Like Python and Django web development? Savvy with maps and spatial toolsets or excited to get your hands on them? Interested in working for a progressive non-profit on projects ranging from marine spatial planning to forest carbon modeling? Ecotrust is looking for someone to join our in-house development team in our Portland office.
Please pass this position on. If you have any questions I'd be happy to answer them. Just want to restate that if you don't have experience using or developing geospatial tools, but are a strong developer, we still encourage you to apply. Tim Welch Lead Software Developer, Ecotrust [email protected] --------- Title: Applications Developer Reports to: Lead Developer Location: Portland, OR Organizational Summary Ecotrust’s mission is to inspire fresh thinking that creates economic, social and environmental well-being. Ecotrust works on conservation and economic development from Alaska to California by investing in the distinctive natural advantages of individuals, businesses and communities. Founded in 1991 and based in Portland, Oregon, Ecotrust works in five programmatic areas: Fisheries, Forestry, Native Programs, Food & Farms and Knowledge Systems. Role and Functional Responsibilities The applications developer will work within the Ecotrust Knowledge Systems group, developing complex software products and systems. They will work on projects under the guidance of the lead developer to implement and test major features and subsystems with minimal oversight. They will also provide support and guidance specific to programming needs, as necessary, to other staff. Development of spatial tools and analysis will be a significant part of this position as well as creative use of existing and emerging technologies. Over time the applications developer will work on a diverse range of projects becoming a well-rounded part of the team. Required: * BS/BA in Computer Science or equivalent experience * Commitment to the Ecotrust mission * Commitment to developing and using open-source solutions Ability to: * Work independently and as part of a diverse team * Juggle projects and deliver on schedule * Scope tasks and estimate time * Communicate effectively Demonstrated experience with: * The full software development life cycle * Web application development o Server-side we primarily use Django (GeoDjango) and PostgreSQL (PostGIS) o Client-side we primarily use JQuery, Ext and OpenLayers o See our Marinemap and Open OceanMap tools for examples. * Database management systems such as PostgreSQL, SQLite, Oracle or SQL Server Desired: * Desktop application development experience o We primarily use the QT framework (PyQT) along with Quantum GIS (PyQGIS). o See the Open OceanMap desktop tool. * Knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS). * Experience with geospatial tools, libraries and standards. o We utilize Mapserver, Geoserver, OpenLayers, Grass and Quantum GIS * Experience with the ESRI suite of GIS software products * Experience with spatial database management systems such as PostGIS, SpatiaLite, SQL Server 2008, Oracle Spatial * Experience developing and deploying software on multiple platforms, particularly Linux servers * An eye for usability and good design. Layout and CSS skills are a plus * Interest in presenting and/or publishing results of the teams work * Note, that if you don't have experience using or developing geospatial tools, but are a strong developer, we still encourage you to apply. Compensation This is a fulltime position. Salary commensurate with experience. Medical and retirement benefits and a generous vacation package included. Ecotrust is an equal opportunity employer. Application materials are due no later than 5:00 PM on Tuesday, September 15th. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, standard Ecotrust employment application, and references to: Instructions for Applying The job posting will be appearing shortly at http://www.ecotrust.org/about/jobs.html where instructions and contact information can be found. No phone calls please. _______________________________________________ Portland mailing list [email protected] http://mail.python.org/mailman/listinfo/portland
