Maningrida, Inc. (Stealth Startup): Software Engineer - UX

Location: Madison, WI

Internet start-up in stealth mode is seeking talented software engineers to be a part of an extremely agile, fast-paced, and innovative team. Management team has founded multiple successful startups, the most recent of which sold to Microsoft in 2007 (Jellyfish.com). Start up will launch as a high profile Internet consumer brand.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, and test application code that will comprise the core systems for the organization

• Collaborate with management and the creative director to define the end user experience

• Incorporate business and user requirements throughout the product conception, development, testing and release processes

• Develop prototypes to codify new ideas and to promote rapid, iterative development

• Capture and analyze usage data to drive the user experience and customer satisfaction

QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills and thrive in a dynamic, high-growth, entrepreneurial environment. Specific requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years experience writing web-based applications

• Experience with UX design and theory

• Expertise in open source technologies including Java, Ruby, MySQL, and Linux

• Expertise in front-end web technologies including (X)HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and the DOM

• Ability to work on projects both independently and as a member of a team

• Passion for the customer

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience

• E-commerce experience a plus

• Design skills a plus

SALARY/BENEFITS: Commensurate with experience.

To apply: Principles only. Please email your resume to madisonresume98@gmail.com.