Ruby On Rails Engineer

Sowelo Consulting Sp. Z O.O. Sp. K.; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 1 025 000 - 1 368 000; Full time

Job summary

A tech consulting firm is seeking a Full Stack Engineer in Cape Town. You will develop and optimize web applications, particularly using Ruby on Rails. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience, proficiency in JavaScript, and familiarity with AWS and database management. This role offers a competitive salary, unlimited PTO, and a flexible, remote-friendly work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary (USD per year)

Unlimited PTO

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a Full Stack Engineer with Ruby on Rails expertise.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (jQuery, Stimulus).
• Experience in database management, particularly MySQL or AWS.
• Hands-on experience with Heroku, AWS services, and infrastructure as code (Terraform).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail in maintaining code quality.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable, high-quality web applications using Ruby on Rails.
• Work with cross-functional teams to design and develop new features.
• Maintain and optimize frontend with JavaScript frameworks.
• Contribute to managing AWS Aurora for MySQL databases.
• Ensure application's infrastructure on Heroku and AWS is stable.

Skills

Ruby on Rails

JavaScript (jQuery, Stimulus)

AWS

MySQL

Heroku

GitHub workflows

CI/CD pipelines

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Terraform

Brakeman

Dependabot

Job description

Full Stack Engineer

Join our team as a Full Stack Engineer, where you'll play a key role in developing, maintaining, and optimizing applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Development: Build scalable, high-quality web applications using Ruby on Rails.
• Collaborate: Work with cross‑functional teams to design and develop new features for web and mobile platforms.
• Frontend Optimization: Maintain and optimize the frontend with JavaScript frameworks like Turbo and/ or Stimulus.
• Integration Management: Work on the integration of third‑party services such as Twilio, SendGrid, and Stripe.
• Infrastructure Stability: Ensure the application's infrastructure on Heroku and AWS is stable, secure, and scalable to meet growing demand.
• Database Management: Contribute to managing AWS Aurora for MySQL databases, ensuring efficient, reliable access to data.
• Code Quality: Develop and maintain code quality and security standards, using tools like Brakeman and Dependabot.
• Accelerate Delivery: Leverage modern development tools and AI‑assisted coding practices to accelerate feature delivery while maintaining code quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years as a Full Stack Engineer with Ruby on Rails expertise.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (jQuery, Stimulus).
• Experience in database management, particularly MySQL or AWS.
• Hands‑on experience with Heroku, AWS services, and infrastructure as code (Terraform).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing suites, and GitHub workflows.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently or as a team.
• Strong attention to detail in maintaining code quality and security standards.

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Experience with third‑party integrations like Twilio, SendGrid, Stripe, ChromeData, and CarFax.
• Familiarity with Airbrake, NewRelic, ElasticSearch, and caching mechanisms (Redis, Memcached).
• Understanding of mobile web app development and responsive design principles.
• Knowledge of Dealer Management Systems (DMS) integrations and vehicle data processing.
• Experience with AI‑powered development tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor) and modern development acceleration techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (USD per year)
• Unlimited PTO
• Flexible work environment (remote‑friendly)

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