Full Stack Developer (Ruby on Rails) – Mid to Senior Level

About the role

We are seeking a Mid to Senior‑Level Full Stack Developer with strong Ruby on Rails expertise to enhance VITALITE Malawi’s digital platforms, payment integrations and customer management tools. You will work in a mission‑driven environment focused on expanding affordable solar solutions across the country.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the customer management system and ERP tools.
• Design, build and optimise APIs for mobile‑money and other digital payment platforms.
• Improve system performance, scalability and security to support growing operations.
• Collaborate with finance, sales and support teams to streamline digital workflows.
• Apply best practices in testing, CI/CD and version control.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.

Required profile

• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Ruby on Rails.
• Strong front‑end skills in JavaScript (React, Vue.js or similar), HTML and CSS.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases.
• Familiarity with cloud services such as AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and third‑party integrations.
• Experience with payment gateway integrations, especially mobile‑money, is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Ruby on Rails
• JavaScript (React, Vue.js)
• HTML & CSS
• PostgreSQL
• AWS / Azure / GCP
• RESTful API development
• Payment gateway integration
• CI/CD pipelines
• Git version control

What we offer

• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on off‑grid communities.
• Tech‑driven environment focused on scaling clean‑energy solutions.
• Professional growth with a dynamic, mission‑oriented team.
• Flexible work options, including hybrid or remote arrangements.