Front-End Javascript and PHP Developer Job at Wajam

February 21, 2012 9:32 pm 0 comments

Wajam hiringWajam is hiring a Front-End Javascript and PHP Developer. Stock options may be included.

Wajam is a privately funded startup developing an innovative social search engine that lets users access knowledge from their friends whenever they need it. We’ve been covered in ReadWriteWeb, Techvibes, Montreal Gazette, Canal V and were mentioned in La Presse as one of 5 Montreal startups to watch out for in 2012.

What are the top reasons someone should work at your company?

You’ll get to work on a promising and challenging project where you can take an active role in product development. We’re a fun team that enjoys working hard in a relaxed office in the heart of the Plateau. We have an awesome espresso machine.

Describe a “day in the life” for this position?

  • Morning roundup with team to figure out the day’s priorities
  • Tasks and bugs are prioritized in Planbox (which is built in house)
  • Put your headphones on and code to your heart’s content
  • Go out for lunch with friends/coworkers in the plateau (unless it’s a potluck day)
  • Back to coding, with a few trips to the espresso machine or mini fridge for Guru
  • A couple thousand lines of code later, work on some bugs and if it’s after 5pm grab a beer from the tap
  • Go home dreaming up new features

How will the new employee’s performance be measured? Define the job’s specific goals.

Everyone is accountable to the rest of the team. Ultimately, if the users come, you’ve succeeded!

Describe the job.

The candidate will be responsible for: