Ruby On Rails Developer

About This Role

Developing, upgrading, and deploying Canvas LMS instances for educational institutions is the core of this contract role, which also involves customizing features and troubleshooting technical issues. The role suits a developer with strong full-stack skills and experience with Canvas LMS.

Responsibilities

• Develop, upgrade, and deploy Canvas LMS instances to meet the needs of our educational institutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, academic staff, and external vendors to ensure seamless integration and functionality of Canvas LMS
• Customize and extend Canvas LMS features to enhance the user experience for admissions students and faculty
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to Canvas LMS
• Maintain and update documentation related to Canvas LMS configurations, customizations, and integrations
• Provide training and support to end-users on Canvas LMS functionalities and best practices
• Stay updated with the latest developments and updates in Canvas LMS and related technologies
• Design and develop responsive, user-friendly interfaces using technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end frameworks (React)
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and optimize the application for performance and scalability
• Build server-side logic and database architecture using technologies like Ruby, Python and JavaScript
• Design APIs (RESTful, GraphQL) and integrate them with front-end applications
• Implement security measures such as authentication, authorization, and data protection
• Design, maintain, and optimize relational and NoSQL databases
• Write efficient queries, optimize database performance, and ensure data integrity and security
• Write clean, modular, and well-documented code that adheres to coding standards and best practices
• Conduct regular code reviews and refactor code to maintain performance and scalability
• Ensure adherence to version control systems and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines
• Work closely with designers, product managers, and other developers to understand project requirements and translate them into technical implementations
• Collaborate effectively with DevOps, QA, and other teams to ensure smooth deployment, testing, and delivery of the product
• Implement unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure software functionality and stability
• Identify and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks, bugs, and security vulnerabilities in both front-end and back-end systems
• Debug issues across the entire stack, including the server, database, and front-end
• Ensure successful deployment of applications, including setting up servers, cloud infrastructure (AWS), and databases
• Monitor, maintain, and update applications post-deployment to ensure optimal performance and address security vulnerabilities
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment, testing, and rollback capabilities
• Ensure optimal performance of web applications by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in both client-side and server-side code
• Implement caching mechanisms, lazy loading, and code splitting for front-end optimization
• Improve database query efficiency and optimize back-end processes for scalability
• Implement security best practices for both front-end and back-end development, including encryption, secure authentication, and authorization protocols (OAuth, JWT)
• Ensure compliance with relevant data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) and industry standards
• Proactively monitor and address security vulnerabilities and apply security patches as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in the development, upgrade, and deployment of Canvas LMS
• Strong knowledge of Canvas LMS architecture, APIs, and integration capabilities with Student Management System (SMS)
• Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, and Ruby
• Experience with AWS cloud platform
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice to have:

• Experience in higher education or a related domain
• Exposure to other Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Moodle or Blackboard
• Certification in Canvas LMS or related technologies

Important Details

• Contract: 6 months

About the Company

GUS Education India (GEI) is the education arm of Global University Systems, a leading European Education conglomerate. Established in 2017, GEI boasts a portfolio of over 35 Institutions and collaborates with prestigious universities and institutions worldwide, offering educational services that enhance their operations and impact.