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Topic: Contracts and Jobs / Ruby on Rails Developer

Ruby on Rails

Development Experience
-RubyGems, packages, plugins
-Experience with editors such as TextMate or RadRails could be useful

Other web development experience
-Web application development, HTML/DHTL, XHTML, CSS, AJAX, LAMP, Apache, MySQL, and PHP

Responsibilities
-Develope and implement Ruby on Rails Software applications
-Assume and lead a small development team of both internal and external resources
-ID risks and dependencies within the schedule and cross-group feature areas
-Define/lead group coding standards
-Use Test Driven Development
-Design/ Code a robust and scalable Web based toolset
-Utilize pair programming paradigm
-Make appropriate design and implementation trade-offs
-Research/Implement new tools and technology
-Debug existing code
-Deliver product on time

E-Mail Contact: alombardi at kforce.com
Work Phone: (404) 459-2228

Topic: Contracts and Jobs / community/content management platform - full time perm

We’re building a new community / content management platform from the
ground up in RoR and are looking for two more engineers to join our
team full-time. Take a look at our corporate site http://www.hannonhill.com and please contact me for me information.

Thanks!
David Cummings
CEO
Hannon Hill Corporation

Topic: Contracts and Jobs / Facebook app startup

I’ve got a friend looking for someone to work with a startup doing a facebook app using paypal or amazon micro payments.  Contact me if you’re interested.

Topic: Contracts and Jobs / Ruby on Rails Developer - Downtown Atlanta

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) is the leading source, both in print and online of news, information and advertising for the metropolitan area. One of the largest media companies in the Southeast; the AJC is committed to excellence in all that we do.

The AJC Internet Technologies Group is seeking a Web Developer II familiar in both Ruby and Ruby on Rails to join our agile Web development team.

Ideal candidates should bring a strong knowledge of Ruby, Ruby on Rails, MySQL and other key Web technologies: PHP, Linux/Unix, AJAX, JavaScript, etc.


Key Responsibilities:  Create Web applications focused on search and display of data using the Ruby on Rails framework, backed by a MySQL database. Work with other developers or on their own, and will interact with designers, usability experts and project champions. Share knowledge and experience with the rest of the Online Development Team both informally and formally by teaching Cox Academy classes. Contribute to product conceptualization and design. Provide second tier support and troubleshooting for applications built by the team.


Qualifications:  1-2 years of Ruby experience; 4-5 years PHP experience. Experience with the Ruby on Rails framework or products built with Ruby. Strong dedication to Web standards and Web development best practices. Self-learner and self-starter. Passionate about building great Web sites. Knowledge about, and a deep understanding of the Web and CMS systems. Good communication and coordination skills. Knowledge of the newspaper/media business a plus. B.S. Degree in CS or related technical programs/disciplines


The Atlanta Journal-Constitution offers the right candidate an excellent compensation package and the opportunity to grow with one of the country’s most highly regarded media companies.

Qualified candidates please reference position being applied for in subject line, and forward resume and cover letter to:  ajc.com

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Employer

Topic: Contracts and Jobs / Web Developer - Ruby

Web Programmer
Description
• Key consultant on Ruby based projects including programming of new website components
• Identify methods to improve efficiency via optimizing database procedures and structure
• Develop and maintain database structures for new product verticals
• Manage technology relationships with layout optimization vendors and third party field verifiers
• Code efficient database procedures and create schema diagrams
• Attend status meetings with offshore management teams
• Perform updates and maintenance of administrative sites
• Work with a team programming the front end and back end for multiple projects
• Perform database queries to supplement for auditing performance of web analytic tools
• Work with business and IT teams to define reporting objectives, project success metrics, and system metrics and design reports to meet those objectives

Required Skills:
• Expert knowledge of Ruby and XML
• Expert knowledge of MySQL, MS-SQL, and PostgreSQL
• Expert knowledge in PHP is a plus
• Experience in web development with exposure to HTML and Javascript
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Able to breakdown high level reporting objectives into its underlying data requirements
• Background in math, computer science, or similar quantitative skills
• Experience with repositories, namely SVN is a plus
Compensation $60,000 – $100,000 based on experience. Please send resumes to Joshua Odmark at josh”at”simplyideas.com.

Topic: Contracts and Jobs / Ruby Developer Needed!

Our client is currently searching for an experienced and talented Software Engineer. The successful candidate will participate in the maintenance and development of the centralized router management & configuration software and associated databases. The candidate is also expected to contribute to other projects, including a variety of web and CLI tools. An interest in RIA and Ruby is a plus.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: design, coding,
and documentation of new and existing components including
web based applications.

