We aren't a start up but if you'd to do more low level programming work there is a Toshiba run shop in Nashville TN working on HDTV software (firmware up through GUI) and we are hiring. C and C++ - Real time programming experience a plus. Unix development - multi threaded - synchronization - blah blah blah, you get the idea.
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#172My employer (Guidewire Software) is hiring: jobs@guidewire.com As an employer, it's a total hidden gem. It's website screams "boring insurance industry vendor", but inside it's got a very very good developer environment, and it may very well reach its goal of dominating its chosen niche: core enterprise systems for insurance companies. The other devs are excellent, management is excellent and very decentralized/hands…
"My employer (Guidewire Software) is hiring:"
Didn't Guidewire lay off some people a while ago? How is the funding at Guidewire? Did GW break even yet?
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#173I work at Rentrak Corporation, and we're rapidly growing. We're a stable, 20+ year-old company, and we're working on sexy, technically challenging problems. In particular, the group I work in is building a database that's expected to grow by more than eight terabytes per year. More info here: http://rentrak.com/section/corporate/careers/software_develo...
If I were looking for a job in the enterprise space (I am not), I'd take a serious look at Rentrak. Once of their ARchitects made a presentation at Google titled "Is your rdbms letting you down? Application on TV Viewing Behaviour" (http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-4681632964554085715) which I found very interesting - terabytes of data, their own frontend data extraction language ...
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#174Earlier quoted context omitted.
Don't worry, there's no permanent damage, and Disqus does seem like an interesting company. :-) I think I, and a lot of people, respond to ninja, etc., negatively not because They're Silly Words And This Is Serious Business, but just because they're tired and non-descriptive. I have about the same response to something like, "Senior Solutions Manager". It's not a logical reaction based on evaluating the company, more…
"I think I, and a lot of people, respond to ninja, etc., negatively" Unfortunately words like that have become a bit "buzzy" with HR and management (non-techie) types: "Oh, so all we have to do is say 'ninja' or 'rockstar' and we're instantly cool and really talented people will want to work here. Can I be a rockstar too, pls?"
While that might be true, my reaction comes from seeing it overused by techie folks that can't manage to state what they want, and the closest they've been able to figure out is a euphemism for a workaholic with more enthusiasm than expertise.
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#175woti.com Computer Scientist (all levels) - Crystal City, Virginia Design and develop high-performance, data exploitation and web-database applications following a standard life cycle development model, including unit test development and quality assurance. Experience with Linux, Python, HTML, and SQL is required. Javascript or C++ language experience is a plus. Oracle database programming (and preferably performance…
Interesting that you describe the position as a "Computer Scientist". Unfortunately it sounds more like software engineering.
I understand what you mean. I don't know if this is the correct forum to convince you otherwise. This is the WOTI mission statement.
White Oak Technologies, Inc. (WOTI) seeks to be the premier organization providing the next generation of advanced algorithms and systems for large-scale data retrieval and exploitation to our commercial and government sector clients. Being the leader in advanced Computer Science demands the very best engineers and analysts, and our stringent recruiting process assures our customers that WOTI staff is truly the "best of the best" in the nation. We are committed to delivering exceptional value to both our clients and employees through innovation, solid business skills, and dedication to excellent service.
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#176we're hiring a couple badass engineers at dropbox (python/c++; client/desktop app dev experience preferred). we're backed by yc and sequoia... shoot me an email at drew AT getdropbox.com
"we're backed by yc and sequoia..." ... hmmmm.... I can't say being backed by sequoia is a great thing anymore. Being backed by Sequia means you probably will get fired as soon as the main product is built, to save on "runway" money. Disposable engineer, maybe lucky if you made it through a year and got some of of the stocks vested. Sequoia backing might be great for founders, but with the recent happenings, definite…
Agreed, but not for the same reason. A better response would have been "we have great revenue and broke even X months ago" not "we're funded by VC money and consequently could go under at just about anytime".
Also, why are there 170 comments in this thread with many job openings but the 'jobs' section of HN is ... quiet?
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#177Earlier quoted context omitted.
"I think I, and a lot of people, respond to ninja, etc., negatively" Unfortunately words like that have become a bit "buzzy" with HR and management (non-techie) types: "Oh, so all we have to do is say 'ninja' or 'rockstar' and we're instantly cool and really talented people will want to work here. Can I be a rockstar too, pls?"
While that might be true, my reaction comes from seeing it overused by techie folks that can't manage to state what they want, and the closest they've been able to figure out is a euphemism for a workaholic with more enthusiasm than expertise.
"a workaholic with more enthusiasm than expertise"
I've spent the last twenty years becoming a slacker with more expertise than enthusiasm, so I'm with you there ;)
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#178Related question: I recently left my previous job and am now looking for consulting work. I have never done consulting before. I have RoR / Ruby / machine learning / startup experience. How should I go about finding clients?
Go to conferences and shake lots of hands. You don't need 150 clients, you need 1 or 2 great clients. Like dating, it's a numbers game. I don't think you have to push your RoR experience, since many business owners won't get it. Find out what problems business owners are having and offers suggestions to solve it, even if it's doesn't include your services.
I would strongly suggest having a handful of clients. Currently the two things likely to kill an early consulting / freelancing career are: the client you're working for going out of business, or the client you're working for cutting budgets back to the point where they can't afford you any more.
Being spread across a few clients lessens your risk a great deal, but it shouldn't become unmanageable to keep in touch with all of them.
[Edit] I should have said - couldn't agree more about the conferences. Whether full on conferences or more community driven events like BarCamps, they're a great place to meet very good contacts.
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#179We are hiring PHP developers at Connected Ventures (College Humor and Bustedtees). If you are in the New York area (or willing to relocate), send your resume to techjobs [@] connectedventures.com. I will post more details at Startuply next week.
You guys are awesome and it looks like you have a lot of fun.
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#180We're always hiring senior php developer talent at myYearbook. If you're up for relocating outside of Philadelphia or are in the area, drop me an email at gmr@myyearbook.com.