Ruby Roost
Production Rails engineering,
when you need it.
Ruby Roost delivers senior-level Rails work — performance, security, and architecture — scoped to your project.
Retainer Plans
Flat monthly pricing. No hourly rate surprises. Starts with a 3-month trial, then renews quarterly. Semi-annual and annual commitments available at a discount.
Starter
Solid Rails care for smaller apps.
$5,000/month
- ✓Codebase up to ~20,000 lines
- ✓Gem and Rails version upgrades
- ✓Security patching
- ✓Uptime monitoring and alerts
- ✓Monthly health report
- ✓Email support (next business day)
3-month trial · renews quarterly
Get StartedGrowth
For apps that are growing and need more.
$10,000/month
- ✓Codebase up to ~60,000 lines
- ✓Everything in Starter
- ✓CI/CD pipeline setup and maintenance
- ✓Custom infrastructure support
- ✓Performance audits
- ✓Bi-weekly strategy calls
- ✓Priority email support
3-month trial · renews quarterly
Get StartedPartner
Full-stack partnership for serious teams.
Let's talk
- ✓Codebase of any size
- ✓Everything in Growth
- ✓AI/ML feature integration
- ✓Multi-environment DevOps
- ✓Weekend emergency support
- ✓Dedicated Slack channel
- ✓Monthly roadmap planning
Not ready for a retainer?
Project-Based Work
One-off engagements for audits, migrations, upgrades, and builds. Fixed scope, milestone-based billing. Rates vary by scope — get in touch for an estimate.
Services
From a quick audit to a full build, here's what we can help with.
Greenfield Rails Builds
Need an API or full application built from scratch? We scope, architect, and ship production-ready Rails apps.
Rails Upgrades
Stuck on an old Rails version? We handle the upgrade path — dependencies, deprecations, and tests — so you stay current without the risk.
Security Review
We audit your Rails app for common vulnerabilities, misconfigured auth, exposed secrets, and OWASP top-10 risks, then deliver a prioritized remediation plan.
Performance Reviews
Slow queries, N+1s, memory bloat. We profile your app end-to-end, identify the bottlenecks, and fix them with measurable before/after benchmarks.
Cloud Migrations
Moving from bare metal, Heroku, or a legacy host to AWS, GCP, or Fly.io? We plan and execute zero-downtime migrations with full rollback coverage.
Mobile Apps
Need a mobile front-end for your Rails API? We build React Native apps that connect cleanly to your existing backend without a rewrite.
AI/ML Integration
Already have a Rails app and want to add AI features? We integrate LLMs, vector search, and ML pipelines into existing codebases.
Infrastructure & DevOps
CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and observability. We set it up so your team doesn't have to think about it.
Not sure where to start?
Tell us what you're working on. We'll let you know if it's a good fit and what it would take.
Let's Scope ItWho This Is For
Startups
You're moving fast and need senior Rails engineering on call without committing to full-time salaries. We keep the app stable while your team focuses on the product.
SMBs
You have a Rails app that runs your business, but no one in-house who really owns it. We take care of upgrades, security, and performance so you can stop worrying about it.
Agencies
You need a reliable senior Rails team to extend your capacity or handle overflow. We work clean, communicate clearly, and don't need hand-holding.
Common Questions
What's your typical response time?
For retainer clients, we respond to non-emergency issues within one business day. Growth and Partner clients get same-day responses during business hours.
Do you work with frameworks other than Rails?
Rails is our primary focus. We also work in Python and can integrate AI/ML services into existing apps regardless of stack — but if you're looking for a Node or Laravel specialist, we're not the right fit.
How do contracts work?
Retainers start with a 3-month trial, then renew quarterly. Semi-annual and annual commitments are available at a discount. Project work is scoped upfront with milestone-based billing. No surprise invoices.
Can I upgrade or downgrade my plan?
Yes. Give us 30 days notice and we'll adjust. Upgrades can happen immediately if capacity allows.
What if I just have a one-off project?
That's what the project-based work section is for. Get in touch with a description of what you need and we'll let you know if it's a good fit.
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