Senior Ruby Developer - Johannesburg (In office)

About the Role

OfferZen is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Ruby Developer to join their team in Johannesburg. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned developer to contribute to the creation of innovative products and platforms. The role is based in their Johannesburg office, fostering a collaborative and in-person working environment. As a Senior Ruby Developer, you will play a crucial part in the entire software development lifecycle, from conceptualisation to deployment, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, robust solutions.

In this pivotal role, your responsibilities will span a broad spectrum of software development activities. You will be instrumental in:

• **Designing and developing robust, scalable, and maintainable Ruby on Rails applications.** This involves writing clean, efficient, and well-tested code that adheres to best practices.
• **Collaborating closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers** to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• **Contributing to architectural decisions**, ensuring the long-term viability and performance of the platform.
• **Identifying and addressing technical debt**, proactively improving the codebase and system performance.
• **Participating in code reviews**, providing constructive feedback to peers and upholding coding standards.
• **Troubleshooting and debugging issues** in production and development environments, ensuring system stability.
• **Mentoring junior developers**, sharing your expertise and fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
• **Staying abreast of emerging technologies and trends** in the Ruby ecosystem and broader software development landscape.
• **Working with various databases and cloud infrastructure** to support application functionality.

What They're Looking For

To excel in this Senior Ruby Developer position, you will need a strong foundation in Ruby development coupled with a proactive and collaborative approach. The ideal candidate will possess:

• **Extensive experience with Ruby and the Ruby on Rails framework.** A deep understanding of its principles and best practices is essential.
• **Proven experience in designing, building, and maintaining complex web applications.**
• **Solid understanding of database technologies** (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and their interaction with Ruby applications.
• **Familiarity with front-end technologies** (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and their integration with Rails applications.
• **Experience with testing frameworks** (e.g., RSpec, Minitest) to ensure code quality and reliability.
• **Knowledge of version control systems**, particularly Git.
• **Experience with cloud platforms** such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure would be beneficial.
• **An understanding of Agile development methodologies** and experience working in an Agile environment.
• **Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills**, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• **Strong communication and interpersonal skills**, enabling effective collaboration with diverse teams.
• A passion for writing clean, elegant, and maintainable code.

This role is ideal for a developer who thrives in a collaborative, in-office setting and is passionate about building high-impact products. If you are a senior developer looking to make a significant contribution to a forward-thinking company, this opportunity in Johannesburg could be the perfect next step in your career.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in product management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Experience with Agile methodologies is a plus.