt.

Define Ruby Developer Job Description

There are several things to consider after you’ve decided to hire Ruby on Rails developers. The first step is to define the job title, develop candidate profiles that outline what the developers should know, and write a job description of what the developers will be responsible for. Additionally, you’d benefit from concretely outlining the technical and soft skills in your hiring process.

Technical abilities

Experienced Ruby on Rails developer needs to possess the knowledge and skills to write robust code. While not all good developers have an official degree in computer science, if you’re new to hiring RoR developers, you may want to start by focusing on developers with a relevant educational background. Additionally, you’d benefit from asking these types of application-specific knowledge and capabilities when you’re evaluating whether to invite a candidate to join your team:

  • Current use trends in Ruby on Rails programming. Ruby on Rails is maintained actively. A new version of Ruby on Rails was launched earlier in 2019. What does your candidate know about these changes?
  • The Big Picture of Ruby on Rails website development. Developers can use Ruby on Rails to build entire websites. However, most developers tend to use Ruby on Rails to write only the API and build the front end with another framework such as Next.js. How might your candidates use Ruby on Rails to build a website?
  • Following Ruby on Rails conventions. The “convention over configuration” principle underpins the Ruby on Rails framework and makes it easier to write maintainable code. How well do your candidates know — and follow — these rules?
  • Supporting your highest-priority use cases. Your unique development environment requires a one-of-a-kind mix of knowledge, skills, and experience. Make sure that your candidate can support your high-value projects.

You know your operations best, so you probably have a set of Ruby interview questions that pertain to your organization’s requirements. But what about general questions related to high-level background knowledge? Look for examples of good Ruby on Rails interview questions in online articles and videos.

Ruby on Rails soft skills

Your candidates might be technical wizards, but they’ll make a more balanced contribution to your team if they also possess exceptional soft skills. It always pays to vet your candidates for clear communications skills, a solid sense of teamwork, and the ability to work in distributed or local workgroup environments. (Because Ruby on Rails development projects are ideal for remote work, remember to explore candidates’ experience and skills working in offsite projects!)

Finding Ruby on Rails Developers for Your Project or Staff

The market for Ruby on Rails developers is cooler than in past years. However, it still pays to take an active stance in finding great Ruby on Rails developers. That means looking for the best candidates, wherever they congregate. There are some great Ruby communities and forums you can leverage to hire Ruby developers.

Conferences

For those who want to indulge in the social and tech sides to coding, conferences are the places to be. If you’re looking to hire Ruby developers, you’d benefit from attending some of these conferences as they present wonderful networking and hiring opportunities. Here are several example events in the U.S. and overseas:

After you discover candidates for your developer positions, it’s time to discuss pay.

Ruby on Rails Developer Salary

Levels of development talent, supply and demand, and geographical location are just a few variables that are part of the paycheck equation. Here’s the latest look at Ruby on Rails salaries and hourly rates offered throughout the United States.

Salaries and freelance rates

In the United States, the annual salary of Ruby on Rails developers averages $130,177 and ranges from $41,000 to $179,000. Globally speaking, the average RoR developer salary sits at $78,642. For junior Ruby on Rails developers, the average is $69,413, and for senior RoR developers, the average salary is $94,894. Shifting back to the US, here are some Ruby on Rails programmers' salaries in different states:

  • California: $146,250
  • Massachusetts: $135,000
  • New Hampshire: $105,000
  • New York: $132,600
  • Washington: $150,000

Salaried developers aren’t the only ones benefiting from the enduring popularity of Ruby on Rails. Freelance Ruby programmers are doing well, too.

Hourly rates for independent Ruby on Rails coders reflect the same highly variable factors that affect salaried workers. The median hourly rate of Ruby on Rails developers is $61-80. Expressed as a national median annual salary, that’s $145,000 FTE.

Next Steps

Hiring developers often requires lots of time and effort. To maximize the returns on your time and effort, consider these suggestions:

  • Customize job descriptions carefully for each position. Technologies and IT practices change. So, make sure that each job post reflects the up-to-the-minute value and priorities your company assigns to each position’s skills and experience.
  • Don’t forget remote, global candidates. As the manager of distributed workers, you can find a smorgasbord of development talent beyond your locale or region. These are the folks you might not find locally — or must pay local rates.
  • Attend face-to-face and virtual events nearby to find the top local and regional talent.
  • Stay in tune with changes in pay rates for Ruby on Rails pros to avoid losing good talent and paying too little.

