Auction Edge, Inc. · 1 day ago
Software Development Manager in Ruby on Rails
Franklin, TN
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expAuction Edge, Inc. is the leading provider of technology and services in the automotive remarketing industry. They are seeking a Software Development Manager in Ruby on Rails to empower developers, streamline delivery processes, and foster a culture of technical excellence while managing a geographically-dispersed team responsible for full stack applications.
AutomotiveE-CommerceInformation TechnologyInternetMarketplace
No H1B
Responsibilities
Performance Management: Drive team growth through regular 1-on-1s, actionable feedback, and the establishment of clear KPIs and career development paths
Holistic Mentorship: Actively coach developers at all levels, fostering technical proficiency and professional "soft" skills
Culture & Morale: Cultivate an inclusive, high-trust environment by managing conflict and advocating for team well-being to prevent burnout
Workload Oversight: Manage sprint capacity and resource allocation to ensure realistic deadlines and consistent delivery of high-quality features
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product Managers and Designers to translate complex business requirements into executable technical tasks
Process Optimization: Identify lifecycle bottlenecks and refine workflows (e.g., CI/CD, grooming, and documentation) to increase team velocity
Architectural Stewardship: Lead the design and maintenance of scalable, high-performance Ruby on Rails applications, ensuring security and stability
Quality Standards: Oversee the code review process and enforce development best practices across the entire codebase
Technical Troubleshooting: Provide high-level guidance for debugging and resolving complex application issues while staying current with industry trends
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
1–2+ years of experience in a lead, supervisory, or management role within a software engineering team
5+ years of professional experience with Ruby on Rails and modern web technologies (PostgreSQL, Redis, Sidekiq, etc.)
Proficiency with Vue.js for building dynamic and responsive user interfaces
Proficiency with GraphQL for API development and data fetching
Strong knowledge of SQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and database optimization techniques
Experience designing and working with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
Experience with testing frameworks (RSpec) and TDD/BDD methodologies
Familiarity with background jobs (ActiveJob) and caching strategies
Proficiency with Git version control and CI/CD workflows
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to architect scalable applications
Experience with DevOps tools, cloud platforms (AWS), and containerization (Docker)
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
Proven track record of mentoring junior team members
Ability to effectively work and communicate with a geographically-dispersed team
Experience working with Agile principles such as Scrum, Kanban and XP
Preferred
Strong AWS experience preferred
Contributions to open source projects or strong personal GitHub portfolio preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage
401k Retirement Plan
20 days of accrued PTO as well as 12 Flex Days per year (one three-day weekend per month)
8 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and 1 paid volunteer day per year
Up to $100 Monthly Wellbeing Reimbursement Program (gym membership, personal training, massage therapy, therapy apps, and many other options)
Education Reimbursement Program up to $4,000 per 12-month period
Relocation reimbursement offered for individuals relocating anywhere within 60 miles of our Franklin, TN office.
Company
Auction Edge, Inc.
Auction Edge was formed in the summer of 2012 through the integration of ASI, Auction Pipeline and Auto Lookout.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bryan Gillit, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Julie Warpool
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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