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New Delhi, India, 3x Sr Ruby on Rails programmers with Rails Delhi (undisclosed)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:11:06 +0000

We are looking for multiple talented Senior Web Developers with a history of commercial product & consumer-oriented web application design and high-end development and exposure to the full project life cycle. The successful candidate must have a excellent working knowledge of software design patterns, best practices followed in development cycle, a clear understanding of web and system security issues and designing for best application performance & scalability.
Candidate having clear understanding of the agile software development cycle and latest web standards would be preferred. Successful candidate should be also a very ardent follower of TDD (Test Driven Development) and BDD (Behavior Driven Development) based software development.
Successful candidate should also be able to work with disparate geo-located team members in collaboration and co-ordination.
Candidates with working experience on Mac & OSX environment based tools would be also preferable.

Responsibilities

• Commercial product & consumer-oriented website application design and development
• Following the Agile web development practices and best practices in software development.
• Preparing functional and technical specifications in collaboration with the Project Owner. Also participate in software architecture.
• Working on innovative and challenging modules & tasks and also helping team members with the same.
• Helping with solving challenging technical problems & proving innovative , out-of-box solutions.
• Working closely with Project Owner to make sure modules & tasks are completed in time frame.
• Participating in team meetings when appropriate and be able to discuss technical issues in a clear and positive way to non-technical audiences.
• Providing technical leadership to the team and working to help improve the development practices & standard of the team.
• Keeping fully abreast of latest thinking in all areas of web development with specific emphasis on Ruby on Rails related technologies.

Essential requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or similar area of study is preferred. MCA, BE/B.TECH, PGDCA, Msc IT are also preferred.
• Outstanding knowledge and understanding of Ruby on Rails (as Framework), Ruby (as language), MySQL
• Clear understanding of JQuery, AJAX and other Javascript libraries
• Ability to follow best TDD and BDD practices
• Using Git Version control system
• Clean sheet Relational Database Design together with very good SQL skills
• Excellent HTML and CSS ability. Should be independently be able to make modification without external help
• Experience of in integration of and working with external web services like Twitter, Flickr, Facebook, SMS Web services, etc
• Experience of various payment gateways
• Excellent communication skills and should have the correct attitude to work in a large & diverse team
• Ability to work quickly, to tight deadlines and under pressure. Also should be very flexible to sudden changes in requirements/specs and should be easily adaptable.
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Fluent in English (spoken & written)
• Experience working directly with foreign clients/colleagues in a highly professional manner
• Educational software domain background preferred
• Sense of humor! (Yes, we need people who enjoy software development and are passionate about it)

Experience of the following would be a distinct advantage
• Testing ability, preferably in using Shoulda (Unit & Functional testing) along with Factory Girl, Cucumber, Web Rat, RSpec
• Clear understanding of TDD & BDD best practices
• Experience in Software Deployment and Server maintenance using tools/scripts like Capistrano, Passenger, Continuous Integration Server, etc
• Experience with various site monitoring tools
• Experience in Plugin and gem creation
• Experience in working scalability issue related to Ruby on Rails framework
• Working experience on Mac & OSX environment based tools like TextMate, etc
• Working with various communication & project management tools like iChat, Skype, Skitch, Jing, Pivotal Tracker, Lighthouse, etc
• Attitude & interest to work on open source and rails community based projects
• Active participant in Rails community and ardent technical blogger/ open source evangelist

Madrid, Spain, Ruby/Rails developer Madrid with Just Landed

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:09:52 +0000

We need a talented teamplayer who understands and is proficient in the development of web applications for www.justlanded.com

If you are looking for a challenge and the opportunity to work on projects which will get in front of our 2 million visitors per month we want to talk to you.

Basic requirements: high level of capability with HTML, JavaScript & CSS is a must. You should have a good level of proficiency in reading English. Fluency in spoken English is an advantage, but the minimum requirement is a medium level. Spanish knowledge is not a requirement.

