Mailman 3 May 2011 - python-uk

Jolt Online Gaming is hiring (another Python related job)
by Jaime Buelta June 8, 2011

June 8, 2011

Hi everyone: I don't usually use this list for these kind of things, but right now is proving quite hard to find good developers, and, as I am really happy with my job in Jolt (my current employer), I feel obligated to lend a hand and try to spread the word as much as possible. I know there has been some discussion about if job offers are available in this distribution list or not. Hope is relevant for everyone. There are currently two available positions in the development team, a lead Flash developer<http://joltonline.com/aboutus/jobs/Senior_Developer_JD.pdf> and a senior Python developer<http://joltonline.com/aboutus/jobs/Senior_Developer_JD.pdf>. The links are the official job descriptions, but I would like to tell a bit more about the tools we use everyday and the company, and about my experience working here. First of all, basic info about the company. *Jolt Online Gaming* is a games company based in Dublin, Ireland. Specifically, online free-to-play games, with social elements on them. Our latest releases are Playboy Party (in Facebook) <http://apps.facebook.com/playboyparty>and Utopia Kingdoms (available in Facebook <http://apps.facebook.com/utopiakingdoms/> and Kongregate <http://www.kongregate.com/games/JoltOnline/utopia-kingdoms>). We are just about to release a new football management game, Championship Manager on Facebook. On the technical side of things, we try to find the right tool for each problem, so a lot of innovation is not only expected, but encouraged. We build our systems thinking of millions of players, which is always challenging. Scalability and performance are always important when making choices. Learning new things and being up-to-date is important. Some of the cool technologies and tools that we currently are using are: - *Languages*: Recently, the focus is mainly *Python* for backend and Flash (*ActionScript*) for frontend, but there are also develops in Ruby, JavaScript and other languages. - *Frameworks*: Several Python ones, including *Pylons, CherryPy, Django* and *web.py*. In the past we have used also Ruby on Rails. - *Databases*: *NoSQL databases* like MongoDB and Cassandra are being more and more important, but we also make good use of *MySQL* when fits. - *Amazon services*: Our infrastructure is based on *Linux* servers living in Amazon cloud services, making extensive use of *Ec2*, *S3* and others. - *DVCS*: We use *git* in all our projects. Another important detail about my work here, is that I am able to see almost immediately that a change on the code is reflected in the gameplay of thousands. It's good (and sometimes a little scary) to know that lots of people are using the software you're developing, and they are having fun with it. About the experience working here, I have to say that is absolutely fantastic. Not only do we work making games, but, of course, we love to play them. We often play boardgames and console games in the office, and we have a great time together. It's hard to imagine a nicer and friendlier place to work. I also learn something new everyday from my coworkers. A great environment of cooperation, with lots of freedom to do the things your way. The developers work closely with game designers and artists, which is also rewarding and leads to better understanding of the needs of the final game. If any of this sounds interesting, you can send an email directly to jobs(a)joltonline.com or you can contact me if you prefer on this email address. Cheers, Jaime Buelta --- Check my blog! http://wrongsideofmemphis.wordpress.com

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PyPy speaker sought
by Daley Chetwynd May 31, 2011

May 31, 2011

Hi all, As the organiser of the Python Sheffield user group, I'm always looking for future Python speakers for our meetings. At our last meeting this evening, I asked the group members what they would like to see future talks on. One of the main responses was for a future talk on PyPy. This could start off with the history of the PyPy project, before moving onto the rationale for PyPy, its benefits, implementations of PyPy and plenty of code examples. The speaker could be someone with lots of experience in PyPy, or ideally someone who has been involved in the development of PyPy itself. Is there anyone here who'd be interested in giving such a talk, or knows of someone who can? We're a free group of Python users, so we'd be looking for someone within travelling distance of Sheffield who doesn't mind giving up their free time to come and speak to us. I can promise you an enthusiastic audience of Pythonistas and plenty of questions. :) Thanks for your help, Daley Chetwynd (@pysheff) -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Faster than the air-speed velocity of an unladen european swallow

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Next Python Sheffield tomorrow
by Daley Chetwynd May 30, 2011

