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Senior Web Developer (Rails/Agile)

2008-06-19 13:23

Warning: this job ad is written by a member of our development team, not by HR…

weplay is a recently launched, well-funded startup focused on youth sports. We are looking for an expert-level Ruby on Rails web developer to join our close-knit, talented engineering team.

Here’s why you absolutely want to contact us:

Working on a team effectively applying agile practices (we use XP & Scrum) is incredibly satisfying.
Our style of pair programming and heavy collaboration is a great way to learn a ton in the process of building rock-solid, high-quality software.
The business team here is the most web-savvy, competent team ay of us have had the pleasure of working with in our careers.
Having pro athletes like Derek Jeter, Peyton Manning, LeBron James and Jennie Finch working with the company is fun.
We contribute to or maintain open source projects like Webrat, RSpec, Tracks, Rubinius, Rails, and more.
jQuery is cool.

This is a full-time position located in Manhattan’s Chelsea Market building. We’ve got you covered with an excellent compensation package including a stock option incentive plan.

If you’ve got the chops to contribute to a team like this, send us your resume and a code sample: techjobs@weplay.com. Seriously… this is the most fun, talented team we’ve every worked on—if you can make it even better, we want to talk to you.

Posted:: 6 months ago
Location:: New York, New York, United States
Keywords:: Ruby, agile, xp, sports

MySQL DBA

2008-06-04 18:22

We have DBAs now, but we need an additional one. We need someone who fell in love with MySQL many years ago and who became a MySQL DBA at least a few years ago.

You should have concrete experience administering and tuning MySQL databases for large MySQL implementations.

Location is not super important, but we prefer someone who lives in or will relocate to San Francisco. Solid spoken and written English is required, as you will sometimes be supporting customers via email, IRC , tickets, and telephone.

Benefits:

Health, Dental, Vision and Chiropractic Insurance coverage options for employees and employee spouses
Life Insurance
401(k) Matching
15 Days Paid Time Off per year (accrues bi-weekly)
7 Paid Holidays per year
Complimentary beverages and snacks at corporate headquarters
Comfortable and professional office atmosphere

To Apply:

1. Email your resume, in PDF format, to hr@engineyard.com 2. Call 866.518.9273, extension 199 3. Leave a brief message telling us a bit about yourself, and why you’d be a good fit

Posted By:: Leah Silber
Posted:: 7 months ago
Location:: Anywhere, United States
Keywords:: Ruby, dba, mysql

Sr. Ruby on Rails Developer

2008-05-30 18:01

Sr. Ruby on Rails Developer to 140k

Hello, I’m currently seeking a RoR super star, this is a full time work from home position with a private & profitable company.

We’re a virtual organization. We log in from our homes, a nearby office, one of our global office locations, or wherever we have an internet connection.

We’re an organization of developers and engineers who are excited about the ever-changing world of software and technology. Our passion is building the next generation of consumer and business applications. We don’t utilize the “factory” approach to software development, believing that coding is a creative process akin to an artistic endeavor. We also believe strongly in the benefits and sustainability of open source software and the philosophy behind it.

Our desire is to find and reward the best talent in the industry. As such, we do not set specific salary ranges for any position within our organization. Instead, we base salaries on the accomplishments of candidates as well as their salary history.

Seeking an adept web developer with a strong background in Ruby On Rails to work with our team in creating mission critical web applications. You’ll work on a leading social networking site with over 500,000 new users per month.

Bandwidth and software have finally reached the point where online collaboration online is as rich, or more-so, than in person. As such, we’ve begun building out the foundation for a new breed of distributed workplace.

Key Skills; RoR, MySQL, Linux Nice to have; MVC , CSS2, AJAX Must have; work samples, send URL .

Contact: JAnker@resourcetp.com

Posted:: 7 months ago
Location:: Virtual, Massachusetts, United States
Keywords:: telecommuting, RoR

Web Design / User Experience Expert

2008-05-29 00:26

Intridea is looking for a talented web designer / user experience expert to help bring sparkle and shine to our sites and products.

Required skills

keen attention to detail
ability to create cutting-edge designs
knowledge of web standards
strong background in CSS and XHTML

Preferred skills

some experience/exposure to Rails
experience in some of the following: Javascript, Flash, Flex

If you’re passionate about user-experience, web standards, and using the latest web technologies then we’d love to hear from you. You’ll join our team in developing cutting edge products for our clients as well as help with the development of internal products.

Posted By:: Chris Selmer
Posted:: 7 months ago
Location:: Telecommute / Anywhere, United States
Keywords:: web design, UX, Rails

Rails Developer.

2008-05-13 20:37

Our premier client in Manhattan is currently looking for a Ruby on Rails Developer. This is an exciting client and a great place to work. Our client is involved with emerging technologies for print-to-web, cutting edge online advertising, and world renowned content. Located near Times Square in the heart of mid-town Manhattan. They have easy access to the subway, PATH , Grand Central Station, Port Authority, the Ferry, and Penn Station.

Responsibilities Develops and maintains web page code for the company’s Internet websites, including editorial content database as well as other asset and client databases. Participates in meetings with internal customers, project managers, and other technology department staff to help establish product requirements and schedules. Perform other job related duties. Required Qualifications This position requires a wide range of technical knowledge, strong programming/scripting skills, W3C standards expertise, and interaction design ability. Must be able to translate business requirements into functional products and make good design decisions. Experience with Ruby on Rails, SQL , XML, XHTML , CSS, JavaScript, and content management systems are prerequisites and 3 years of experience in web development and information technology is required. Java and Publishing industry experience a plus. Additional Information: 1.) IDE – Development Environment. What have you done with this in ROR ’s 2.) Have you written GEM in ROR ’s 3.) SVN – Sub Version (Version Control Systems) What has your experience been with SVN ? This is a contract to hire position which will lead to full benefits including vacation, holidays (9), Medical, Dental, Vision, Dependent Care Savings, Health Savings Account, Wage Works, Life Insurance, Legal Assistance Plan, and Vacation Purchase Plan.

This is a long term contract position with a strong possibility of becoming a regular employee if the resource desires.

If interested please contact: Phil Longden Lead Recruiter Philip.longden@cdicorp.com 845-468-5726

Posted:: 7 months ago
Location:: New York, New York, United States
Keywords:: Rails, Ruby, NYC

Awesome Programmers

2008-05-01 13:48

We are hiring 3 Ruby on Rails programmers for our growing Washington DC team.

Details can be found here:

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/eng/652285431.html

or here:

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/eng/652317560.html

Great company, excellent pay and benefits. And all Ruby all the time!

Posted By:: Sean Stickle
Posted:: 8 months ago
Location:: McLean, Virginia, United States
Keywords:: ruby rails hacking