Analysis/Design/Coding 40%
Maintenance 40%
Documentation 20%

4+ years Perl, 2+ years Ruby/Rail, OOD (Mandatory)
2+ years experience with Databases – Postgresql, etc. (Mandatory)
1+ years experience with Unix/Linux tools (High Desired)
Intermediate networking knowledge, including BGP (Highly Desired)
Router configuration (Desired)
Ruby & RoR (Desired)

Please contact me at (770) 522-1121 if interested or via email – docole @ teksystems.com

Topic: Contracts and Jobs / Primedia is Hiring Rails developers

Primedia is hiring motivated developers for an upcoming skunkworks project.

Message me here if you’re interested or email me at jonathannelson AT consumersource dot com

Topic: Contracts and Jobs / Rails developer - Charlotte

This is a full-time permanenet job in Charlotte.  Relocation is covered and they offer a profit sharign plan as well as a large base salary.  There is NO telecommute available for this position.  If you are interested please email me at principlesolutions.com so that we can link up.

Topic: Contracts and Jobs / Ruby on Rails Developer needed

We are looking for Ruby on Rails Developers. All opportunities are for immediate hire. We run a Linux, UNIX, and Mac OS X environment. We don’t use Microsoft Windows. We offer full benefits and bonuses. We are not looking for contractors and do not do contract to hire arrangements. Please mail the resumes to the email address given for the specific opportunity. dreamjob.com

1. We do not require our candidates to relocate. We will provide employees with an office near where they live or set one up at their home.
2. The work hours are Monday through Friday 9AM to 6PM EST with a 1 hour lunch break, and may be adjusted for different time zones. We are not interested in candidates that require flex hours.

Strong experience developing in the Ruby On Rails framework with operational
examples of prior work.
Strong understanding of MySQL 4.1 and beyond
Background in developing for GNU/Linux or Unix-like platforms for
mission-critical production deployments
Operational code published and still in production
Strong analytical and logical thinking capability
Must have excellent layout and design abilities

Pluses:
Object oriented programming experience in PHP with operational examples of prior work
Experience with MySQL 5.x, MySQL replication, MySQL Cluster
High-availability and scalable network service deployment
Expertise with MVC, HTML, CSS2, Javascript, AJAX, Templating, caching,
sessions, and authentication
GNU/Linux optimization, security and network administration
Secure coding practices
Experience with running Apache or other unix-based
web servers in a production environment

Topic: Contracts and Jobs / Rockstar Ruby on Rails Developer - All Levels

RoR Power (http://www.rorpower.com) is a boutique recruiting firm specializing in Ruby on Rails opportunities. We are working with well-funded
startups from the East Coast to the West Coast. Some are B2C web 2.0 social networks
involving streaming media sites, while others are innovative B2B enterprise
SaaS apps. We are seeking for a few top-notch full-time RoR superstars for all levels, from newbies with a LAMP or Java background
to director/architect level experienced RoR rockstars.

One of our client has a patented technology for music discovery, and is using it
as a foundation for a platform in web 2.0 social media. The team of
world-class Physics and Math PhD’s have spent years creating this
unique technology which has transformational potential for music and
community across all languages and genres globally.  The
patent-approved solutions for music discovery, personalized streaming
radio and Hit Song ScienceTM (market potential prediction) are
currently in production as part of an innovative project with Orange
Wireless. The bulk of their engineering team is in Savannah, GA, but
they also have offices in Herndon, VA, San Francisco, CA, and
Barcelona, Spain. The company recently received $7M from angel
investors and is rapidly scaling up.  Their largest investor lives in
London and manages about $6B in private equity.  The web 2.0 social
media platform it is creating is done entirely in Ruby on Rails! We are looking for a few experienced (full-time positions) Ruby on
Rails developers, both front end (jQuery / jRails, Prototype,
Scriptaculous, etc) and back end focused.  The CEO is willing to pay top salary + equity for the right candidate.

If you’re interested, please send me your resume at rorpower.com

Topic: Comments and Suggestions / ATLRUBY.org Site Style

Simple or creative?  It would be nice to hear some ideas.

Topic: Meetings / May 14th, 2008

Sam’s api to freebase.com

Adam’s beautiful views in rails

Announced Ruby Lunch

Determined we do our best work after the meeting when were getting drunk