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Title:  UI Developer - Flash/Flex and Ruby on Rails
Location:  Seattle, WA
Job Type:  Direct Hire
Compensation:   per Year
Reference Code:  950296-WQG
Description:  We are seeking a Rich Internet Applications Developer to help build a bleeding-edge consumer cloud media platform. If you're passionate about delivering a great user experience, pushing browsers to the limit and want to join a strong team building a novel consumer product from the ground up, then this is the opportunity for you! This exciting and challenging role is on a 'green field' project - our client can offer the right candidate a high degree of autonomy and responsibility and a creative and innovative environment. The RIA Developer will be responsible for delivering an innovative, media-driven web experience, working both autonomously and in conjunction with other members of the project team. The client's web interface is a key component in a novel, multi-platform cloud media product. The successful candidate will be joining an established 'skunkworks' project which enjoys the strength and resources of an established organization coupled with the dynamic of a start-up.
Requirements:  The skills, experience, and knowledge required to be considered for this position include: Candidate Description:
  • Expert in Web development from concept to code with an excellent intuition for user interfaces and the user experience
  • Self-motivated problem solver with a strong eye for detail
  • Ability to work collaboratively and constructively in a small, focused team
  • Loves music, familiar with the digital media / music landscape, and a potential user of the product
  • Familiarity with Agile methods including test automation, iterative delivery, and continuous integration
Additional Requirements:
  • Mastery of one or more of the following technologies: XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery and Flex / ActionScript and can provide a strong portfolio of previous work
  • Expert in modern Web frameworks (including Ruby on Rails) and relational databases
  • Knowledge of current and emerging Web standards
  • Experience with UI test automation tools (Selenium and Watir) is a plus
  • Minimum of BS Degree level with a software engineering background
  • MS Degree level with a software engineering background is preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of development experience
  • 10 years of development experience (preferred)