Senior Backend Developer - Ruby on Rails (RoR)

Department : Backend Engineering

Track : Individual Contributor

Location : Manila / Hybrid

Working Schedule : Full-time Mon-Fri, 9 : 00am-6 : 00pm (PHT)

Contract Type : Indefinite Contractor

Monthly Fee : Competitive, commensurate with experience

Start Date : Flexible (we’d love you to join soon)

About Us

Avvoka is a fast-growing legal technology scale-up specializing in document automation. Our platform helps law firms and in-house teams draft, negotiate, and manage contracts more efficiently. We’re trusted by leading global brands — from Magic Circle law firms like AO Shearman to global franchises like HBO. — and have supported everything from billion-dollar transactions to international franchise deals.

We’re growing quickly, evolving from a bootstrapped start-up to scale-up, with 60% growth in headcount and over 70% organic revenue growth in the past year - so come join us on building a culture that’s innovative, collaborative, and inclusive.

Who You Are

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Ruby on Rails Developer with the skills to become a foundational member of our engineering team in a new region. You are an organized, clear communicator with engineering lead or management experience, and you thrive working both independently and with remote teams. You’ll take full ownership of your projects, ensuring quality and efficiency, and bring a strong character to help stabilize and grow our presence locally. This role is ideal for someone who combines technical expertise with a high level of initiative and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Architecture

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance web applications using Ruby on Rails, adhering to best practices and high coding standards.
• Collaborate closely with remote teams, providing clear and proactive communication to align on project objectives and technical specifications.
• Lead development of core features, taking full responsibility for project execution, quality control, and deployment.

Leadership & Mentorship

Process & Collaboration

Market & Industry Expertise

Person Specification

The ideal candidate could have :

The desirable candidate could have :

In addition to the technical and professional skills, there are certain core attributes we value across all roles :

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway — you might be just the candidate we’re looking for.

Benefits

Why Join Us?

At Avvoka, you'll join a considerate, innovative & inclusive team every voice matters, and you'll be empowered to make a real impact. With ample opportunities for professional development, career progression, and a range of employee benefits, Avvoka is the place to grow your career while making a difference in the legal world.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity, committing to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, including those from underrepresented groups. We’re also happy to provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities during the application process.