[Chicago] Python Job posting

[Adam Jenkins]

On 9/24/07, Pratt, Doug <dpratt at roytalman.com> wrote:
>
>  We have several positions with this client. I double dawg guarantee it is
> a Python job with a company dedicated to Open Source front to back. Contact
> me if you're interested.
>
>
> *Position Purpose:*
>
> The Software Engineer is responsible for developing and deploying
> web-based applications and associated support programs as determined by
> internal and external client requirements.
>
>
>
> *Primary Responsibilities:*
>
> ·         Support new software development, site production and operations
> as needed by the assigned business unit:
>
> o        With project managers, gather requirements from internal
> customers and end-users
>
> o        Advise internal customers on the development resource constraints
> and risks for requested functionality
>
> o        Develop code using test-driven, object-oriented methodologies
>
> o        Perform unit testing and integration tests
>
> o        Participate in end-user acceptance testing
>
> o        Incorporate end-user feedback into later iterations of the
> software
>
> ·         Document applications at the following levels:
>
> o        System architecture
>
> o        Source code
>
> o        Administration and maintenance
>
> o        End-user training and help
>
> ·         Participate in and occasionally lead weekly code reviews
>
> ·         Continually develop skills in object-oriented programming and
> design
>
> ·         Continually develop skills with web client-side technologies
>
> ·         Continually develop skills as a member of an agile development
> team
>
>
>
> *Job Skills and Requirements:*
>
>    - Expert in development of web-based applications using primarily
>    Python (Django framework), Ruby on Rails or PHP 5  in an open-source
>    development environment
>    - Experience with source code control systems (Subversion
>    preferred), object-oriented design, test-driven development, continuous
>    integration, code reviews and refactoring, Agile development methods
>    (Scrum), relational database usage and web services
>    - Thorough understanding of common web and e-commerce concepts and
>    technologies, such as: HTTP, SSL, Javascript and variants, HTML and other
>    client-side data formats (no graphic design skills required), XML and
>    associated technologies, content management concepts, public-key
>    cryptography, application and data security and privacy issues, basic TCP/IP
>    networking.
>    - Excellent written and verbal communication skills
>    - Ability to work well both within a team environment and
>    independently
>    - Highly self motivated
>    - Comfortable working within a fast-paced, dynamic environment
>    - Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks in time critical
>    situations
>    - Required to maintain a professional, respectful, friendly
>    relationship with Leapfrog coworkers, clients and suppliers
>    -   Required to adhere to Leapfrog policies and procedures, Leapfrog
>    confidences and contract requirements
>
>  *Education and/or Experience:*
>
>    - Bachelor's degree  and/or 5 years experience relating to web-based
>    software development
>    - Minimum of 5 years experience developing, testing, deploying and
>    maintaining interactive web applications in open source environments, as
>    well as command-line batch processing scripts in Python, Ruby, Perl or PHP
>    scripting languages
>    - Minimum of 5 years experience with any SQL-based RDBMS (PostgreSQL
>    preferred) in the form of writing efficient SQL queries and executing them
>    via programming language interfaces
>    - Experience working with Agile development methodologies,
>    particularly Scrum teamwork and User Story development and estimation, a
>    very big plus
>
> *Physical Demands: *
>
>    - Physical demands required of this position may include extensive
>    computer and telephone usage.  The position may also require
>    extended periods of sitting.
>
>
Holy crap, how long of a day are we talking here?

*Work Environment: *Works in a professional office environment.
>
> Doug Pratt
>
> IT Executive Recruiter
> Roy Talman & Associates
> 150 S. Wacker Dr. Suite 1300
> Chicago IL 60606
> Phone: 312-425-1313 x 131
> Fax: 312-425-0100
> dpratt at roytalman.com
> www.roytalman.com
>
>
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312-399-5161
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