Programming skills: hands-on Ruby/Rails experience and/or broad experience with one or more other high-level programming languages. You should have a broad knowledge of programming concepts (classes, inheritance, coding practices, etc) and be capable of producing high-quality functional, maintainable and logical code.

Desired skills - Application stack: You should be comfortable in a command-line Linux/*NIX environment and understand development processes (e.g. SVN/source control, IDEs, etc). Decent SQL and grasp of databases is a help, especially when this impacts on scalability.

If you’re interested, send CV and links to projects online with a description of what you did to jobs2007@justlanded.com.

Geneva, Switzerland, Chief Architect | Ruby on Rails with Fairtilizer

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:50:53 +0000

Fairtilizer is looking to fulfill a key position in its team to build the future of the music industry.
The perfect candidate is a visionnary technologist, is a mentor for the dev team, is passionate about delivering high quality products, and is a music lover.

Should be based in the nice city of Geneva or ready to spend a few months this Winter/Spring (Snowboarding is a plus).

Daily tasks include :
- managing the development / QA / deployment processes
- planning and setting up the technical platform's operations and scaling
- monitoring load factors and reacting proactively
- checking all incoming code and keeping the build clean and fully tested
- identifying performance bottlenecks, testing solutions and measuring their impact
- coordinating with the music team on technology impact of business decisions

San Francisco, CA, United States, Ruby on Rails Developer with Arch Rock Corporation

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:49:28 +0000

Imagine that you’re collecting and storing real-time streams of detailed energy and environmental data about every part of a building. How would you integrate this data into an easy-to-use web portal with intuitive workflow and rich analysis that helps people reduce and optimize energy consumption in their buildings without sacrificing productivity and comfort? Arch Rock is looking for a passionate user-centered developer to build, extend, and refine our web-based energy portal.

Required Qualifications:
• Experience with Ruby on Rails required.
• Experience with web development (HTTP, HTML, CSS, AJAX, Javascript).
• Skilled at requirements gathering, user testing, and feature definition.
• Good sense of design when going from requirements to implementation.
• Strong ability to add "polish" and deliver complete and usable systems.
• B.S. in Computer Science, HCI, or 3+ years of development experience preferred.
• Experience in growing large-scale and data-intensive Rails infrastructure a plus.

Benefits:
• Competitive salary and stock options
• Excellent healthcare benefits including medical, dental and vision plus flexible spending accounts (We even offer discounts on pet insurance!)
• 401(k)
• Perks usually only available at Fortune 500 companies such as shopping and travel discounts at over 25,000 merchants
• Sunny SOMA location in San Francisco with convenient access to BART, Caltrain and MUNI
• Best of all, you’ll work with a fun, talented team that encourages creative thinking and rapid development.

Please, candidates only. No recruiters or phone calls please.

Chicago, IL, United States, Full time rails developer with CaptainU

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:23:55 +0000

We’re growing quickly and hiring our first full time developer who will work directly with our cto.

You: This is a great opportunity for a committed developer to learn and work with a growing, Rails based startup.

Location: You would work with us at our office at the Booth business school in Hyde park at the University of Chicago.

Time: 40+ hours/ week

Role:
Fix bugs
Basic rails app maintenance tasks
Ubuntu sysadmin stuff
Develop features
Scale app

Our Stack:
Slicehost
Ubuntu
Mysql
Rails
Tons of Cucumber tests
Pivotal tracker
Hoptoad
Paper and pencil
Lean startup methods

To apply:

Please send an e-mail to mischa@captainu.com with:

1) Your Github URL

2) An answer to any rubyquiz question, with tests (ideally in cucumber)

3) Briefly describe a coding challenge that you have solved on your own that required a ton of perseverance, code reading, debugging and googling. What was the problem, why was it hard for you and how did you solve it.

4) What are your salary expectations and why.

Melbourne/Victoria, Australia, Work at Home - System Tester with Paper Friendly Pty Ltd

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:25:47 +0000

Paper Friendly Pty Ltd a reputable provider of IT systems for the childcare industry in Australia is currently looking for a tester to analyse the likely cause of, and trends in, issues highlighted during testing to identify problem areas, reduce errors and report errors back to development team.

