[LA.pm] (job posting) citysearch

[Robert Spier]

[In accordance with our job posting policy, I asked myself nicely "Is
it ok if I post this?" and I responded "Thanks for asking.  Yes, go
ahead." -R]

Citysearch is looking to expand it's development group.  We're a small
and fun team that likes to get things done.  

If you're interested, please drop your resume to robert underscore
spier at citysearch dot com.

-R

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General Description:
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Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for core, back-end
technology development including, but not limited to, the
design/architecture of new solutions, the refinement of existing code,
and the optimization/acceleration of dynamic web content through
caching.

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Organizational Culture:
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Citysearch is a fast growth company. Candidate must thrive in a
fast-paced, ever changing, entrepreneurial environment. Individual
must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively. Must be
resourceful and be able to understand the full breadth of how the
company works together.  Individual must be a creative thinker,
confident and able to express ideas in an articulate, well thought out
manner. Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines is a must.

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Workflow:
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Develop core back-end technologies, primarily mod_perl development
utilizing both perl and C, for a leading, high-volume web
organization. As part of development group, you will work closely with
your team members, the templating/HTML programming group (HTML and
Template Toolkit), and the UI/Strategy group. You will be responsible
for integrating new functionality into our existing code base as well
as aiding in the architecture, design, and implementation of new core
technologies.

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Essential Functions:
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65%: Coding/Development: Perl/mod_perl/C development in a
     Linux/UNIX environment, potential for some Java development.

20%: Design: Approx. design of new systems and architecture.

10%: Troubleshooting: troubleshooting

5%:  Leadership Experience: Guiding/mentoring more junior members.

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Required Experience:
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- 4+ yrs. experience
                               
- HTML
- Apache Web Server
- mod_perl
- strong Linux or Unix background.
- OO perl experience
- RDBMS experience

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Preferred Experience:
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Strong proficiency with RDMS systems (Oracle and mySQL ideal)
Experience with mentoring/training of junior members

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Positives:
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Great opportunity to work in a premier development team in a
large-scale, extremely high volume, web development environment.