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Software Engineer

RealDefenseLos Angeles, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Thrive as a mid-senior Software Engineer at RealDefense, contributing to innovative PC optimization and security products with opportunities for significant skill development in API and payment system integrations. This remote role offers flexibility and the chance to collaborate with a talented team, so we encourage you to apply.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Remote
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Ruby on Rails, extensive experience with API development, and expertise in payment system integrations. This role involves collaboration with other senior developers and engineers to develop and enhance the websites and payment systems that support our suite of PC optimization and security products, ensuring they meet the high standards our users expect. This is a full-time employee position. Direct hire only. No agencies or contractors.

 

Key Responsibilities:

·        Develop, test, and maintain applications using Ruby on Rails as the primary framework.

·        Design and implement robust API solutions to improve product interoperability and enhance user experience.

·        Integrate and maintain various payment processing and product licensing systems, ensuring secure and efficient transactions.

·        Contribute to feature specifications and system architecture discussions.

·        Participate in code reviews and promote best practices in software development.

·        Troubleshoot and optimize application performance for speed and scalability.

·        Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in SaaS and payment system development.

 

Qualifications:

·        Bachelor''s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.

·        At least 5 years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on Ruby on Rails.

·        Proven experience with RESTful API development and integration.

·        Expertise in payment system integration (e.g., Sticky, PayPal, Stripe, Zuora, Chargebee and Recurly ) and understanding of financial compliance and security standards.

·        Solid understanding of front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3) and frameworks (React or Vue.js is a plus).

·        Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices, agile methodologies, and deployment strategies. Jira experience a plus.

·        Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work independently, and a strong desire to learn and grow.

·        Exceptional communication and teamwork skills, with a track record of successful collaboration in a hybrid or remote work environment.

·        AWS experience is desirable.

 

Skills

Ruby
AWS
Agile
JavaScript
Jira
Rails
React
Vue

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