Jobs

PHP / MySQL Applications Developer

Location: Palo Alto, CAPosted: May 1, 2008

Company

NoodleTools, Inc. was co-founded in 1999 by Debbie and Damon Abilock. The goal of the company is to create innovative, Web-based tools that support students and their teachers and librarians throughout the entire research process. NoodleTools' flagship product, NoodleBib, has emerged as the leading online citation-management and note-taking software, transforming bibliographic instruction methodologies in thousands of subscribing schools and libraries worldwide.

Beyond providing reliable, trusted software, we are dedicated to improving teaching and learning. Our reputation is built by word-of-mouth recommendations based on accurate citation advice, expertise in educational research and personal teaching support.

Position

We are looking for a talented PHP/MySQL Web applications developer in the San Francisco Bay area. This person would initially be hired on a contract basis, working directly with the company founders to design and implement key new features in our citation-management and note-taking software. As a family-run company, we appreciate home/work balance; the ideal candidate would value the flexibility and have the motivation and self-direction to succeed in a work-at-home position.

Skills

The candidate must demonstrate the skill and ability to:

  • Brainstorm and contribute ideas as we design new features
  • Define and achieve ambitious but realistic goals
  • Work efficiently as an individual and productively in a small group

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of professional experience developing database-driven Web applications
  • Experience developing Web sites with PHP
  • Knowledge of DBMS, specifically MySQL 4.0+ (writing queries, optimization, etc.)
  • Proficiency with HTML/JavaScript/CSS
  • Familiarity with AJAX and DHTML
  • Experience administering Linux & Apache is a plus
  • Visual creativity and an eye for design is a plus

To apply, please send résumé to:

Contact: Damon Abilock
Email: damon@noodletools.com
Fax: 650.618.1911