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Assembla is expanding again and seeks talented Ruby on Rails developers. We are looking for productive coders to drive our code forward with rails and javascript. You will work with other great developers on our distributed teams, building Assembla.com and other products for Web 2.0 startup companies. * Talented, highly productive developer, and a good object-oriented programmer * Understands Ruby and ready to work with Ruby on Rails * Experienced Web developer with a history of releasing dynamic applications. Must understand HTTP, HTML, CSS, and Web user interfaces * Javascript knowledge is very helpful * Written English skills * Can work independently. You should have experience designing and building a complete software product or application by yourself. * Understands how to work in a distributed, open source, or outsourced team with online ticketing and version control. You can work anywhere in the world and set your own hours. You should have a computer and a broadband Internet connection. We are looking for full-time, or part-time with more than 25 hours per week available. We want to work with the best, and create long term relationships. We will offer you some trial tasks, with advance payment, and learn to work together. If that goes well we will offer you a long-term contract. Please visit http://www.assembla.com/search/show_job/164 and click on APPLY TO THIS JOB. Upload a resume and include in your profile your hourly rate and your availability.

LinkedIn is looking for a seasoned engineer to lead the way in building a new generation of applications using Ruby on Rails. We need someone who writes semantic, expressive code *after* they've written tests which clearly define and demonstrate their intent. We need someone who can lead their peers by excellent example. We need someone who can beat 90% playing "Foreplay/Long Time" expert drums in Rock Band. If you've got the chops, we need *you*. You will work closely with the Product team to gather requirements and rapidly iterate on them as you manage new features and projects from idea to prototype to production. You will also evangelize the Rails framework to the rest of Engineering and ensure that it scales properly within our existing Java-based architecture. This is your opportunity to take your passion for Rails and build compelling applications using the largest professional networking platform in the world. Responsibilities: * Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Operations to define clear requirements, deliverables, and milestones for new projects * Design, test, develop, and deploy production-ready applications using Ruby on Rails * Actively investigate interesting new tools and techniques * Help build up a team of dedicated Rails engineers and seek out new projects for them from the rest of the organization * Mentor the rest of the engineering team in Ruby on Rails to enable our developers to innovate independently and rapidly build prototypes to demonstrate their ideas * Manage the Rails environment including developing Capistrano recipes for deployment, auditing gems, and working with Operations to provide the needed hardware and software for a scalable Rails production environment * Coordinate with the Platform team to ensure the necessary LinkedIn services are exposed in our Rails environment Requirements: * 7 years experience building web applications in a production environment * 4 years experience writing and maintaining code in an interpreted language such as Ruby, Perl, PHP, Python, etc. * 1 year experience developing in the Rails framework * Demonstrated ability to lead a group of engineers through the completion of all phases of a major project * Ability to effectively interact with product managers and other organizational units such as QA and Operations * Strong understanding of the server side software, scalability, performance and reliability aspects * Ability to work in a fast paced, test-driven collaborative and iterative programming environment * Proven aptitude developing applications leveraging XML/JSON based RESTful/SOAP APIs. * Understanding of cross-site scripting (XSS) and other client-side vulnerabilities. * Solid understanding of a product development lifecycle * M.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Our Fortune 500 client on Long Island (45 min. drive from NYC) has retained our services to find two Ruby on Rails Developers that also have SQL experience. One consultant, and one full time employee. The consultant job length is 3 months or longer.

