What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Developer position at Orange Barrel Media?
Columbus, OH (in office) Must be located in Columbus. If you are not located in Columbus your application will not be considered.
Company Overview
Orange Barrel Media creates and operates iconic urban media displays that advertisers ask for by name in the top markets in the U.S. Our commitment to innovation has differentiated OBM as a leader in the Out-of-Home industry and driven the development of our subsidiary, IKE Smart City, a company that is blazing the way in smart city initiatives with our interactive digital kiosk, IKE. We are widely known as a place where people are inspired to achieve success and have endless opportunities to grow. We value our associates and have created an environment of inclusion, respect, and fun. We hire and reward top-notch talent who contribute to our unique culture and shared vision. OBM and IKE Smart City are experiencing momentous growth, almost tripling in size over the past two years, and we start and end each day excited about the work we do together and the new challenges ahead. Learn more at www.ikesmartcity.com and www.orangebarrelmedia.com.
Position Overview
The Software Developer will manage and oversee a range of tasks, with a focus on leading small to medium-sized projects and mentoring junior developers. This position requires a candidate with a strong understanding of React and Ruby on Rails, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, scalable solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and be adept at collaborating with team members and addressing user needs directly.
What You’ll Do
Company Overview
Orange Barrel Media creates and operates iconic urban media displays that advertisers ask for by name in the top markets in the U.S. Our commitment to innovation has differentiated OBM as a leader in the Out-of-Home industry and driven the development of our subsidiary, IKE Smart City, a company that is blazing the way in smart city initiatives with our interactive digital kiosk, IKE. We are widely known as a place where people are inspired to achieve success and have endless opportunities to grow. We value our associates and have created an environment of inclusion, respect, and fun. We hire and reward top-notch talent who contribute to our unique culture and shared vision. OBM and IKE Smart City are experiencing momentous growth, almost tripling in size over the past two years, and we start and end each day excited about the work we do together and the new challenges ahead. Learn more at www.ikesmartcity.com and www.orangebarrelmedia.com.
Position Overview
The Software Developer will manage and oversee a range of tasks, with a focus on leading small to medium-sized projects and mentoring junior developers. This position requires a candidate with a strong understanding of React and Ruby on Rails, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, scalable solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and be adept at collaborating with team members and addressing user needs directly.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of small to medium-sized features and projects using React and Rails.
- Perform in-depth code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and system design principles.
- Mentor junior developers by providing guidance on coding techniques, tools, and problem-solving approaches.
- Implement automated testing strategies to maintain high-quality code and reduce regressions.
- Continuously evaluate and improve development workflows, tools, and processes for the team.
- Respond to and resolve user-reported issues directly, ensuring timely fixes and a high-quality experience for our users.
- At least 3 years of professional experience in software development, with expertise in React and Ruby on Rails.
- Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain scalable, maintainable, and well-tested software solutions.
- Experience leading small to medium-sized projects and mentoring other developers.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a user-focused mindset, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively.
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.
- Deep understanding of React and Ruby on Rails, including component-based design and API development.
- Strong knowledge of caching strategies and their implementation to improve application performance.
- Strong knowledge of automated testing frameworks and best practices for maintaining high-quality code.
- Familiarity with software lifecycle management, including version control, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment processes.
- Ability to balance technical debt with feature delivery, ensuring long-term maintainability.