Software Engineer/ Internet Application Development
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Summary
Full-stack software engineer in Boston building high-volume, mobile-first consumer web, mobile, and RESTful applications. Day-to-day covers front-end and back-end development with a strong back-end focus, writing and reviewing quality code, documenting, and working with QA using Ruby, Go, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS.
We are looking for individuals with strong backgrounds in developing dynamic high volume mobile, web and restful applications with a mobile first approach. Ideal candidates are passionate and experienced developers building consumer services ideally with experience in Ruby, Go, JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS.
Responsibilities
- Develop for all aspects of the front-end and back-end web application technology stack with a strong interest in back-end application development.
- Developing and enhancing testable, robust web and mobile web applications.
- Write and review code with an eye for quality, efficiency, and stability.
- Write clear documentation wherever necessary.
- Work with QA to facilitate testing.
Requirements
- Expertise in back-end/full stack development, with Ruby expertise desirable.
- Expertise in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
- Familiarity with Unix-based systems and terminal commands, esp. MacOS/X, Linux, Ubuntu or Debian.
- Experience developing responsive web pages for mobile, tablet, and desktop.
- Experience developing for multiple browsers on a variety of platforms.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership, while contributing to team well-being.
- Excellent communication skills.
Desirable Experience
- Ruby/Rails
- Go(lang) / Node.js
- JavaScript web application frameworks, esp. backbone.js and underscore.js
- Middleman
- Haml, Sass, Compass, Bourbon
- Test-driven development, esp. using Jasmine and/or RSpec
- APIs, REST and Service Oriented Architectures
- Agile methodologies
Comp & Benefits
- Competitive comp based on experience level
- Healthcare HMO & PPO
- Stock options and 401k
- Flexible Spending and Transit Reimbursement Accounts