Mid To Senior Full Stack Developer Parktown North

Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

Our client is a corporate ridesharing service, delivering highly competitive transportation solutions tailored to businesses. We help companies streamline operations, reduce costs, and provide a safer, more efficient travel experience for their employees.
Position Overview
We're looking for a Mid to Senior Full Stack Developer with a strong background in Python and Django who is open to transitioning into Ruby on Rails. If you're passionate about scalable backend systems, clean code, and delivering business-critical features, you'll fit right in. You'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, apply your architectural insights, and learn Rails in an environment designed for fast onboarding and growth. If you've mastered Django's ORM, RESTful services, and know how to build robust, testable applications, you'll find Ruby on Rails a natural transition.
Key Responsibilities
? Design, build, and maintain scalable full-stack applications using modern web technologies.
? Work on Rails-based systems, while leveraging your Django experience to quickly learn the new stack.
? Optimize and manage PostgreSQL databases.
? Collaborate cross-functionally with product, ops, and mobile teams (React Native).
? Engage in code reviews, architecture discussions, testing, and debugging.
? Research and implement efficient algorithms for business automation and process optimization.
? Conduct theoretical cost-benefit analysis for system improvements.
? Stay up to date with Rails best practices and contribute ideas for continuous improvement.
Ideal Candidate Profile
? Strong background in Python and Django with willingness to learn Ruby on Rails (prior exposure to Rails is a big plus).
? Minimum 3 years of experience in backend or full-stack development.
? Familiarity with MVC architecture, ORMs, and REST APIs.
? Experience with JavaScript, React, and/or React Native (or willingness to work with them).
? Solid understanding of PostgreSQL or similar SQL databases.
? Good knowledge of HTML, CSS, and frontend integration (Tailwind CSS is a bonus).
? Strong problem-solving, research, and analytical skills.
? Sound judgment in balancing algorithmic complexity vs real-world utility.
Tech Stack You'll Work With
Backend: Ruby on Rails (Training/Support Provided)
Frontend: React, React Native, JavaScript, Tailwind CSS
Database: PostgreSQL
Tools: Git, GitHub, JWT, Twilio, AWS
Bonus Points For
? Experience integrating with payment gateways
? Familiarity with Google APIs
? Prior Ruby experience or personal projects in Rails

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1586210
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
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