Hays are now looking for a Ruby Developer for one of our local clients:

Rate: Circa £450 p/d Inside IR35 Hybrid: 1-2 days a week in Bath, rest is WFH Duration: 6 month+ contract

Overview

A highly skilled Ruby Developer is required to support a small, fast‑paced digital development team working on a bespoke Ruby-based technical environment. This role involves leading development tasks, contributing to technical strategy, and quickly getting up to speed with complex systems and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end‑to‑end Ruby-based development tasks with minimal oversight Work within Agile teams using standard development tools and workflows (e.g., GitLab, Jira) Provide technical guidance on development approach and infrastructure Contribute to digital projects and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders Deliver high-quality, maintainable code within agreed timelines Skills & Experience

Extensive experience in Ruby development with demonstrable portfolio Strong understanding of Ruby-based content management systems (experience with Typecase beneficial but not essential) Ability to quickly understand and work within complex digital environments Experience working in Agile settings Strong problem‑solving skills and proactive communication style Experience working within large, structured organisations nice to have Familiarity with digital development in education or pub...