Junior Backend Developer (PHP/ NodeJS/ Ruby on Rails)

Technical ExperiencesMust have:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.Experience in backend development using Ruby on Rails, or willingness to transition from another backend language (PHP / Node.js).Good understanding of MySQL database design and query optimization.Familiar with background jobs (Sidekiq), caching (Redis), and deployment (Capistrano, AWS).Knowledge of RESTful APIs, HTTP/HTTPS protocols, and JSON structures.Basic knowledge of Linux development environments and version control (Git).Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving mindset.Nice to have:Familiarity with gems such as Devise, Pundit, Rpush, CarrierWave +Fog-AWS, or Stripe.Experience with RSpec or other testing frameworks.Exposure to CI/CD automation tools (Capistrano, GitHub Actions).Understanding of Geo-location or mapping services (Geocoder, RGeo, Fast-Polylines).Understanding of Microservices and event-driven systems (using Kafka / Karafka / Waterdrop).Appreciation for clean, maintainable, and well-structured code.Collaborative mindset and a reliable team player who takes ownership of their work.Language SkillsAble to communicate and collaborate in English (written and spoken).Willing to learn and improve communication when working withSingapore HQ and other markets.Flexible PointsWe welcome engineers who:Are passionate about backend development and eager to grow in a professional environment.May not have long professional experience but show strong logic, problem-solving, and willingness to learn.Want to master Ruby on Rails, MySQL, and scalable API development.Are not yet fluent in English but are motivated to practice and improve daily.Enjoy solving complex backend challenges and improving performance at scale.Notice:Candidates are required to provide reference information after passing the interview round.At Motorist, we believe in work hard, play hard. You’ll be part of an energetic and collaborative team that encourages creativity, learning, and ownership.Join us to grow your career and help build one of Singapore’s leading automotive platforms.