Talentporte, Inc., is supporting a client located in University City (St. Louis), Missouri, in their search for four (4) PHP/LAMP Web Application Developers. These are direct hire, full-time opportunities.

As part of a select software development team, you will help design and implement the core software of the client’s websites including comparison shopping engines, social networking, and other industry verticals. You will be responsible for architecting, implementing and maintaining websites and tools to streamline business processes, automate tasks, and provide access to critical data within the company.

This is a great opportunity to grow with a young, vibrant company. You would work in a positive, competitive atmosphere where creativity is encouraged and leadership is rewarded.

Client Location: University City (St. Louis), Missouri

Work time: 100%

Length of contract: Direct hire, full-time opportunity

Educational Requirements: BS required with strong computer science background, MS or PhD a plus.

<p><b>Job Requirements:</b></p>
<p><b>Technical Skill Requirements</b></p>
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<li>Proficient in a LAMP (Linux Apache MySQL PHP) based architecture
<li>Proficiency in AJAX, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, SQL
<li>Understanding of fundamental Internet Protocols (DNS, HTTP, SSH, SMTP, FTP)
<li>Experience building fast, nimble, ad-hoc applications
<li>Strong knowledge of object-oriented analysis, design & programming background.
<li>Excellent understanding of database modeling
<li>Excellent analytical skills
<li>Experience with source code management systems (specifically Subversion)
<li>Creative problem-solving skills and an ability to apply business logic to development requirements
<li>Strong knowledge of database and information architecture, with web application integration
<li>Cross-browser/platform experience
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<p><b>Technical Pluses</b></p>
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<li>Familiarity with writing Firefox & Internet Explorer browser plugins
<li>Python / Ruby on Rails experience
<li>Algorithm design and Mathematical background
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office product suite, (specifically Excel)
</ul>
<p><b>Job Benefits:</b></p>
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<li>Manage systems behind multi-million visitor websites
<li>Collaborate within a team of hard-core business and technology enthusiasts
<li>Fun atmosphere where hard work is recognized and rewarded
<li>Every day is casual Friday
<li>Great health benefits
</ul>
<p><b>Ideal candidate background:</b> Systems development at large scale e-commerce company</p>
<p><b>How to apply:</b><br/>
Provide (English-only, please): CV/Resume to Linda Bersch, Recruiting Manager, Talentporte, Inc., at lbersch@talentporte.com.
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<b>Deadline:</b> 15 April 2009
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