CollegeWikis is a growing web destination that's funded by proven, well-respected investors on both coasts. We need fresh talent to round out our engineering team. We're looking for A players -- people who are hungry to create a great product, unafraid to try new things, and generally willing to think not just outside, but beyond the box. Our ideal candidates are first and foremost smart thinkers and smarter do-ers. They are people who: * can work in a team environment * are self-motivated * can communicate their ideas and their knowledge well * enjoy working in a more free-form environment They have experience with: * Dynamic languages, like Ruby, Python, or Javascript, is a must. * AJAX and related technologies is highly desirable * HTML and CSS is a huge plus. If you think you're up for the challenge of getting in on the ground floor of a fast-moving product with millions of page views per month, we'd love to hear from you! CollegeWikis sorts the world's information by network. We are a mix of the best things about Facebook (network-based relevance) and Yahoo Answers (information), and are incorporating the familiarity and goodwill that users have towards wikipedia with the content-creation power of "answers" (which yahoo, LinkedIn, Amazon, eBay, AOL, etc are now doing), while infusing the virality of e-mail and groups. CollegeWikis has gained excellent traction since launching in April, 07 and is funded by proven, well-respected investors on both coasts. We're looking for a Engineers and Developers to join our development team.

Short version: We’re looking for people who can (and love to) develop elegant web applications using Ruby on Rails. What you’ll be doing: You’ll be a cherished member of one or more small, focused teams building web apps that aim to delight (while actually being useful). What we’re looking for: a yearnin' to build great things, take ownership, and share credit. Working examples of applications for which you played a significant part in shaping (and most definitely yes, that includes open source work) An ability to communicate really well with other team members & non-techies Solid working knowledge of: Both the Ruby language and the Rails framework RESTfulness – how to build and use APIs using REST SCMs, specifically Mercurial (Hg) and Subversion Capistrano (and deployment in general) Would be nice, too: Agile methods, like Scrum, XP, aspects of Getting Real (37s), etc. OpenID and related technologies Real-world, judicious use of AJAX Javascript-Fu Flash, Flex, and Honey-baked Ham Crafting standards-compliant and clean XHTML and CSS Creativity (music, writing, quilting...) About us: DLI is a NYC-based business (located on the Northern edge of the Financial District) that develops and delivers Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) products both for ourselves and select clients. We’ve got a slew of projects and apps in the ‘Labs now and on the horizon. We’re also awfully deep into the online media world. Scribemedia is the media development and strategy arm of DLI. Maybe you’ve already enjoyed some of our wicked cool productions and pithy commentary? We’re open to working with freelancers local to NYC. You will be working in-office initially. Note that we pay reliably and are accustomed to (and spoiled by) working with some of the best. About you: Send us your contact info, pointers to stuff you’ve done (code samples would be nice), and anything else you can think of that’d help us figure out if we should work together.

Innovative social application and online lead generation company is looking for a Sr. Ruby on Rails web developer for its next generation social web applications. Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain dynamic website using Ruby on Rails, JavaScript/DHTML, and SQL database interaction - Develop server-side scripting with complex database interactions using Ruby on Rails, PHP and SQL - Interacting with 3rd party Web Services - Develop architecture for 2nd phase expansion of our product Mediagistics is a leading lead-generation and social web application company. We're located in the Philadelphia region and also are opening offices in San Francisco. Required Skills: Ideal candidate would have the following characteristics: - 3+ years work experience with web development in-depth understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript. - 3+ years hands-on experience with server-side web development using PHP to interact with SQL databases. - Funny, smart, and super productive. Desired Skills: Candidates that will get special consideration will have: - A strong online resume of proven work. - Bachelor�s degree in computer science or related field. - Prior experience programming in a team environment.

