Job Description

Thank you for applying to VTRAC opportunities. Please e-mail your resume as a MS-WORD document in confidence Subject: Lead Software Developer. Attention: or call (508) 905-6468.
Position: Lead Software Developer
Position Type: Permanent
No. of Positions: 1
Location: Sudbury, ON (onsite or relocation)
Description
It is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-moving, mission-driven startup where innovation and grit power everything we do. As a Senior Software Developer, you'll work alongside a passionate team of founders and product visionaries, architecting scalable systems and delivering real-world impact. If you're excited by fast-paced challenges, agility, and building robust platforms from scratch up, this role is for you. The position offers a competitive advantage, plus the option to own shares of the company.
Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable web applications using modern MVC frameworks, especially Ruby on Rails.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient backend code while contributing to overall architecture decisions.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and founders to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Lead code reviews, enforce best practices, and maintain high engineering standards.
• Identify bottlenecks and bugs; devise solutions and performance optimizations.
• Build and maintain SQL-based databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL) with strong schema design.
• Support and mentor junior developers; foster a culture of learning and excellence.
• Embrace startup dynamics by adapting to rapid changes and wearing multiple hats as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience in a professional setting.
• Strong proficiency in Ruby on Rails or similar MVC frameworks and OOP principles.
• Experience designing and managing relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Proficient in frontend development fundamentals: HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (React or Vue is a plus).
• Skilled in Git workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile development environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Previous experience in a startup or high-growth environment is highly preferred.

We thank all candidates in advance. Only selected candidates for interviews will be contacted. For other exciting opportunities, please visit us at www.vtrac.com . VTRAC is an equal opportunity employer.
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Job Overview
Date Posted: Posted 8 hours ago
Expiration date: February 12, 2026
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Job Title: URGENT - Lead Software Developer
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