Lateral Group
Ruby on Rails Developer Backend Engineering New York
Lateral Group, New York, New York, us, 10261
About the Company
Lateral stands for technology excellence. Were a profitable, award-winning design and technology company with over 20 years of experience launching bold ventures and transforming businesses. A globally distributed team of 200+ experts united by a shared purpose: the continuous pursuit of quality. Our clients come to us for results, quality and craft and stay because we keep raising the bar. We do things differently at Lateral
Our mission is simple:
design and build great products . What sets us apart isnt just the talent of our teamits
the way we work: We Have A Bias For Action & Results. We are doers - we spot the gaps, connect the dots, anticipate whats around the corner and take action. We move fast, stay focused, and let the resultsnot the effortspeak for themselves.
We Work On Time, On Budget, On Quality Discipline is our edge - a commitment we make to each other, to our clients, and to the standards we hold ourselves to.
We Care Deeply. We care about our work and about each other. Care Is A Competitive Advantage. Every detail matters. Every design, every line of code, every decision. Thoughtful by default.
We Do Things RightBecause Its the Right Thing to Do Right over easy. Integrity isnt up for negotiation. We hold the bar high even when no ones watching. We take pride in doing great work the right waynot the easy way.
We Keep Improving The best teams keep improving and were never done learning. We iterate. We reflect on whats working and whats not. Feedback fuels us, we receive it openly, and adapt quickly. Progress over perfection.
Were Obsessed With Agility, Not The Agile Manifesto We dont chase dogma or rituals we chase momentum. We adapt processes to fit problems, not the other way around. We Take Ownership Everyone leads something here. You will have room to run with ideas, and the trust to execute. That trust is built on how you show up: thinking things through, sweating the details, and following through. What Youll Do Day-to-day, you will: Consistently develop and deliver high-quality work with a high focus on quality Work closely with client teams to deliver complex components in a deadline-driven environment Lead by example through the implementation of challenging and complex components Foster best practices and maintain regular reporting and work progress Communicate and share information with other team members and stakeholders Mentor other developers Be open-minded & proactive, don't settle for what is required Participate in discussions with clients and team members about technical best practices and help teams identify optimal technical solutions Ensure quality through adherence to technical best practice, mentorship and feedback What Were Looking For
3+ years experience working with different Ruby on Rails projects with UI knowledge Deep understanding of web development Rails 6.x, Ruby 2.x PostgreSQL Stimulus Controllers/Stimulus Reflex knowledge Experience with ButterCMS Ruby API Client, ActiveAdmin, Slim-template/slim Heroku knowledge Version controlling (Git) awareness Able to work independently Good English communication skills Proactive problem solver (Rolling up sleeves and helping whenever needed) Able to quickly understand the nature of the business Ability to perform well in and adapt to a fast-paced environment
Nice to have: Experience with other OOP languages such as C#, C++ Experience with SQL/MsSQL Experience with FE Technologies (React/Angular) Why Youll Love Working Here
Real Impact:
Youll work on meaningful products that make a measurable differencefrom healthcare and commerce to sustainability and next-gen tech.
Remote-First, Office Friendly:
Work from wherever youre most productive - whether thats your home, a co-working space, or one of our offices. Were a remote-first company, but if youre near an office, youre welcome to drop in, collaborate in person, or work onsite regularly.
We prioritize async collaboration, respect your time zone, and focus on outcomes over hours.
An Outstanding Team:
Talented, kind, and hard-working people who care deeply about their craftand about each other. No egos. No politics. Just professionals doing their best work.
Growth:
Youll be supported in growing your craft, exploring new paths, and stepping into greater responsibilityat your own pace
A Culture of Excellence:
We care deeply about doing the right thingfor our clients, our team, and ourselves. No burnout. No crunch. Just high-quality work, delivered sustainably.
Variety & Stability:
Were profitable, independent, and over a decade strong. Yet every project brings a fresh challenge. Youll never be bored here.
This Role Might Not Be for You
We want to respect your time by being clear about what this role isnt. You should skip this opportunity if: You prefer well defined structure.
If you gravitate towards a clear hierarchy, well defined roles and swim lanes, you may find our self-managed style challenging.
Distributed work isnt your thing.
If you find async communication, design documentation and being proactive without a manager nearby difficult, our setup wont suit you.