LinkedIn is looking for an experienced engineer to help build a new generation of applications using Ruby on Rails. We're seeking someone who's faster than a speeding fb:ref, stronger than a mongrel pack, and able to leap tall test suites without a single FAIL. Are you the superhero who can save us? You will work closely with the Product team to gather requirements and rapidly iterate on them as you manage new features and projects from idea to prototype to production. You will also evangelize the Rails framework to the rest of Engineering and ensure that it scales properly within our existing Java-based architecture. This is your opportunity to take your passion for Rails and build compelling applications using the largest professional networking platform in the world. Responsibilities: * Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Operations to define clear requirements, deliverables, and milestones for new projects * Design, test, develop, and deploy production-ready applications using Ruby on Rails * Actively investigate interesting new tools and techniques * Manage the Rails environment including developing Capistrano recipes for deployment, auditing gems, and working with Operations to provide the needed hardware and software for a scalable Rails production environment * Coordinate with the Platform team to ensure the necessary LinkedIn services are exposed in our Rails environment Requirements: * 4 years experience building web applications in a production environment * 3 years experience writing and maintaining code in an interpreted language such as Ruby, Perl, PHP, Python, etc. * 1 year experience developing in the Rails framework * Demonstrated ability to complete all phases of a major project * Ability to effectively interact with product managers and other organizational units such as QA and Operations * Understanding of the server side software, scalability, performance and reliability aspects * Ability to work in a fast paced, test-driven collaborative and iterative programming environment * Experience developing applications leveraging XML/JSON based RESTful/SOAP APIs. * Experience developing applications on web application platforms such as Google App Engine, Facebook, or OpenSocial is a strong plus. * Understanding of cross-site scripting (XSS) and other client-side vulnerabilities. * Understanding of a product development lifecycle * B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience

We're looking for a skilled developer with a strong foundation in software architecture and a passion for developing web-based applications. As an engineer in the Nextpoint Lab, you'll be working with a talented and creative team on our evidence management platform. You'll have the opportunity to work with a number of technologies including Ruby, Rails, Merb, AWS, and whatever else the future brings. Candidates with experience in other languages and environments but a desire to transition to something new are more than welcome. We're located in downtown Madison, overlooking Lake Monona. We have an open environment and value good communication and creative contribution. Desired Qualifications: * CS graduate, or professional experience * Demonstrated expertise in web-development * Passion for creating new products * Desire to learn new things Learn more about us: Nextpoint site: http://nextpoint.com Our flagship product: http://trialmanager.com Our product blog: http://nextpointlab.wordpress.com Nextpoint blog: http://nextpoint.wordpress.com/

Required: 1+ year Linux experience; 1+ year Ruby experience, or 2+ year Perl / Pyhton / Tcl and willing to learn Ruby; 1+ year dynamic web site development experience; 1+ year RDBMS experience. Desired: Bioinformatics or biology background; familiarity with genome and sequence data. Plus: Experience in GNU development environment, FOSS development and deployment, programing in C and functional languages such as Scheme and LISP, and data analysis using R.

RedPost, a fast-growing startup software company, is seeking developers to help build RedPost's next generation, standards-based Ruby on Rails app. Located in the small, creative town of Goshen, Indiana (www.cityonthego.org), a low cost of living (you can buy a house!), high quality of life, and two hour drive to Chicago make it an ideal location to live and work. Required: - Graduate of a 4-year college or university - Experience with web application development (SQL/PHP/.NET/RoR) - Mastery of HTML/CSS/AJAX - Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment - Creative problem-solving skills - Ability to work in a team environment Additionally desired: - Agile development knowledge/experience - Ruby on Rails experience - Graphic/art/UI design - Linux/sysadmin/open source experience - Web services API experience Location: Goshen, Ind. Compensation: Negotiable Benefits: Full To apply, submit your resume and a sample of your work (or link) to jobs@theredpost.com.

We are currently hiring Competent to Strong Ruby Developers. We offer a fun, expressive, innovative and growing environment and we work on some of the leading edge technology currently going on in today’s technical world. Our staff do what they love and love what they do. They also care about each other: While each person has a particular role, the staff also works together to support the vision of our leadership. We are looking for a few great people that have more than just knowledge of Ruby, we are looking for people that have real work experience with Ruby Technology and the will and desire to learn and succeed in their career. Job Title: Software Developer The candidate will design, develop, test, document and enhance/support our business applications. Job Requirements: * Strong knowledge of Ruby and Java. * Knowledge of Perl or Python scripting languages. * Knowledge of multithreading and socket programming. * Working experience in UNIX-like Operating Systems (Linux, Solaris). * Experience developing and utilizing web services. * Knowledge in Unit Test Automation. * Excellent communication skills (listening, oral, written). * Ability to work under high pressure and in a fast-paced development environment. * Ability to support applications in production * BA/BS Computer Science or related field * 7-12 years experience Benefits and Perks: * Medical, dental and vision plans * 401(k) plan * Stock Options * Complimentary $100/month food credit * Dry cleaning and laundry service onsite * Employee shuttle to and from various locations * Onsite full service Gym * Onsite Game Room (in the not too distant future)