May 30, 2011

Hi all, The next Python Sheffield meeting is tomorrow night (Tues May 31st) at the GIST Lab. The meeting will run from 19:00 - 21:00, although doors will be open at the GIST Lab from 18:30. The GIST Lab is located opposite Sheffield train station and behind the Showroom cinema: http://thegisthub.net/groups/gistlab This month it's a Version Control Systems meeting and we have the following three talks: David Jones: Introduction to Perforce Dave King: Introduction to Distributed Version Control Systems with Mercurial Edward Saxton: Git - Crazy and Immoral We currently have 13 people registered for the meeting, but room for plenty more. If you'd like to join us, please register for free at: http://pysheff1105.eventbrite.com/ More information can be found on the Python Sheffield group by following @pysheff on Twitter or from the Google group: http://groups.google.com/group/python-sheffield Thanks, Daley -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - The professional email service

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Next Cambridge & East Anglia Meeting: Tue 7th June 2011
by Tony Ibbs May 25, 2011

May 25, 2011

As posted to the CamPUG google group: The next meeting will be a dojo/coding meeting, 7.30pm at RealVNC (http://tinyurl.com/realvncoffices). Meetings after that should be: * Tuesday 5th July, a talks meeting * Tuesday 2nd August, another dojo/coding meeting * Tuesday 6th September, talks again Tibs

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Next London Python Code Dojo - Thursday 2nd June 6:30pm.
by Nicholas Tollervey May 23, 2011

May 23, 2011

Hi Folks, This is just the monthly announcement of details for the next London Python Code Dojo. Details and sign-up here: https://ldnpydojo.eventwax.com/london-python-code-dojo-season-2-episode-10-… In this dojo we’re not going to do the usual practical work. Instead we’ve organised 5 speakers to give talks of varying lengths. We’re calling this “Wormcon” – it’s just like Pycon but smaller. Here’s details of the talks (in no particular order): * John Chandler – how I used Python and the DOT graphing DSL to visualise a nasty legacy PHP codebase. * Michael Foord – Recent work on mock/unittest. Michael can’t make Europython so this talk will be based upon the material he would have presented in Florence. * Dr Tim Couper – a lightning talk on Strengthsfinder. * Robert Rees – a description of a real world project that uses a Python wrapper sitting on top of Neo4J. * Guy Burton – the Airplay SDK, and a description of early stage work on creating a Python wrapper (so people can get Python projects running on mobile devices). The speakers understand that this is a dojo – so people will want to code along, ask questions, point out problems and generally interact with the speaker during their presentations. Think of it more in the style of a seminar rather than lecture. Pizza and beer start at 6:30pm and talks will start at 7-7:30ish. We aim to finish 10ish. Free pizza and beer will be provided. (Thanks Fry-IT) All the best, Nicholas.

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Python Developer - BATS Europe
by Menno Smits May 19, 2011

May 19, 2011

Hi all, My employer is currently seeking Python developers. Sorry for adding another job posting but this one is highly relevant to this list. No agencies or recruiters please. Details below. Cheers, Menno ========================= Python Software Developer ========================= Location: London BATS Europe, a pan-European Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF), is currently seeking experienced Python developers to work on its batch and web systems. Responsibilities ---------------- As a Python developer at BATS you'll: * work at fast pace to design, engineer and test highly reliable services to support the BATS trading platform; * have a high degree of responsibility for the systems you work on, supporting the BATS batch systems, web applications and real-time trading system; * work with other smart, motivated developers to create and adapt systems to meet new requirements which often involve large datasets, distributed processing and challenging data analysis and visualisation; * occasionally, or on a project basis, work on BATS' C++ systems which support the ultra-fast trading platform. Requirements ------------ * Solid Python knowledge. * Knowledge of at least one Python web programming framework. * Knowledge of algorithms and data structures. * Familiar with advanced SQL techniques. * Knowledge of open source software and use of open source software in a commercial environment. * Familiarity with Linux and knowledge of basic Linux system administration tasks. * Preferred: Familiarity with C or C++. * Preferred: Familiarity with JavaScript. * Preferred: Degree in Computer Science or related field. * Preferred: Experience in one or more relevant financial areas (market data, order management, algorithmic trading, financial systems integration, compliance, etc.) Associate Benefits ------------------ BATS Trading offers one of the most exciting places to work in London with an opportunity to take on the established financial exchanges. Working at BATS is exciting, "real-time" fast, always changing, and on the leading edge of technology. We only hire the best and brightest. If you are in the top ranks in your field of expertise, then you might consider applying to BATS. Join us and work alongside other top-notch professionals. We have a casual (yet not sloppy) dress code, because we value what our employees can do more than how they dress. Lunch is catered every day at no cost to our employees. Our compensation program, made up of salary, and bonus, is highly competitive. In addition, the company offers a retirement plan with matching contributions, a group health plan, gym membership and life insurance. About BATS ---------- Since its founding in June 2005, BATS has positioned itself in the United States as a leading market centre delivering speed, performance and innovation to its subscriber base, which is comprised of hundreds of Wall Street’s most recognised names. In October 2008, BATS launched a pan-European MTF, based in London. The industry and technology professionals that make up the BATS team are focused on keeping innovation and competition alive in the securities markets. BATS is bringing the same level of innovation and competition to Europe. For more information on BATS Europe, please visit our website at www.batstrading.co.uk. Contact -------- Mike Beaver +44 207 012 8913 workeu(a)batstrading.com No recruiters or agencies please!

