Junior Web Developer: Rails & Growth Path

Kontak Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Kontak Recruitment is seeking a Junior Web Developer for its Port Elizabeth client. This entry-level role offers hands-on learning, mentorship from experienced developers and exposure to live web projects.

You will learn Ruby on Rails, work with PostgreSQL, and contribute to maintenance and feature development. A proactive learner who can solve problems and asks thoughtful questions will thrive here, with clear growth paths and salary progression based on performance.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate is required; driver’s license a plus.
• Some exposure to software or web development.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts and how web applications work.
• Evidence of genuine interest in development (personal projects, coursework, etc.).
• Able to learn Ruby on Rails and pick up new tech quickly.
• Understanding relational databases is advantageous.
• Willing to learn and accept feedback to improve.

Responsibilities

• Learn existing systems, coding standards and workflows.
• Support maintenance of existing web-based projects.
• Assist with bug fixes, testing and small development tasks during learning.
• Build and update website features and back-end functionality.
• Work with Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL and related technologies.
• Read and review existing code to understand structure.
• Test thoroughly before submission or release.
• Take ownership of increasingly complex tasks as you learn.

Skills

Learning mindset

Curiosity

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Education

Matric certificate

Tools

Ruby on Rails

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Job description

Kontak Recruitment is seeking a Junior Web Developer for its Port Elizabeth client. This entry-level role offers hands-on learning, mentorship from experienced developers and exposure to live web projects.

You will learn Ruby on Rails, work with PostgreSQL, and contribute to maintenance and feature development. A proactive learner who can solve problems and asks thoughtful questions will thrive here, with clear growth paths and salary progression based on performance.