We are looking for someone who has a passion for software development, writes beautiful and elegant code, and wants to work in a dynamic and creative studio delivering high end websites and applications using the latest technologies.

Ideally you enjoy working with other talented people and developing innovative solutions, and will be looking to become a key team member for the long term. You will have 3-4+ years as a PHP developer building and deploying applications, preferably websites. We may consider less experience if you have world-beating talent (!).

You would have a major role in a highly regarded web design firm producing websites and applications for well known brands and companies. Projects are diverse and range from smaller, boutique niche applications to large content management systems, ecommerce sites, and development of web portals and directories. One of our high-profile sites was recently featured in BRW Top 100 Web 2.0 applications, and we have developed and maintain a number of other high-profile websites.

NOTE: we are looking for genuine, passionate developers who can write develop solutions and write elegant code to the highest standards. You will be required to undertake a written test prior to the first interview.

our technology platform

- symfony / PHP / MySQL / Linux / Apache / SVN / VMWare

required

- Expert OO/PHP skills
- Experience with at least one web framework such as Symfony, Zend, CakePHP, etc.
- Expert database/SQL skills
- Advanced Ajax/Javascript skills
- Passion for code
- 3-4+ years commercial experience (or world beating talent)
- Examples of your elegant and masterful code
- Positive, friendly and professional
- Can work independently or as part of a team
- Energy and enthusiasm!

desired

- Experience with prototype, script.aculo.us, & javascript frameworks
- Experience with XML/RSS web services
- Experience with version control / SVN
- Extra points for Flash Actionscript skills
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in multimedia/computer science
- Experience developing commercial websites and applications

term

- 12 months with possibility of permanent

remuneration

- Salary package commensurate with skills and experience
- Discretionary bonuses based on performance

NOTE:
- Australian residents only
- NO AGENCIES.

(The most important single aspect of software development is to be clear about what you are trying to build. - Bjarne Stroustrup)