Green Card Ruby on Rails Developer Jobs
Ruby on Rails Developer jobs with green card sponsorship follow the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 immigrant petition. Nationals from high-demand countries should factor in priority-date backlogs when planning their timeline toward lawful permanent residency.
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This is a 12 month contract to update and expand an existing Ruby on Rails application and incorporate new features requested by the client. Work will include front end development, backend development, API development, and other development work to meet contract deliverables. We work closely with our customers, and candidates will be expected to participate remotely in weekly meetings to discuss requirements for new development and give demos of completed development.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Function: Works under general supervision and participates in the design and development of internet systems. May work independently or as a part of a team. May coach more junior technical staff.
General Characteristics: Integrally involved in the development and support of an expanding suite of web applications and tools for our customers. This suite covers everything from a case management system, a Medicaid service tracking system, a Medicaid billing system, to new development for upcoming projects. Works closely with other IT groups and customers to define the system design and user interface based on customer needs and objectives. Participates in all phases of the development and implementation process. Ensures the integration of the web servers and all other supporting systems by using message based middleware and interfacing with relational databases. Be knowledgeable of best-practices for building secure web applications. Responsible for developing client-side scripting and server-side application code. Extensive knowledge in using programming languages. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 5-7 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ruby and JavaScript development
- Ruby on Rails development
- Writing tests
- Generating ad hoc reports for client as needed
- Providing daily status updates to team
- Following change management workflows
- Participation in client meetings for requirements gathering and demos of finished work
- Presence on our internal IM system during work hours
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
- Ruby
- Rails
- Git
- JavaScript
- Web security
- Linux experience
- SQL
- jQuery
- REST API experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Test-driven development
PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
- JSON
- Command line
- SSH
- HAML
- SCSS
- Ability to work independently
- Creating technical documentation
- Prior experience working as a remote contractor
Education
Bachelor’s degree preferred
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
INTRODUCTION
This is a 12 month contract to update and expand an existing Ruby on Rails application and incorporate new features requested by the client. Work will include front end development, backend development, API development, and other development work to meet contract deliverables. We work closely with our customers, and candidates will be expected to participate remotely in weekly meetings to discuss requirements for new development and give demos of completed development.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Function: Works under general supervision and participates in the design and development of internet systems. May work independently or as a part of a team. May coach more junior technical staff.
General Characteristics: Integrally involved in the development and support of an expanding suite of web applications and tools for our customers. This suite covers everything from a case management system, a Medicaid service tracking system, a Medicaid billing system, to new development for upcoming projects. Works closely with other IT groups and customers to define the system design and user interface based on customer needs and objectives. Participates in all phases of the development and implementation process. Ensures the integration of the web servers and all other supporting systems by using message based middleware and interfacing with relational databases. Be knowledgeable of best-practices for building secure web applications. Responsible for developing client-side scripting and server-side application code. Extensive knowledge in using programming languages. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 5-7 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ruby and JavaScript development
- Ruby on Rails development
- Writing tests
- Generating ad hoc reports for client as needed
- Providing daily status updates to team
- Following change management workflows
- Participation in client meetings for requirements gathering and demos of finished work
- Presence on our internal IM system during work hours
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
- Ruby
- Rails
- Git
- JavaScript
- Web security
- Linux experience
- SQL
- jQuery
- REST API experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Test-driven development
PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
- JSON
- Command line
- SSH
- HAML
- SCSS
- Ability to work independently
- Creating technical documentation
- Prior experience working as a remote contractor
Education
Bachelor’s degree preferred
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Ruby on Rails Developer
Align your degree to EB-2 requirements
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in a directly related field. Document your Rails-specific work history with offer letters, performance reviews, and employer verification letters before the PERM process begins.
Search employers using Migrate Mate
Target companies with verified employment-based green card filing history for software roles. Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with that history, searchable by role and location, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored permanent residency.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your employer's PERM filing must certify wages at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for software developers in your target metro before you receive an offer.
Confirm the employer's PERM recruitment timeline
PERM requires the employer to run a documented recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. workers are available. Ask hiring managers whether they've completed PERM filings before and how long their internal process takes, since most large tech organizations budget six to twelve months.
Secure your priority date as early as possible
Your priority date is set when PERM is filed with DOL, not when I-140 is approved. Nationals from India and China can face significant backlogs at the final adjustment stage, so starting the PERM process early in your employment, ideally before year three, reduces total waiting time.
Understand AC21 portability before switching jobs
If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, you can change employers under AC21 without losing your priority date, provided the new Rails developer role falls in the same or a similar occupation as classified by USCIS.
Green Card Ruby on Rails Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship for a Ruby on Rails Developer differ from H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, requiring renewal every two to three years, with no guarantee of permanence. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residency. The employer must complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, a recruitment-testing process that has no H-1B equivalent, before filing the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS.
Which green card category fits a Ruby on Rails Developer role?
Most Rails developer roles qualify under EB-2 if the position requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in software engineering. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree or skilled workers with at least two years of experience. Your employer's PERM filing will specify the minimum requirements for the role, which must reflect the genuine job need.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Rails developers?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card filing history for software roles, searchable by job title and location. This lets you focus your applications on companies that have already navigated the PERM and I-140 process, rather than approaching employers who may be unfamiliar with permanent sponsorship obligations.
What is the PERM labor certification process and how does it affect my start date?
PERM is a DOL-administered process in which your employer advertises the role, documents that no qualified U.S. workers applied, and files an Application for Permanent Employment Certification. It typically runs six to twelve months before filing, and DOL processing adds additional time. Your employment usually begins on a temporary visa status while PERM proceeds in the background.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
Once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your priority date. If your I-485 hasn't reached 180 days, changing employers generally requires restarting the PERM and I-140 process with the new company.