[Summary]A leading collaborative design platform is seeking an experienced backend-focused engineer to enhance and evolve an integration-driven application. The project is centered on building and maintaining robust integrations using Ruby on Rails and TypeScript, with a strong emphasis on designing, implementing, and scaling connections with third-party systems.
The role will contribute to improving reliability, extensibility, and overall integration architecture across the platform.
[General information]They are looking for a senior-level engineer with strong experience in Ruby on Rails and TypeScript, and a proven background in building and maintaining complex integrations. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with multiple external APIs, designing integration workflows, and collaborating closely with product and engineering teams.
[Task and Deliverables]- Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Ruby on Rails to support integrations.
- Build and extend integration logic using TypeScript, ensuring reliability and scalability.
- Integrate the platform with third-party APIs and external systems.
- Collaborate with internal teams to define integration requirements and technical solutions.
- Improve existing integration architecture with a focus on maintainability, performance, and observability.
- Document integration flows and provide technical recommendations for future improvements.
- [Engagement highlights]
- Opportunity to work on high-impact integrations used by thousands of end users.
- Collaborative environment with experienced engineers.
- Potential for long-term collaboration based on performance and project outcomes.
Requirements[Required Experience]- Strong experience with Ruby on Rails in production environments.
- Experience with TypeScript.
- Proven background building and maintaining integrations with third-party APIs.
- Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, webhooks, and asynchronous workflows.
- Experience working in collaborative, cross-functional engineering teams.
- Experience integrating identity services, especially using OAuth.
[Nice to have]- Hands-on experience with Google APIs (Calendar, Chat, etc.) and app integrations.
- Familiarity with MCP (Model Context Protocol).
- Prior experience building integrations for SaaS or productivity tools.