Qualifications:

• Must have sound knowledge and experience of IT systems
• Must be highly experienced in system testing and loves doing it
• Must have thorough knowledge of structured test methods and processes
• Must have access to automated tools necessary to test adequately
• Must have excellent analytical skills.
• Must have excellent problem solving skills and a proven ability to use own initiative.
• Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must have excellent English communication skills
• Must be available to work for 12 to 15 hours a week

Excellent benefits await the right candidate.
If interested please send you resume and cover letter to jobs@hubworks.com.au

12-15 hours p/w) (Max $8 per hour)
(Permanent)

Melbourne/Victoria, Australia, Work at Home - Helpdesk Associate with Paper Friendly Pty Ltd

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:23:10 +0000

Work at Home - Helpdesk Associate

Paper Friendly Pty Ltd a reputable provider of IT systems for the childcare industry in Australia is currently looking for skilled IT Helpdesk people who can operate Web Based databases.

Qualifications:
• Must have experience in IT.
• Must have related experience and training
• Can easily identify errors and escalate situations requiring urgent attention
• Must have excellent English communication skills
• Must have knowledge and experience of customer service practices
• Must be a fast learner, be very attentive to details, responsive, and has the ability to multi task.
• Knows how to troubleshoot problems and advise on the appropriate action

Excellent benefits await the right candidate.

If interested please send you resume and cover letter to works@hubworks.com.au
20-25 hours p/w) (Max $5 per hour) (Permanent)

Melbourne/Victoria, Australia, Work at Home - IT Developers with extensive Ruby On Rails programming experience with Paper Friendly Pty Ltd

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:19:25 +0000

Work at Home - IT Developers with extensive Ruby On Rails programming experience

Paper Friendly Pty Ltd a reputable provider of IT systems for the childcare industry in Australia is currently looking for IT developers to start working on some of our product lines.

Very exciting position for individual or team wanting to be involved with an excellent Web 2.0 app.

Qualifications:

• Must have minimum of 3 years experience in Ruby On Rails programming language.
• Must have minimum of 3 years experience working in web applications.
• Advantage to have experience scaling applications.
• Writes clean code, structured code.
• Has experience unit testing their own work.
• Can easily recognize system deficiencies and suggest areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions.
• Must have excellent English communication skills
• Must be available to work for 30-40 hours a week.

If you’ve worked for Twitter, 37 Signals, Metalab, Linked In or other Ruby Apps, we want to talk to you!!
Excellent benefits await the right candidate.

If interested please send your resume and cover letter to works@hubworks.com.au

$25/hour 40 hours a week

Melbourne/Victoria, Australia, Work at Home - Bookkeeper/Accountant with Paper Friendly Pty Ltd

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:12:03 +0000

Work at Home - Bookkeeper/Accountant
Paper Friendly Pty Ltd a reputable provider of IT systems for the childcare industry in Australia is currently looking for a bookkeeper/accountant to manage its financial records and track financial activities.

Qualifications:
• Must have bookkeeping/accounting experience.
• Must be able to work from web based accounting programs such as Free Agent.
• Must be located in Australia.
• Must be available to work for 20 to 25 hours a week.

Excellent benefits await the right candidate.

If interested please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@hubworks.com.au
20-25 hoursp/w) (Max $10-$15 per hour) (Permanent)

Melbourne/Victoria, Australia, Work at Home - IT Project Manager with Paper Friendly Pty Ltd

