Full Stack PHP / Python Developer

Company Description Veredus recently named one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for in 2012 by Staffing Industry Analysts! Job Description Full Stack PHP Python Developer Contract to Perm Washington, D.C. Our client is seeking a media savvy Full Stack PHP Python Developer for a wide variety of Internet projects including: custom CMS solutions, multimedia sites, APIs for content syndication, and web applications designed to serve our editorial or marketing teams. The selected Developer will work in a fast paced continuous deployment environment on three main websites. With 20 million monthly unique visitors across the three sites, this is a chance to work on high profile websites with a track record of sustained growth. This is an opportunity to work with our clients product, edit, and sales teams to define and execute our digital products. The ideal candidate will be intellectually curious and highly practical, with the willingness and ability to handle a wide variety of challenges. Our client aims to be innovative and efficient as we seek to expand the reach of our brand and impact of our ideas. Full Stack PHP Python Developer Responsibilities Include: Participating in a team-oriented environment to develop new web-based applications (desktop and mobile) Maintaining existing Python, PHP, and JavaScript codebases, including troubleshooting bugs and developing new features Brainstorming and developing ways to improve our content and ad delivery across multiple devices Balancing a variety of concurrent projects while meeting deadlines Demonstrating attention to detail while implementing technical specifications Full Stack PHP Python Developer Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate: Proven hands on experience working in a LAMP environment Ability to define and communicate a technical vision, possessing excellent verbal and written communication skills Detailed knowledge of object oriented programming concepts and application design and the ability to apply them to Python or PHP projects Experience working with MVC web frameworks (Django preferred) Experience with version control systems (GIT preferred) Ability to follow established coding styles (such as PEP 8 for Python or Zend for PHP) Knowledge of SQL and relational database design and optimization Comfortable using Linux Unix command line Able to write valid, semantic HTML CSS Willingness to learn new skills, frameworks, and programming languages as necessary Technical problem-solving skills, ability to succeed in a fast-moving high-demand environment, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves when necessary Key skills: Django, Python, PHP, MySQL and JavaScript Preferred: mobile development experience Follow us on our BLOG to see more jobs like this: http:dc.vereduscorp.com Why Veredus? Candidates work with a professional recruiter whose average experience is eight years in the industry. That means they have intimate knowledge of the Information Technology industry and market trends-who is in demand now and who will be next. Your Veredus Recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and desires. They also counsel their candidates in resume writing, interviewing, and career planning so when theres a position you really want, youre fully prepared to get it. Additionally, Veredus provides the following benefits: Medical Benefits Consultant Lunches and Outings Dental Benefits Life Insurance (20,000 benefit) Vision ATOP-Accrued Time Off Program 401K Consultant Web-Site Name Plates Care packagesSurvival packs Dedicated Consulting Services Representative Veredus recently was ranked as Best Staffing Firms to Work for 2012 by Staffing Industry Analysts in a recent survey Nervous about an upcoming interview Want to be as prepared as possible Copy and paste the link below and you will have access to the Veredus Interview Prep Video - culled from hundreds of years of collective experience in preparing candidates for that all important job interview: http:vereduscorp.comcareer-center Additional Information Why Veredus? Candidates work with a professional recruiter whose average experience is eight years in the industry. That means they have intimate knowledge of the Information Technology industry and market trends-who is in demand now and who will be next. Your Veredus Recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and desires. They also counsel their candidates in resume writing, interviewing, and career planning so when theres a position you really want, youre fully prepared to get it. Additionally, Veredus provides the following benefits: o Medical Benefits o Consultant Lunches and Outings o Dental Benefits o Life Insurance (20,000 benefit) o Vision o ATOP-Accrued Time Off Program o 401K o Consultant Web-Site o Name Plates o Care packagesSurvival packs o Dedicated Consulting Services Representative