Feedback doesn't excite you.
Were obsessed with quality and believe in continuous improvement. That means we give feedback thats sometimes nitpicky. If refining the work until its excellent feels over the top, you are likely going to find working here frustrating.
Change makes you uncomfortable.
Were scaling and maturing. That means not everything is perfect yet. Priorities shift. Processes evolve. If ambiguity is uncomfortable, this may feel bumpy.
However, If this sounds like fuel, wed love to talk! How to apply and what to expect in the interview process
Our hiring process is structured as a sequence of steps. Moving forward is based on how well the previous step goes. This helps us stay focused, fair, and respectful of everyones time. We will always: Let you know clearly what the next step is
Share updates and feedback wherever possible
Invite questions if anything feels unclear
Not everyone progresses through every stage. That doesnt mean youre not great at what you do. Sometimes its about timing, team fit, or simply what were looking for at the moment. Step 1: Express Your Interest
If this sounds like your kind of team and youre ready to bring your craft to Lateral, we want to hear from you. Please send us: Your
resume
A
short note
about what excites you about this role
Links to your work : GitHub/ Code snippets, portfolio, architecture /design docs, blog posts, or
anything that shows us how you think and build
Please dont include anything sensitive or proprietary. If youre sharing team projects, let us know what your specific contributions were.
We review every application with care. If theres a fit, well reach out to schedule next steps. Step 2: Talent Partner Conversation
Purpose:
A structured discussion with our People Experience team to delve into your career trajectory, motivations, and alignment with Lateral's values. What to Expect: In-depth questions about your past experiences and decision-making processes.
Exploration of your career goals and how they align with the role.
Discussion about our company culture, availability, compensation and other logistics
Motivators and demotivators.
Your life outside coding.
Preparation Tips: Reflect on your career journey and pivotal moments.
Be ready to discuss challenges you've overcome and lessons learned.
Familiarize yourself with the Job Description, Lateral's mission and values.
Step 3: Take Home Assignment
Purpose:
Provide a practical demonstration of your skills through a task resembling real work at Lateral.
Format:
A take-home assignment or a live session, depending on the role.
What to Expect: Tasks designed to reflect actual challenges faced in the position.
An opportunity to showcase your problem-solving and technical skills.
Preparation Tips: Set aside uninterrupted time to focus.
Explain your decisions and assumptions.
Step 4: Technical interview
Purpose:
Assess your technical proficiency and problem-solving abilities. Format:
A collaborative session with our engineering team, focusing on real-world scenarios relevant to the role. What to Expect: Problem-solving exercises/questions that mirror tasks you'd encounter in the position.
Discussions around your approach, reasoning, and solutions.
Preparation Tips: Practice articulating your thought process clearly and concisely.
Be prepared to discuss in depth past projects and the technologies used.
Step 5: Operational interview
Purpose:
Understand your approach to prioritizing, collaborating, shipping, and iterating. What to expect: How you prioritize and break down work.
How you collaborate across disciplines.
How you handle blockers, feedback, and iteration.
Preparation Tips: Pick 1-2 meaningful projects you led or heavily contributed to.
Walk through your process: what worked, what didnt, what youd do differently.
Think about how you manage time, scope, and changing requirements.
Step 6: Reference Checks
Purpose:
We believe references are about understanding, not just validation. We do not look for perfection, but to understand patterns, strengths, and context. We use them to learn how to support you best. What to Expect:
well ask you for 23 people whove worked closely with you. These are often: former managers, senior peers or collaborators, mentors or people you've mentored. What we ask:
We focus on how youve grown, where you shine, how you like to be led, and what support sets you up for success. We want practical advice for making this a great fit for you. Yes, we do backchannels too:
We do this
when we feel we need more context . We will check with you if there are folks we should avoid reaching out due to confidentiality or other reasons. And
heres our commitment:
if anything surprising or unclear comes up in a backchannel, well bring it directly to you. We believe in
no stories without you in the room . Youll always get the chance to share your side, context, or clarification. Step 7: Offer
What Happens:
If selected, you'll receive a comprehensive offer detailing compensation, and other pertinent information.
Our hiring process is designed to be thorough yet respectful, ensuring a mutual fit. We encourage candidates to engage actively, ask questions, and view this as a two-way exploration. Join us and lets build something extraordinary.
