Location: Washington, DC
URL: http://www.mediamatters.org
Media Matters for America
Career Opportunity
Position: Systems Developer
Department: Technology
Reports To: Director of Technology
Location: Media Matters Headquarters – Washington, D.C.
Position Summary:
The Systems Developer is a key member of the Media Matters’ IT team responsible for designing, building, and maintaining systems for a high volume, high availability web site. The developer works in a mod_perl environment using an open source stack (Linux, Apache 2, PostgreSQL.) The position is ideal for someone with an interest in using their skills to develop innovative web features for a growing progressive organization.
Position Responsibilities:
• Design, implement, and maintain features for a database-driven website using an open source stack (Lunix, Apache 2, mod_perl, PostgreSQL.)
• Maintain high volume, high availability Linux systems
• Design and maintain highly interactive interfaces for internal video archiving and retrieval system
• Integrate legacy and third party data with Media Matters systems
Competencies/Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related area preferred
• Experience with mod_perl web frameworks (HTML: Mason and Catalyst) and open source database technologies (PostgreSql preferred)
• Experience configuring and optimizing Unix-like systems; Linux preferred
• Experience with modern Javascript tooklits (e.g. jQuery)
• Experience with Linux video (MythTV, IVTV, V4L2) a plus
• Ability to rapidly learn new technologies as new requirements emerge
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to lay audiences
• Flexibility with schedule and willingness to be on-call as needed
• Able to manage time effectively and excel in a team-based, participatory environment as well as work autonomously; good sense of humor a plus
• Commitment to the organizational mission and ideology in order to effectively promote and advance the goals of Media Matters
How To Apply:
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter (including salary requirements) as Word or pdf attachments to: careers@mediamatters.org
Stimulating, challenging workplace, excellent benefits, and competitive salary provided. We respond to applicants only to schedule an interview or if we require additional information; therefore, no phone calls, please.
Media Matters for America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply: See "How To Apply" section