On Fri, May 1, 2009 at 12:08 PM, Peter Karunyu <
pkarunyu@gmail.com> wrote:
> Sounds to me like developer-heaven! Nice!
>
> On Fri, May 1, 2009 at 11:16 AM, wesley kiriinya <
kiriinya2000@yahoo.com>
> wrote:
>>
>> Sounds like an awesome opportunity (Employer who understands developers,
>> knows what s/he wants and a friendly work environment). I hope someone
>> snatches it.
>> 8~)
>>
>>
>> --- On Thu, 4/30/09, Moses Kemibaro <
moses@dotsavvyafrica.com> wrote:
>>
>> From: Moses Kemibaro <
moses@dotsavvyafrica.com>
>> Subject: [Skunkworks] Looking for a Senior Application Developer.
>> To: "Skunkworks forum" <
skunkworks@lists.my.co.ke>
>> Date: Thursday, April 30, 2009, 6:45 PM
>>
>> Do you love to write code? Want to work smarter, not harder?
>> Do you thrive in an work environment that enables you to work on exciting
>> and challenging projects, day in and day out?
>> Do you like to change the status quo and create value that has long-term
>> impact and rewards?
>>
>> If you answered yes to any of these questions then we need to talk.
>>
>> The majority of our client development work is with Open Source such as
>> PHP, Python, AJAX, Javascript and MySQL. We are looking for a talented,
>> proven senior web application developer to join our team. The skills
>> previously listed are highly desirable, but there's always something to be
>> said for talent, potential, and attitude, so if you happen to be a developer
>> with more expertise in other languages (.NET, Ruby, etc.) and are open to
>> adding Python, PHP, AJAX, etc. to your arsenal, we want to hear from you.
>>
>> We are looking for the following qualities in a candidate:
>>
>> > Interested in learning and have a creative mind that enjoys the
>> > challenges of application development
>> > Gets excited about clean code but knows that ugly code is out there and
>> > dealing with it is an necessity sometimes
>> > Enjoys client interaction and problem solving, in a passionate way.
>> > Knows the tools of your trade
>> > Wants to raise the skill level of the whole team, not just themselves
>> > Has the ability to play well with others - we will be welcoming you into
>> > our team
>> > Has the ability to work independently - coding, testing, gathering
>> > requirements, and communicating with clients
>> > Knows the value of a great user experience when it comes to building
>> > applications
>> > Accepts the fact that mistakes will be made and that every experience is
>> > an opportunity to get better and improve the working processes within the
>> > agency
>> > Appreciates that meetings are necessary but detests unnecessarily long
>> > or unproductive ones. You can't wait to leave a meeting and go back to
>> > writing code!
>> > Knows that open, honest and productive communication is key to project
>> > success
>> > Believes that working less hours smarter is better than working more
>> > hours harder
>> > Knows that perfection may not be possible but aiming for excellence is
>> > realistic
>> > Wants a full-time position in a growing company
>>
>> Are you an application developer who is savvy enough to deal with an
>> intensively customer service oriented digital agency?
>>
>> We are that company. We consistently deliver for not only long lived and
>> well-maintained clients, but also our new projects. They range from Flash
>> intensive brand micro-sites with a major focus on user experience, to
>> ordinary database driven content management systems such as Joomla and
>> Typo3. We also work on unconventional projects with interesting and
>> occasionally not so interesting features thrown in the mix.
>>
>> We will build anything that creates value and pass up those projects that
>> are too cumbersome, outrageous or simply unsustainable. On any given day
>> you could be part of a large team building a cutting edge web site or you
>> may be "solo" coding feature enhancements or fixes for a client's online
>> forms. We thrive in a results oriented environment because our team is
>> treated well and our clients are treated even better.
>>
>> What we need from you:
>>
>> > Provable, quantifiable expertise as an application developer (code
>> > samples and/or project descriptions)
>> > Provable experience working on web application projects (work history)
>> > Salary expectations.
>>
>> What we don’t need from you:
>>
>> > We don't enjoy reading lists - especially not a list of the 50
>> > technologies you know. If your resume doesn't make it clear that you have
>> > focus on a specific web technology(s) then you're just wasting both of our
>> > time sending us your CV - and nobody enjoys having their time wasted.
>>
>> > If you are looking to ladder climb and want to play politics this is
>> > also not the place for you. You are happy to work and are ready to address
>> > and solve problems as they arise. We do not pretend to know everything and
>> > mistakes are likely in every endeavor.
>>
>> Where you will work:
>>
>> We have a great office in one of Nairobi's quieter suburbs near the city
>> centre with lots of windows and a very open floor plan. We dress down most
>> of the time, but are always at our best in front of clients. We are
>> professional and the management team is very hands on and engaged with the
>> work that is done.
>>
>> We try very hard not to require more hours that are required of anyone and
>> we strive to work 8.30 to 5.00 pm every day with a one hour lunch break.
>> That said, we're flexible and recognize that we all have lives outside of
>> the office - and we also know that sometimes, especially when deadlines
>> demand it, normal working hours just won't get the job done. When it
>> doesn't, we act accordingly - and we show our appreciation when people
>> step-up. We use our leave days and so will you, for your sanity and ours.
>>
>> If think that your that special talent we may be looking for, kindly send
>> us your CV on
jobs@dotsavvyafrica.com
>>
>>
>>
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