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Ivan De Marino Python XMPP GAE talk at Skillsmatter in London
by Bruce Durling May 17, 2011

May 17, 2011

Fellow Pythonistas, I know we've done some work in the London Python Dojo on Python and XMPP. I thought some people might be interested in this talk at Skillsmatter in London. http://skillsmatter.com/event/ajax-ria/blog-implementation-with-python-xmpp… (BTW, I'm not associated with Skillsmatter except as a customer, I saw the talk and thought it might interest some of the people here). cheers, Bruce

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Re: [python-uk] Python role
by Sally Hall May 17, 2011

May 17, 2011

Good afternoon all, Apologies for the last email. I meant to send it to jobs(a)python.org<mailto:jobs@python.org>. I think it's just going to be one of those weeks, once again apologies. Hope everyone is having a good week :) Regards Sally 01582 394851 From: python-uk-bounces+sally=e-recruiter.co.uk(a)python.org [mailto:python-uk-bounces+sally=e-recruiter.co.uk@python.org] On Behalf Of Sally Hall Sent: 17 May 2011 12:02 To: 'UK Python Users' Subject: [python-uk] Python role Good Afternoon All, Please find the following position for the job page - I'm an Agency by the way :) `e-Recruiter Ltd. (Agency) <http://www.e-recruiter.co.uk>`__ (Oxford, UK) ======================================================================================== **Job Description**: Your main responsibilities will be writing clean code, developing new projects from scratch and bug fixing. This position will be working on a wide range and selection of client projects. You will be working in an organically growing company that is fast becoming a well known name. You will be working on exciting new projects and varied software applications. This role is offering upto £45k (dependent on experience) + benefits RELOCATION IS CONSIDERED. **Requirements** Looking for experienced Python developers to join an established and friendly team. You will be working within a Linux and Mac environment with other open source users and techies. **About the company** An exciting and growing company that specialises in complex Business solutions, fast becoming leaders in their field. **What Python is used for**: if it's not obvious from the Job Their product is very data heavy and the environment is Python, C++ and SQL based. Would suit someone who is interested in mathematics, algorithms and numerical software. They use Python on a day-to-day basis as a main language. **Contact Info:** * **Contact**: Sally Hall * **E-mail contact**: Sally(a)e-recruiter.co.uk * **Other Contact Info**: N/A * **Web**: http://www.e-Recruiter.co.uk * **No telecommuting** I've tried filling in the template as best as possible. Please let me know if you need additional information. Hope you have a good Tuesday. Kind Regards Sally Hall [cid:image001.jpg@01CC1489.15AE20B0] 01582 394851 E-Recruiter LTD, F20a, Basepoint, 110 Butterfields, Great Marlings, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 8DL www.e-recruiter.co.uk<http://www.e-recruiter.co.uk/> ***************************************************************************************************************** The views expressed in this e-mail are not necessarily the views of e-Recruiter, Locum Staffing and Medical Staffing Ltd, its directors, officers or employees make no representation or accept any liability for its accuracy or completeness unless expressly stated to the contrary. This e-mail, and any attachments are strictly confidential and intended for the addressee(s) only. The content may also contain legal, professional or other privileged information. Unless expressly stated to the contrary, no contracts may be concluded on behalf of Locum Staffing Ltd by means of e-mail communication. You may report the matter by calling us on 08450 562867. Please ensure you have adequate virus protection before you open or detach any documents from this transmission. e-Recruiter, Locum Staffing and Medical Staffing Ltd does not accept any liability for viruses. e-Recruiter Ltd is registered in England: Company Number: 06911061. Registered Office: Invision House, Wilbury Way, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 0TY *****************************************************************************************************************

