Ruby on Rails Developer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Ruby on Rails Developer based in Brazil.

This role offers the opportunity to build and enhance scalable web applications for modern digital products and growing businesses. You will work across backend development, application architecture, APIs, databases, and performance optimization. The position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and delivering reliable solutions. You will collaborate closely with product, design, and engineering teams to transform ideas into production-ready features. The role provides ownership throughout the development lifecycle, from planning and implementation to deployment and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate values clean code, secure development practices, and scalable architectures. This is a remote opportunity for a proactive developer who thrives in an international and collaborative environment.

Accountabilities:: As a Ruby on Rails Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality applications while contributing to technical decisions and engineering improvements. You will work on scalable backend solutions, ensure application reliability, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features.

Develop, maintain, and enhance Ruby on Rails applications, APIs, and backend services.

Build scalable business logic using Rails conventions, ActiveRecord, controllers, and service-oriented patterns.

Design and maintain RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services and external platforms.

Collaborate with frontend developers when working with technologies such as React, Vue, or Stimulus.

Participate in feature development from planning and architecture discussions through deployment.

Design and optimize PostgreSQL or MySQL database structures, queries, and indexes.

Implement caching strategies using technologies such as Redis, Memcached, or similar solutions.

Manage background processing workflows using Sidekiq, Resque, or equivalent frameworks.

Develop and maintain automated tests, ensuring strong coverage and application reliability.

Participate in code reviews, improve engineering standards, and maintain clean, scalable codebases.

Support CI/CD workflows, deployment processes, and production troubleshooting.

Monitor application performance, improve reliability, and implement security best practices.

Requirements:

We are looking for an experienced backend engineer with strong Ruby on Rails expertise and a passion for building reliable, maintainable software. The ideal candidate combines technical depth, problem-solving ability, and independence with strong collaboration skills.

3+ years of professional experience developing applications with Ruby on Rails.

Strong knowledge of Ruby, Rails, ActiveRecord, and MVC architecture.

Experience working with PostgreSQL or MySQL databases.

Experience with background job frameworks such as Sidekiq or Resque.

Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and backend application architecture.

Experience with Git workflows and CI/CD pipelines.

Experience writing automated tests using RSpec, Minitest, Capybara, or similar frameworks.

Knowledge of application performance optimization, debugging, and production support.

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in remote teams.

Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take ownership of technical challenges.

Nice to have:

Experience integrating Rails applications with React, Vue, or Stimulus.

Experience deploying applications using AWS, GCP, Heroku, or similar cloud platforms.

Familiarity with Redis, Memcached, Docker, Kubernetes, or modern DevOps practices.

Experience building SaaS, fintech, healthcare, or e-commerce applications.

Experience improving engineering workflows, architecture, and technical processes.

Benefits:

Fully remote work model.

Full-time employment opportunity.

Flexible collaboration with international teams.

Opportunity to work on scalable SaaS products and impactful digital solutions.

Professional growth through challenging technical projects.

Exposure to modern engineering practices, architectures, and technologies.

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