London, UK -- Full time -- Lead JavaScript developer
Podaris Ltd. is developing a revolutionary next-generation urban/transport planning and design application. Our core product is a browser-based collaborative design platform, written entirely in JavaScript. We are seeking talented, passionate, experienced individuals to make this a reality. We offer competitive salaries and excellent equity to qualified candidates, and aim to create a fun and inspiring work environment in the heart of London!
The lead developer will be responsible for defining Podaris' core architecture and managing the rest of the development team. The most important qualification is robust experience designing, developing, and deploying large, complex web applications. This can be a technical co-founder / CTO position for the right candidate, with significant equity available.
Key requirements:
* 5+ Years experience developing and deploying large &amp; complex web applications.
* Expert knowledge of web application software architecture, including AJAX, REST, SOA, and API design
* Experience managing teams of programmers using utilising agile methodologies.
* Deep understanding of the JavaScript ecosystem, both client-side and server side.
* Experience with BDD and TDD development methodologies.
Knowledge of SQL, preferably Postgres, and ideally PostGIS
Bonus points for:
* Experience with mapping, GIS, CAD, BIM, 2D vector graphics or 3D modelling programs — both as a user and as a programmer.
* Experience with using the Google Maps API and other web-based geographic service APIs.
* Experience with microsimulation and agent-based modelling systems.
More information at <a href="http://www.podaris.com/" > -- email REDACTED_EMAIL if you're interested!
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