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Lateral stands for technology excellence. Were a profitable, award-winning design and technology company with over 20 years of experience launching bold ventures and transforming businesses. A globally distributed team of 200+ experts united by a shared purpose: the continuous pursuit of quality. Our clients come to us for results, quality and craft and stay because we keep raising the bar. We do things differently at Lateral
Our mission is simple:
design and build great products . What sets us apart isnt just the talent of our teamits
the way we work: We Have A Bias For Action & Results. We are doers - we spot the gaps, connect the dots, anticipate whats around the corner and take action. We move fast, stay focused, and let the resultsnot the effortspeak for themselves.
We Work On Time, On Budget, On Quality Discipline is our edge - a commitment we make to each other, to our clients, and to the standards we hold ourselves to.
We Care Deeply. We care about our work and about each other. Care Is A Competitive Advantage. Every detail matters. Every design, every line of code, every decision. Thoughtful by default.
We Do Things RightBecause Its the Right Thing to Do Right over easy. Integrity isnt up for negotiation. We hold the bar high even when no ones watching. We take pride in doing great work the right waynot the easy way.
We Keep Improving The best teams keep improving and were never done learning. We iterate. We reflect on whats working and whats not. Feedback fuels us, we receive it openly, and adapt quickly. Progress over perfection.
Were Obsessed With Agility, Not The Agile Manifesto We dont chase dogma or rituals we chase momentum. We adapt processes to fit problems, not the other way around. We Take Ownership Everyone leads something here. You will have room to run with ideas, and the trust to execute. That trust is built on how you show up: thinking things through, sweating the details, and following through. What Youll Do Day-to-day, you will: Consistently develop and deliver high-quality work with a high focus on quality Work closely with client teams to deliver complex components in a deadline-driven environment Lead by example through the implementation of challenging and complex components Foster best practices and maintain regular reporting and work progress Communicate and share information with other team members and stakeholders Mentor other developers Be open-minded & proactive, don't settle for what is required Participate in discussions with clients and team members about technical best practices and help teams identify optimal technical solutions Ensure quality through adherence to technical best practice, mentorship and feedback What Were Looking For
3+ years experience working with different Ruby on Rails projects with UI knowledge Deep understanding of web development Rails 6.x, Ruby 2.x PostgreSQL Stimulus Controllers/Stimulus Reflex knowledge Experience with ButterCMS Ruby API Client, ActiveAdmin, Slim-template/slim Heroku knowledge Version controlling (Git) awareness Able to work independently Good English communication skills Proactive problem solver (Rolling up sleeves and helping whenever needed) Able to quickly understand the nature of the business Ability to perform well in and adapt to a fast-paced environment
Nice to have: Experience with other OOP languages such as C#, C++ Experience with SQL/MsSQL Experience with FE Technologies (React/Angular) Why Youll Love Working Here
Real Impact:
Youll work on meaningful products that make a measurable differencefrom healthcare and commerce to sustainability and next-gen tech.
Remote-First, Office Friendly:
Work from wherever youre most productive - whether thats your home, a co-working space, or one of our offices. Were a remote-first company, but if youre near an office, youre welcome to drop in, collaborate in person, or work onsite regularly.
We prioritize async collaboration, respect your time zone, and focus on outcomes over hours.
An Outstanding Team:
Talented, kind, and hard-working people who care deeply about their craftand about each other. No egos. No politics. Just professionals doing their best work.
Growth:
Youll be supported in growing your craft, exploring new paths, and stepping into greater responsibilityat your own pace
A Culture of Excellence:
We care deeply about doing the right thingfor our clients, our team, and ourselves. No burnout. No crunch. Just high-quality work, delivered sustainably.
Variety & Stability:
Were profitable, independent, and over a decade strong. Yet every project brings a fresh challenge. Youll never be bored here.
This Role Might Not Be for You
We want to respect your time by being clear about what this role isnt. You should skip this opportunity if: You prefer well defined structure.
If you gravitate towards a clear hierarchy, well defined roles and swim lanes, you may find our self-managed style challenging.
Distributed work isnt your thing.
If you find async communication, design documentation and being proactive without a manager nearby difficult, our setup wont suit you.
Feedback doesn't excite you.
