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Company: The Elite Job

Location: Spain

Employment Type: FULL_TIME, PART_TIME

Date Posted: 2025-10-31

Valid Through: 2026-10-31

Job Summary

The Elite Job is seeking a highly skilled and passionate Ruby on Rails Developer to join our remote development team in Spain. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge web applications, collaborate with international teams, and contribute to scalable, high-performance solutions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and committed to writing clean, maintainable code that drives the success of innovative projects across multiple sectors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain robust web applications using Ruby on Rails.

  • Build reusable, efficient, and scalable code components for future use.

  • Integrate data storage solutions including PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Redis.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including UI/UX designers, front-end developers, and project managers.

  • Implement and maintain APIs to support internal and third-party integrations.

  • Participate in code reviews, testing, and performance tuning for optimal product quality.

  • Identify and troubleshoot issues, and deploy effective solutions in a timely manner.

  • Contribute to technical documentation and ensure codebase consistency and clarity.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Strong proficiency in Ruby on Rails framework (minimum 3 years experience).

  • Solid understanding of object-oriented programming and software design principles.

  • Proficiency with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related front-end technologies.

  • Experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.

  • Familiarity with Git, RESTful APIs, and JSON.

  • Good understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.

  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

  • Strong written and verbal communication in English.

Experience

  • Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in Ruby on Rails development.

  • Prior experience working in remote or distributed teams is highly desirable.

  • Experience with Agile development methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) preferred.

Working Hours

  • Flexible remote working schedule based on Central European Time (CET).

  • Full-time position, approximately 40 hours per week.

  • Occasional team meetings or sprint reviews may require overlap with global team hours.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Deep understanding of web architecture, performance optimization, and security best practices.

  • Ability to write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices.

  • Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities in an agile environment.

  • Self-starter attitude with excellent time management and accountability.

  • Passion for learning new technologies and continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • 100% Remote work opportunity within Spain.

  • Competitive salary package aligned with market standards.

  • Health insurance and wellness benefits.

  • Access to professional development programs and certifications.

  • Collaborative and inclusive international team culture.

  • Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.

Why Join

At The Elite Job, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, creativity, and technical excellence. You will work with some of the brightest minds in the industry on projects that make a real impact. We believe in empowering our developers, promoting work-life balance, and encouraging professional growth through continuous learning and collaboration.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and portfolio (GitHub or sample projects) via our official website or email us.
Please include Ruby on Rails Developer – Remote Spain in the subject line.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions.

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