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:08:21 +0000

Work at Home - IT Project Manager

Paper Friendly Pty Ltd, a reputable provider of IT systems for the childcare industry in Australia is currently looking for an IT Project Manager to lead its team of remote Ruby On Rails developers.
The IT Project Manager will be responsible in creating and implementing project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. He/she will keep project team well organised and challenged to meet the product outcomes.
An exciting position for somebody wanting a career move.
Qualifications:
• Must be well versed in Project Management.
• Experience with scaling web applications a strong advantage.
• Must be able to lead teams from diverse locations, with diverse skill levels and communication skills keeping in mind the company objectives.
• Must be able to focus on Project Management, while directing and sorting Development needs.
• Must be able to suggest areas for improvement in processes along with solutions.
• Must be able to resolve and/or escalate issues efficiently.
• Must be able to effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors through engaging, informative and well organized presentations.
• Must be able to select excellent resources to assist the Project Management role, from Tech Lead, Sys Admin and Developers.
• Must have excellent English communication skills
• Knows how to challenge others to develop as supervisory leaders while serving as a role model and mentor.
• Must be available to work for 20 to 25 hours a week permanently.
• Must have good experience in Ruby On Rails programming language.

Excellent benefits await the right candidate.

If interested please send you resume and cover letter to work@hubworks.com.au
(20-25 hours p/w) (Max $25 per hour) (6-12
months)

Ann Arbor, MI (Telecommuting possible), United States, RoR Spree eCommerce Contractor with MetaSpring

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:12:30 +0000

We are looking for a Ruby on Rails contractor to help us with a Spree eCommerce application. This would be full time (40 hrs a week) for at least the next two months. The app uses JQuery, and knowledge of RSpec & BDD would be very helpful.

I have also outlined a few questions to get things started.

* What project do you feel best represents your skills as a programmer
* What is your availability? (Hours of work per week)
* How comfortable are you with PHP? Have you worked with CMS systems such as Drupal, Joomla ETC?

Are you familiar with the following:

* RSpec
* JQuery
* MYSQL
* MVC Development in general
* Ruby best coding practices

Canada, Canada, HARDCORE RUBY ON RAILS DEVELOPER with Dream Staffing

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 15:17:20 +0000

We are searching for freelance Ruby on Rails Developers to work on several staffing projects:

- Solid Ruby on Rails experience
- Significant object-oriented programming experience
- Web 2.0 Experience
- Ajax, JavaScript, JQuery, Prototype, HTML, CSS
- Use of source control tools
- Strong background with Databases such as MySQL including Database optimization, drawn an ERD, etc.
- Able to work under Windows/Linux
- Experience working in an Agile environment
- Creative and able to work in fast-paced environment
- Exceptional communication skills
- Highly committed
- Passion for programming

We will have many future projects for the right person. To apply, please send you resume to hr@dreamstaffing.com

Austin, TX, United States, ROR Jr Programmer with Hire Better

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:00:49 +0000

Ruby on Rails Programmer - Junior
Our client, based in Austin, TX, is looking for a Ruby on Rails Programmer to join their dynamic team of experienced programmers. As a Ruby on Rails Programmer, you will perform a critical role in designing and building code for our top-secret, cutting edge suite of products. Your top-quality ROR programming skills and your ability to be flexible, highly independent and an excellent team player will make your contribution to our company significant.
Responsibilities
• Design, build and maintain Ruby On Rails code for a consumer web service
• Deploy on Amazon Web Services including EC2, S3, SQS
• Implementation of upgrades, patches, code releases, and database changes
• Produce high quality, well-documented code
• Be part of a team and create a culture that attracts the best of the best
• Use the product yourself and help make it better

Requirements
• BS or equivalent experience
• At least one year Ruby On Rails experience
• Ability to work in an Agile, Scrum & XP environment
• Good understanding of HTML, CSS and AJAX
• Good understanding of Internet protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP, POP, IMAP, MIME
• Good understanding of Web-based technology as it relates to the web-hosted model of software delivery
• Hands-on experience working with a MySQL or SQL Server database, SQL programming
• Excellent organization and communication skills

To Apply: please send your resume as a Word or PDF to 50651@resumereviewteam.com. No phone calls, please. Candidates local to Austin, TX will be considered first. We’ll ask you to complete a small technical project upon receipt of your application.

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Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:19:07 +0000

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