FAQs

Why hire a Ruby on Rails developer?

In today’s world, most companies have code-based needs that require developers to help build and maintain. For instance, if your business has a website or an app, you’ll need to keep it updated to ensure you continue to provide positive user experiences. At times, you may even need to revamp your website or app. This is where hiring a developer becomes crucial.

Depending on the stage and scale of your product and services, you may need to hire a Ruby on Rails developer, multiple engineers, or even a full remote developer team to help keep your business running. If you’re a startup or a company running a website, your product will likely grow out of its original skeletal structure. Hiring full-time remote Ruby on Rails developers can help keep your website up-to-date.

How do I hire Ruby on Rails developers?

To hire a Ruby on Rails developer, you need to go through a hiring process of defining your needs, posting a job description, screening resumes, conducting interviews, testing candidates’ skills, checking references, and making an offer.

Arc offers three services to help you hire Ruby on Rails developers effectively and efficiently. Hire full-time Ruby on Rails developers from a vetted candidates pool, with new options every two weeks, and pay through prepaid packages or per hire. Alternatively, hire the top 2.3% of expert freelance Ruby on Rails developers in 72 hours, with weekly payments.

If you’re not ready to commit to the paid plans, our free job posting service is for you. By posting your job on Arc, you can reach up to 450,000 developers around the world. With that said, the free plan will not give you access to pre-vetted Ruby on Rails developers.

Furthermore, we’ve partnered with compliance and payroll platforms Deel and Remote to make paperwork and hiring across borders easier. This way, you can focus on finding the right Ruby on Rails developers for your company, and let Arc handle the logistics.

Where do I hire the best remote Ruby on Rails developers?

There are two types of platforms you can hire Ruby on Rails developers from: general and niche marketplaces. General platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Gigster offer a variety of non-vetted talents unlimited to developers. While you can find Ruby on Rails developers on general platforms, top tech talents generally avoid general marketplaces in order to escape bidding wars.

If you’re looking to hire the best remote Ruby on Rails developers, consider niche platforms like Arc that naturally attract and carefully vet their Ruby on Rails developers for hire. This way, you’ll save time and related hiring costs by only interviewing the most suitable remote Ruby on Rails developers.

Some factors to consider when you hire Ruby on Rails developers include the platform’s specialty, developer’s geographical location, and the service’s customer support. Depending on your hiring budget, you may also want to compare the pricing and fee structure.

Make sure to list out all of the important factors when you compare and decide on which remote developer job board and platform to use to find Ruby on Rails developers for hire.

How do I write a Ruby on Rails developer job description?

Writing a good Ruby on Rails developer job description is crucial in helping you hire Ruby on Rails developers that your company needs. A job description’s key elements include a clear job title, a brief company overview, a summary of the role, the required duties and responsibilities, and necessary and preferred experience. To attract top talent, it's also helpful to list other perks and benefits, such as flexible hours and health coverage.

Crafting a compelling job title is critical as it's the first thing that job seekers see. It should offer enough information to grab their attention and include details on the seniority level, type, and area or sub-field of the position.

Your company description should succinctly outline what makes your company unique to compete with other potential employers. The role summary for your remote Ruby on Rails developer should be concise and read like an elevator pitch for the position, while the duties and responsibilities should be outlined using bullet points that cover daily activities, tech stacks, tools, and processes used.

For a comprehensive guide on how to write an attractive job description to help you hire Ruby on Rails developers, read our Software Engineer Job Description Guide & Templates.

What skills should I look for in a Ruby on Rails developer?

The top five technical skills Ruby on Rails developers should possess include proficiency in programming languages, understanding data structures and algorithms, experience with databases, familiarity with version control systems, and knowledge of software testing and debugging.

Meanwhile, the top five soft skills are communication, problem-solving, time management, attention to detail, and adaptability. Effective communication is essential for coordinating with clients and team members, while problem-solving skills enable Ruby on Rails developers to analyze issues and come up with effective solutions. Time management skills are important to ensure projects are completed on schedule, while attention to detail helps to catch and correct issues before they become bigger problems. Finally, adaptability is crucial for Ruby on Rails developers to keep up with evolving technology and requirements.

