Backend Developer - Ruby on Rails (Remote)

United States Suitability/Public Trust Fully remote Information Technology • *

** GovCIO is seeking a Ruby on Rails Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain backend services for VA.gov. This role is primarily focused on Ruby/Rails backend engineering, API development, system reliability, and integration work. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to AI-enabled enhancements where they provide clear user valuer. This is a fully remote position open to candidates within the Continental United States (CONUS). • *

** Backend Development + Build and maintain backend components using Ruby on Rails, JSON controllers, Sidekiq, and other server-side tools. + Develop and optimize RESTful APIs and backend integrations. + Ensure performance, reliability, security, and compliance across all backend services. + Conduct system analysis to clarify

, data flows, program intent, and technical constraints. AI-Enabled Enhancements + Integrate AI capabilities into existing workflows with proper safeguards, observability, and monitoring. + Support operationalizing AI solutions within AWS, including Amazon Bedrock (model selection, latency, IAM, cost management, and logging). + Contribute to RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) implementation, including embedding strategy, vector search, relevance tuning, and guardrails. Collaboration & Delivery + Work closely with developers, product teams, and platform partners to deliver features for veteran-facing services. + Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and code reviews. + Assist in defining system

, creating user stories, and estimating project timelines Quality, Documentation & Testing + Prepare documentation such as reports, operational procedures, and maintenance manuals. + Participate in integration testing and ensure seamless system functionality. + Maintain proactive communication with internal and external stakeholders. + Ensure all deliverables meet contract, quality, and security standards. • *