Job specifications: * This is a permanent, full-time, on-site position. Please no freelance inquires and no placement services! * This position requires candidate to have excellent writing and communication skills. * Candidate must be able to work on several projects at a time. * Candidate must be able to work independently and meet aggressive deadlines. * This position reports to the Director of the Online Edition. * Each candidate will be required to demonstrate mastery of the skills listed below during the interview process. * Salary negotiable.
Required skill set includes: * 3+ years experience with *NIX operating systems * 3+ years experience with PHP * Familiarity with use of CVS and change management systems * Demonstrated ability to develop code with focus on security and performance in addition to function * Basic familiarity with HTML, CSS and javascript techniques * Experience with architecture and development of online content management systems Skills that are a "plus": * AJAX * Experience with design of, and normalization techniques for, PostgreSQL * Experience with database replication technologies for PostgreSQL * Experience with installation and configuration of Apache, PHP, PostgreSQL, and Samba on *NIX systems * History of work on high-traffic websites * Experience with Perl Responsibilities: * Plan, design and implement complex personalization functions on nypost.com * Create user interface for Post's online content management system, working with non-technical staff members to determine what features best meet their production needs * Function as a project lead on development of features and functionalities that will enhance reader experience on nypost.com * Assist with redesign of mass mailing delivery engines * Assist with redesign of online home delivery system * Work with Director to proactively plan for hardware and applications adjustments needed to accommodate increased traffic and site performance * Assist web staff in planning for website's growth and improvement through better access to log and user data * Recommend best practices for coding, database design and change management processes and assist in all aspects of rollout from planning to design to implementation * Assist with implementation of database replication functions for primary database * Assist Director and outside vendor with recommendation for and implementation of redesign of Post's primary online database; anticipate impact on existing applications and assist with re-development of those applications as needed * Train and mentor junior programmers. * Recommend and produce methods for data mining online database To apply, please send resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to: Heather Johnson Director, Online Production New York Post _______________________________________________ New York PHP Community Jobs Mailing List http://lists.nyphp.org/mailman/listinfo/jobs NYPHPCon 2006 Presentations Online http://www.nyphpcon.com Show Your Participation in New York PHP http://www.nyphp.org/show_participation.php