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Next Python Sheffield May 31st
by Daley Chetwynd May 17, 2011

May 17, 2011

Hi all, The next Python Sheffield meeting will be on Tuesday May 31st at the GIST Lab. The meeting will run from 19:00 - 21:00, although doors will be open at the GIST Lab from 18:30. The GIST Lab is located opposite Sheffield train station and behind the Showroom cinema: http://thegisthub.net/groups/gistlab This month is a Version Control System meeting and we have the following three speakers: David Jones: Introduction to Perforce Dave King: Introduction to Distributed Version Control Systems using Mercurial Edward Saxton: Git - Crazy and Immoral This meeting will be less Python-specific than usual, so bring along anyone with an interest in VCS software in general. If you'd like to join us then please register for free at: http://pysheff1105.eventbrite.com/ We're always looking for future speakers, so if you'd like to talk on anything Python-related and fancy a trip to Sheffield, please get in touch. More information can be found on the Python Sheffield group by following @pysheff on Twitter, or from the Google group: http://groups.google.com/group/python-sheffield Thanks, Daley Chetwynd -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - One of many happy users: http://www.fastmail.fm/docs/quotes.html

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Python role
by Sally Hall May 17, 2011

May 17, 2011

Good Afternoon All, Please find the following position for the job page - I'm an Agency by the way :) `e-Recruiter Ltd. (Agency) <http://www.e-recruiter.co.uk>`__ (Oxford, UK) ======================================================================================== **Job Description**: Your main responsibilities will be writing clean code, developing new projects from scratch and bug fixing. This position will be working on a wide range and selection of client projects. You will be working in an organically growing company that is fast becoming a well known name. You will be working on exciting new projects and varied software applications. This role is offering upto £45k (dependent on experience) + benefits RELOCATION IS CONSIDERED. **Requirements** Looking for experienced Python developers to join an established and friendly team. You will be working within a Linux and Mac environment with other open source users and techies. **About the company** An exciting and growing company that specialises in complex Business solutions, fast becoming leaders in their field. **What Python is used for**: if it's not obvious from the Job Their product is very data heavy and the environment is Python, C++ and SQL based. Would suit someone who is interested in mathematics, algorithms and numerical software. They use Python on a day-to-day basis as a main language. **Contact Info:** * **Contact**: Sally Hall * **E-mail contact**: Sally(a)e-recruiter.co.uk * **Other Contact Info**: N/A * **Web**: http://www.e-Recruiter.co.uk * **No telecommuting** I've tried filling in the template as best as possible. Please let me know if you need additional information. Hope you have a good Tuesday. Kind Regards Sally Hall [cid:image001.jpg@01CC1489.15AE20B0] 01582 394851 E-Recruiter LTD, F20a, Basepoint, 110 Butterfields, Great Marlings, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 8DL www.e-recruiter.co.uk<http://www.e-recruiter.co.uk/> ***************************************************************************************************************** The views expressed in this e-mail are not necessarily the views of e-Recruiter, Locum Staffing and Medical Staffing Ltd, its directors, officers or employees make no representation or accept any liability for its accuracy or completeness unless expressly stated to the contrary. This e-mail, and any attachments are strictly confidential and intended for the addressee(s) only. The content may also contain legal, professional or other privileged information. Unless expressly stated to the contrary, no contracts may be concluded on behalf of Locum Staffing Ltd by means of e-mail communication. You may report the matter by calling us on 08450 562867. Please ensure you have adequate virus protection before you open or detach any documents from this transmission. e-Recruiter, Locum Staffing and Medical Staffing Ltd does not accept any liability for viruses. e-Recruiter Ltd is registered in England: Company Number: 06911061. Registered Office: Invision House, Wilbury Way, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 0TY *****************************************************************************************************************

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