Freelance Jobs – November 15, 2010
All-Star Front-End Developer for LA based company
DESCRIPTION:
Are you eager to build web applications that inspire others? Do you like the challenge of creatively solving problems? Do you pride yourself in writing clean code? Did you say yes? If so, we want to hear from you! We are rapidly growing and looking for some help from an all-star front-end developer. We are passionate about our business and we want to bring the best product to the market. Our technologies include Django, JQuery, GIT and the Cloud. We are not another copycat site. We are creating a never seen before web application that will improve people’s lives. How about that on your resume?
This is freelance but preference will be given to anyone located in Los Angeles
Primary Responsibilities
- Take control of our UI to create a compelling UX
- Plan, design and produce the site
- Help transform complex functions into simple, elegant solutions
- Develop clean code that is cross-browser and platform compatible (we want everyone to see your work)
- Optimize performance, fix bugs and make improvements to the site as needed
- Work closely with our backend team
REQUIREMENTS:
- Exceptional skills in hand-coding quality, clean HTML and CSS
- Expert in JQuery/Javascript
- Experience with open source technologies
- Experience optimizing richly-designed Websites
- Experience with any template-based frameworks, such as Django, Ruby on Rails, CAKE, Turbogears, Pylons, etc
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
- Prior startup experience
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Experience and passion for working in startups & fast-paced environments
- Ability to get up to speed quickly and work under minimal supervision
If this sounds like a good fit for you, let’s talk! Please send in your resume and contact information. Be sure to specify your role and time on each project, your compensation expectations, and availability to start.
Company Information: HealthInReach
URL: http://www.authenticjobs.com/jobs/6896
Remote Python Developer
DESCRIPTION:
Clients around the world come to Art & Logic with challenging custom software development projects. We need creative, bright, passionate people looking for a place to show their chops and learn from other likewise talented people. Currently we are particularly interested in developers with Python experience. This is a telecommuting position; all of our developers work from their homes, interconnected via our workgroup collaboration system.
Art & Logic works on a broad range of projects including:
- Web applications
- Mobile applications for iPhone, Android, and Blackberry
- Media software, including audio, imaging, and Rich Internet Applications
- Desktop applications and plugins for Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux
Qualifying for work at Art & Logic requires completion of our Programming Challenge so you know your coworkers will be top-notch. Read the opinions of current developers on our website and please feel free to share this posting with your friends (other types of programmers welcome) as we are GROWING.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Python
- TurboGears
- XHTML
- JavaScript
- MySQL
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Web services
- XML
- UI design and usability
To apply for this position, go to artlogic.com/careers to complete the short form. Questions may be directed to the e-mail address below. At this time, we are only looking for programmers able to work under a 1099 agreement.
Company Information: Art & Logic, Inc.
Contact Information: recruiting@artlogic.com
URL: http://www.genuinejobs.com/jobs_detail.php?id=5366
Pregnancy and Parenting Bloggers
DESCRIPTION:
iVillage Pregnancy + Parenting is looking for writers to add to our rosterof mom bloggers. You must have a nose for news and trends that moms want to read about (being a parent or having experience in parenting writing is
essential) and for those key parenting moments that resonate with every mom (Did you just catch your daughter cutting her own hair? Have to miss her first day of school for a business trip?). We need writers who can pitch at least a few ideas per week.
Experience in health writing and/or personal essay writing is essential. Many posts are assigned for the same day or next day, so you must be quick
and reliable! Payment per post ranges from $35 to $50.
Please email the address below (no attachments please!) with a quick description of your experience asap. Subject line should be: Mom Blogger app. Only candidates who fit the description, please.
Company Information: iVillage
Contact Information: elena.mauer@nbcuni.com
URL: http://www.genuinejobs.com/jobs_detail.php?id=5368
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