What kinds of Ruby on Rails developers are available for hire through Arc?

You can find a variety of Ruby on Rails developers for hire on Arc! At Arc, you can hire on a freelance, full-time, part-time, or contract-to-hire basis. For freelance Ruby on Rails developers, Arc matches you with the right senior developer in roughly 72 hours. As for full-time remote Ruby on Rails developers for hire, you can expect to make a successful hire in 14 days. To extend a freelance engagement to a full-time hire, a contract-to-hire fee will apply.

In addition to a variety of engagement types, Arc also offers a wide range of developers located in different geographical locations, such as Latin America and Eastern Europe. Depending on your needs, Arc offers a global network of skilled software engineers in various different time zones and countries for you to choose from.

Lastly, our remote-ready Ruby on Rails developers for hire are all mid-level and senior-level professionals. They are ready to start coding straight away, anytime, anywhere.

Why is Arc the best choice for hiring Ruby on Rails developers?

Arc is trusted by hundreds of startups and tech companies around the world, and we’ve matched thousands of skilled Ruby on Rails developers with both freelance and full-time jobs. We’ve successfully helped Silicon Valley startups and larger tech companies like Spotify and Automattic hire Ruby on Rails developers.

Every Ruby on Rails developer for hire in our network goes through a vetting process to verify their communication abilities, remote work readiness, and technical skills. Additionally, HireAI, our GPT-4-powered AI recruiter, enables you to get instant candidate matches without searching and screening.

Not only can you expect to find the most qualified Ruby on Rails developer on Arc, but you can also count on your account manager and the support team to make each hire a success. Enjoy a streamlined hiring experience with Arc, where we provide you with the developer you need, and take care of the logistics so you don’t need to.

How does Arc vet a Ruby on Rails developer's skills?

Arc has a rigorous and transparent vetting process for all types of developers. To become a vetted Ruby on Rails developer for hire on Arc, developers must pass a profile screening, complete a behavioral interview, and pass a technical interview or pair programming.

While Arc has a strict vetting process for its verified Ruby on Rails developers, if you’re using Arc’s free job posting plan, you will only have access to non-vetted developers. If you’re using Arc to hire Ruby on Rails developers, you can rest assured that all remote Ruby on Rails developers have been thoroughly vetted for the high-caliber communication and technical skills you need in a successful hire.

How long does it take to find Ruby on Rails developers on Arc?

Arc pre-screens all of our remote Ruby on Rails developers before we present them to you. As such, all the remote Ruby on Rails developers you see on your Arc dashboard are interview-ready candidates who make up the top 2% of applicants who pass our technical and communication assessment. You can expect the interview process to happen within days of posting your jobs to 450,000 candidates. You can also expect to hire a freelance Ruby on Rails developer in 72 hours, or find a full-time Ruby on Rails developer that fits your company’s needs in 14 days.

Here’s a quote from Philip, the Director of Engineering at Chegg:

“The biggest advantage and benefit of working with Arc is the tremendous reduction in time spent sourcing quality candidates. We’re able to identify the talent in a matter of days.”

Find out more about how Arc successfully helped our partners in hiring remote Ruby on Rails developers.

How much does a freelance Ruby on Rails developer charge per hour?

Depending on the freelance developer job board you use, freelance remote Ruby on Rails developers' hourly rates can vary drastically. For instance, if you're looking on general marketplaces like Upwork and Fiverr, you can find Ruby on Rails developers for hire at as low as $10 per hour. However, high-quality freelance developers often avoid general freelance platforms like Fiverr to avoid the bidding wars.

When you hire Ruby on Rails developers through Arc, they typically charge between $60-100+/hour (USD). To get a better understanding of contract costs, check out our freelance developer rate explorer.

How much does it cost to hire a full time Ruby on Rails developer?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the medium annual wage for software developers in the U.S. was $120,730 in May 2021. What this amounts to is around $70-100 per hour. Note that this does not include the direct cost of hiring, which totals to about $4000 per new recruit, according to Glassdoor.

Your remote Ruby on Rails developer’s annual salary may differ dramatically depending on their years of experience, related technical skills, education, and country of residence. For instance, if the developer is located in Eastern Europe or Latin America, the hourly rate for developers will be around $75-95 per hour.

For more frequently asked questions on hiring Ruby on Rails developers, check out our FAQs page.

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