Inkling Markets - Software Engineer - Chicago, IL
ABOUT US
Inkling (<a href="http://inklingmarkets.com" >) is changing how decision-making works inside companies and government agencies using crowdsourced forecasting tools like prediction markets, opinion polls, and crowdfunding.
We’ve helped Ford and GM develop ideas for the future of American-made cars. We enable the US Government to plan for the future by forecasting world events. We’re even trying to prevent the Zombie Apocalypse - seriously, ask us about it.
We are a small, but profitable and growing YC company. We have thrived based on demand from our clients and haven’t had to take outside investment.
THE JOB
We’ve got a lot going on here at Inkling. We’re adding a ton of exciting new features to our flagship platform that our clients are going to love. We are expanding our mobile capabilities - which means continuing to improve our iOS app, developing an Android app, and making our HTML/CSS more mobile friendly. We’re also developing a line of new products from the ground up to meet the evolving needs of our clients and to expand into new markets.
We’re looking for a well-rounded developer to join our team and help us grow. You’ll have the opportunity to work in many areas - with different technologies, on different products, and for multiple clients.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Above all else, we’re looking for smart people who have a passion for what they do and are excited about learning new things. Specifically, you’ll need:
* Real-world experience building non-trivial web applications
* Value teamwork and collaboration - we’re a small team and work very collaboratively
* You have opinions about UI/UX design
* You know your way around a Unix shell
Bonuses:
* Rails experience. If you haven’t used Rails, you’ll need a willingness and capability to learn fast
* You have experience interacting with clients
* Front-end development skills, Javascript, HTML/CSS
* Mobile (iOS or Android)
COMPENSATION
* A competitive base salary
* Revenue sharing
* Healthcare stipend if needed
* Training, tutorial, and books budget
* Attend a conference of your choice annually on us
* New laptop of your choice
* An opportunity to be a crucial member of the team. You’ll play a part in steering the direction of our products. You won’t be a cog in a wheel.
HOW TO APPLY
Send an email to REDACTED_EMAIL with whatever you think best represents you: your github repo, a blog you write, a resume, a portfolio, code samples, etc.
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