Were obsessed with quality and believe in continuous improvement. That means we give feedback thats sometimes nitpicky. If refining the work until its excellent feels over the top, you are likely going to find working here frustrating.
Change makes you uncomfortable.
Were scaling and maturing. That means not everything is perfect yet. Priorities shift. Processes evolve. If ambiguity is uncomfortable, this may feel bumpy.
However, If this sounds like fuel, wed love to talk! How to apply and what to expect in the interview process
Our hiring process is structured as a sequence of steps. Moving forward is based on how well the previous step goes. This helps us stay focused, fair, and respectful of everyones time. We will always: Let you know clearly what the next step is
Share updates and feedback wherever possible
Invite questions if anything feels unclear
Not everyone progresses through every stage. That doesnt mean youre not great at what you do. Sometimes its about timing, team fit, or simply what were looking for at the moment. Step 1: Express Your Interest
If this sounds like your kind of team and youre ready to bring your craft to Lateral, we want to hear from you. Please send us: Your
resume
A
short note
about what excites you about this role
Links to your work : GitHub/ Code snippets, portfolio, architecture /design docs, blog posts, or
anything that shows us how you think and build
Please dont include anything sensitive or proprietary. If youre sharing team projects, let us know what your specific contributions were.
We review every application with care. If theres a fit, well reach out to schedule next steps. Step 2: Talent Partner Conversation
Purpose:
A structured discussion with our People Experience team to delve into your career trajectory, motivations, and alignment with Lateral's values. What to Expect: In-depth questions about your past experiences and decision-making processes.
Exploration of your career goals and how they align with the role.
Discussion about our company culture, availability, compensation and other logistics
Motivators and demotivators.
Your life outside coding.
Preparation Tips: Reflect on your career journey and pivotal moments.
Be ready to discuss challenges you've overcome and lessons learned.
Familiarize yourself with the Job Description, Lateral's mission and values.
Step 3: Take Home Assignment
Purpose:
Provide a practical demonstration of your skills through a task resembling real work at Lateral.
Format:
A take-home assignment or a live session, depending on the role.
What to Expect: Tasks designed to reflect actual challenges faced in the position.
An opportunity to showcase your problem-solving and technical skills.
Preparation Tips: Set aside uninterrupted time to focus.
Explain your decisions and assumptions.
Step 4: Technical interview
Purpose:
Assess your technical proficiency and problem-solving abilities. Format:
A collaborative session with our engineering team, focusing on real-world scenarios relevant to the role. What to Expect: Problem-solving exercises/questions that mirror tasks you'd encounter in the position.
Discussions around your approach, reasoning, and solutions.
Preparation Tips: Practice articulating your thought process clearly and concisely.
Be prepared to discuss in depth past projects and the technologies used.
Step 5: Operational interview
Purpose:
Understand your approach to prioritizing, collaborating, shipping, and iterating. What to expect: How you prioritize and break down work.
How you collaborate across disciplines.
How you handle blockers, feedback, and iteration.
Preparation Tips: Pick 1-2 meaningful projects you led or heavily contributed to.
Walk through your process: what worked, what didnt, what youd do differently.
Think about how you manage time, scope, and changing requirements.
Step 6: Reference Checks
Purpose:
We believe references are about understanding, not just validation. We do not look for perfection, but to understand patterns, strengths, and context. We use them to learn how to support you best. What to Expect:
well ask you for 23 people whove worked closely with you. These are often: former managers, senior peers or collaborators, mentors or people you've mentored. What we ask:
We focus on how youve grown, where you shine, how you like to be led, and what support sets you up for success. We want practical advice for making this a great fit for you. Yes, we do backchannels too:
We do this
when we feel we need more context . We will check with you if there are folks we should avoid reaching out due to confidentiality or other reasons. And
heres our commitment:
if anything surprising or unclear comes up in a backchannel, well bring it directly to you. We believe in
no stories without you in the room . Youll always get the chance to share your side, context, or clarification. Step 7: Offer
What Happens:
If selected, you'll receive a comprehensive offer detailing compensation, and other pertinent information.
Our hiring process is designed to be thorough yet respectful, ensuring a mutual fit. We encourage candidates to engage actively, ask questions, and view this as a two-way exploration. Join us and lets build something extraordinary.
#J-18808-Ljbffr