Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails)

What you'll do

• Work on small teams to build scalable, user-focused applications for government services.
• Focus on full-stack development with an emphasis on Ruby on Rails to modernize legacy enterprise platforms.
• Collaborate closely with government partners and contractors to design, implement, and deploy new systems.
• Participate in the full software lifecycle including strategy, planning, testing, documentation, and support.
• Engage in agile development, code reviews, automation of workflows, and on-call rotations.

What you should know

• Role requires legal authorization to work in the United States and may involve government background checks.
• Candidates should be comfortable working remotely within approved US states and participating in on-call rotations.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly impact millions of Americans.
• Expect a collaborative, agile environment with emphasis on high-quality, scalable, and accessible software.
• Strong communication skills and a mindset open to feedback and continuous learning are essential.

About the company

• Nava is a public benefit corporation focused on improving government services through technology.
• They emphasize human-centered design and modern engineering to create impactful public good solutions.
• Trusted by federal, state, and local agencies since 2015, operating in the government technology sector.
• Company culture values empathy, collaboration, and inclusivity with a supportive remote-first environment.
• Offers comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) match, wellness programs, and flexible work.

Key required skills

Ruby on RailsRubyJavaScriptAutomated testingAgile development