Mid-Level Software Developer

Mid-Level Software Developer ) Salary range: $2500 - 3000 AUD Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement Work Schedule: Align with AU business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday); as a contractor, you\'ll have flexibility in how you manage your time. Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All roles are 100% remote so you\'ll be able to work from home. Who The Client Is: A specialist travel provider designing tailor-made journeys and expedition experiences to some of the world\'s most remarkable destinations, including Antarctica, Africa, Latin America, and the Arctic. With a focus on small-group adventures, expedition cruises, and unique events such as solar eclipse tours, they combine expert destination knowledge with personalized service. Their goal is to deliver seamless, unforgettable travel experiences while promoting responsible tourism and ensuring every itinerary is safe, authentic, and enriching. Role Overview: We are seeking a talented Mid-Level Software Developer to join our development team. This role involves working on our cloud-based travel management platform while also supporting our WordPress website and Office 365 projects. The ideal candidate will have strong full-stack development skills and experience with modern web technologies. Responsibilities: Primary Development (70%): Backend Development: Develop and maintain Ruby on Rails applications with PostgreSQL databases Frontend Development: Build responsive user interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery API Integration: Work with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations (payment gateways, accounting systems, travel suppliers) Database Management: Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas and queries Background Processing: Implement and maintain background job processing systems Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and participate in code reviews WordPress Development (20%): Website Maintenance: Update and maintain WordPress websites with custom themes and plugins Content Management: Support content updates and website functionality improvements Plugin Development: Create custom WordPress plugins and modify existing ones as needed Performance Optimization: Optimize website performance and ensure responsive design Office 365 Projects (10%): Power Platform: Work with Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI for business process automation SharePoint: Develop and customize SharePoint solutions and workflows Integration: Connect Office 365 services with existing business applications Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation for Office 365 implementations Required Skills & Experience: Technical Requirements 3-5 years of professional software development experience Ruby on Rails proficiency (2+ years experience) PostgreSQL database experience Frontend Technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery Version Control: Git and GitHub/GitLab API Development: RESTful API design and integration WordPress: Theme and plugin development experience Office 365: Power Platform, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365 applications Preferred Qualifications SaaS Experience: Multi-tenant application development Cloud Platforms: Heroku, AWS, or similar cloud deployment experience Payment Integration: Experience with payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal, etc.) Background Jobs: Experience with job processing systems (Sidekiq, DelayedJob, etc.) Testing: RSpec, Minitest, or similar testing frameworks DevOps: Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes Soft Skills Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to work independently and as part of a team Attention to detail and commitment to code quality Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies Time management and ability to meet deadlines Work Arrangement & Expectations: This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement. To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to: Be available for meetings and collaboration during core AU business hours (AEST) or Philippine Time (PHT) Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile clearly marked as "Independent Contractor" #J-18808-Ljbffr