Location: Seattle, WA
URL: http://activerain.com
The torrential downpour rages, wailing like a petulant child. Luxuriating in the comfort of your favorite barcalounger wielding a scotch, smoking a cigar, you trace the raindrops rolling down the windowpane like so many little soldiers. You are obviously extremely worldly and jaded.
Your surroundings suggest a life of comfort. You briefly wonder how you fell into this film noir charade, but the thought is fleeting. Something deep inside aches to shatter the veneer of tranquility that has settled over your life. You want to run, screaming, into the deluge. The door beckons, and today you answer its call. Standing at the threshold, basking in the sudden coolness, you step boldly into the ActiveRain.
We’re hiring. Not a mere programmer or coder—a real developer. An artisan proud of their craft.
What is ActiveRain? Without showboating, we provide the most popular social network for real estate professionals. (Oh no! Social network! They’re destitute! I’ll be paid in [worthless] options! Rest easy—we’ve been around since 2002 and make money!)
Why me? Because you relish a challenge. Our code-base spans 6 years, 4 distinct applications, and two versions of Rails. Because big numbers don’t scare you. We have tables with millions of records. We boast 100,000+ users. Because you want to make a difference. We’re in the middle of migrating to Rails 2 and git. We’re looking to expand our dismal test converge. Your work will shape and mold the underpinnings of our sites for years to come. And finally, because you’re damn good at what you do. There’s no place for mediocrity; we don’t mess around with trash.
Being local to the Seattle area is big plus, but don’t let that scare you away! (They found me in Kansas)
We’re looking for full-timers. Hours are (very) flexible. Lots of tasty (and healthy) snacks at the office. Health benefits. Free lunch. Yum.
Enough rambling. I’m tossing out this message in a virtual bottle. Here’s to serendipity! I look forward to hearing from you.
To apply: Tell me more about yourself: jhahn@activerain.com