We are a rapidly growing Palo Alto company looking for rails developers. We work with leading businesses to radically improve their hiring processes through the use of proprietary aptitude and knowledge tests. We're seeing fantastic response from client companies and we need to grow our team immediately to expand what we can provide them. We need 1 Ruby on Rails Lead Developer * 1-2 years of experience developing production, customer facing R on R sites * Ruby Expert * Rails Expert (deep knowledge of Rails open source code & experience modifying it) * Experience defining coding, testing, and build/release standards for R on R projects * 75% of time will be spent as coder, 25% of time will be spent as coach to other team members We are also looking for 1 Ruby on Rails Developer * Experience using R on R to develop production, customer facing sites * Intermediate ruby knowledge * Strong knowledge of how to use Rails, but not necessarily how it is built PAC provides: * An open, team based atmosphere * An entrepreneurial opportunity with the ability to take on additional responsibilities and fast track your career * A fast paced multi-tasking environment * An opportunity to work with very smart, and fun people * A casual dress environment * Competitive salary and equity participation * Benefits – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, vacation, holidays

We are a VC backed startup in Midtown Manhattan. We are in the early stages of building a communications 'exchange' platform which allows people to very simply and privately exchange bits across/between any digial platform, but primarily http, email, and phone/mobile – the platform’s broad use spans everything from private sharing of pictures and videos with friends, to agency presentation and workflow, and small business collaboration… An early production version of the product is live and is used by thousands of people a day. Experience: * Extensive Ruby and/or AJAX experience 2+ years post college * Some exposure to Javascript and Flash Skills and Important Characteristics: * Abiltiy to wear many hats * Ability to develop functionality ideas on top of executing code * An interest in learning and the raw horsepower to do amazing stuff * A willingness to be a bit contrarian a definite plus

We're looking for savvy technologists who can share in our vision of creating a robust platform that weaves together the best elements of e-mail, calendaring, blogging and file sharing for a mass-market audience. We need people who can not only implement code in half the time of a normal programmer, but also thrive in a dynamic and creative environment that prefers original ideas and innovative thinking to advanced degrees and verbose job titles. You'll be joining a team of seasoned entrepreneurs and engineers as a core member of a young, growing enterprise committed to rapid innovation and Agile development techniques. Ruby-on-Rails developer candidates must have: * Strong experience in one or more of the following areas * Ruby * Java * Javascript/CSS * Experience with internet web and email protocols (HTTP, IMAP, POP, SMTP) * Experience with databases (mySQL preferred) We would like you to have: * Experience with large scale server applications * An understanding of AJAX techniques * Experience designing consumer-friendly user interfaces * A fondness for short development iterations, clean and concise code, and working at a company where you have fun and enjoy what you do

Intraware is currently seeking a Ruby on Rails Developer to develop and support our sports-centric social network platform, www.zathlete.com. Areas of Responsibility: * - Design and develop significant new features as well as frequent ongoing improvements. * - Work independently and in a team environment discussing, defining and designing the future of the product * - Ensure the stability, scalability, and robustness of our site Requirements: * - Proven track record developing scalable and robust cross browser web applications. * - Extensive experience with Ruby on Rails, its ecosystem of gems, and Web 2.0 technologies such as AJAX, Javascript, and CSS. * - Bachelors degree in Computer Science (or a related field) or prior work experience that is applicable to the position. * - Exceptional character, self-motivated, honest, entrepeneurial spirit, team-oriented, with a strong sense of accountability * - Experience with Flash/Flex/Actionscript, Apache webserver, Linux, webservices, XML and mysql database is a plus