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Apps 4 Climate Action challenges Canadian software developers to raise awareness of climate change and inspire action by using B.C. data in new applications for the web and mobile devices. Aside from over $40,000 in cash and prizes, the contest is an opportunity for talented programmers to get considerable exposure across the country.

To help get the creative juices flowing, SAP is hosting a Hackathon for programmers in the Vancouver area. This is an opportunity for developers to meet, get advice from SAP engineers on data visualization and web services access, see new sustainability solutions from SAP, find collaborators for projects, and start CODING your app for the contest!

Full details and registration details for this free event can be found here.

Look forward to seeing UBC’s talent there!

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When:

Thursday, June 17, 2010 - 17:00 to 21:00

Where:

SAP Yaletown, 910 Mainland Street

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The Office of the Chair for Women in Science and Engineering—Ontario is looking for senior level graduating computer science majors to take part in a 10 minute survey on career intentions. The password for the survey is career.

Passionate about using technology for social change‽ Want to be a part of the founding team of a promising start-up? If you are a self-motivated, entrepreneurial web developer then keep reading!

TheChange is a media platform for sustainability engagement, in a local context. People use our platform to shop, work and study for change while organizations use TheChange to connect with a highly targeted and motivated audience interested in their sustainability initiatives and opportunities. We launched TheChange.com on May 15th with the participation of over 50 of BC’s leading sustainable companies and NGO’s. We have big plans for future development. It’s an exciting time to join our team!

As the back-end development lead you will be responsible for hard coding and expanding the back end functionality of website. The current site was built in python/django, but now we’re transitioning to PHP.

Your work will include both new developments and modifications to existing build outs—you should be comfortable writing code from scratch and reworking pre-developed functions and features. You’ll be responsible for various additional tasks including bug fixes, server troubleshooting, and technical strategic input. You will work closely with our web design and marketing team members to develop and create a continually better customer experience. Growth and new challenges will be endless with this job as the company scales up at a continually faster pace.

This is not your regular 9–5 job. We are looking for someone who shares our vision, has an entrepreneurial spirit, a strong work ethic and is keen to be part of a start-up environment. If you are a motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal skills, and enjoy working in an agile and iterative development environment, then you’ll fit right in.

Please note: Our start-up is supported by a government program that funds innovative technology start-ups; this program requires that new hires are 30 years or younger and have post secondary education.

Recent graduates with a strong portfolio are encouraged to apply!

Qualifications

• Post secondary degree or diploma in a related field
• 3+ years of demonstrated web development experience
• Strong working ability in PHP
• Strong working knowledge of MySQL and experience building scalable database driven web sites
• Experience using open source software and services
• Knowledge of MVC frameworks (CakePHP, Codeigniter, Elgg)
• Basic sysadmin skills for Linux-based deployments
• E-commerce experience is preferred

Who you are

• Passionate about web technologies, usability and analytics
• Entrepreneurial spirit; you love iterating and shipping quickly and frequently
• Excited at the prospect of putting everything into your work
• A deep belief in learning through doing
• Excellent communicator with good project management skills
• Dedicated to constant refinement and improvement in every task you take on
• Understanding and interest in Web 2.0 concepts—social media, UGC, online communities
• You’re innately driven to create web applications that users love

Bonus

• Previous start-up experience
• Experience with the Elgg framework
• Experience with social media integration (Facebook Connect, Twitter API, etc.)
• Experience with Python an asset but not necessary

Why Join Us?

• Get involved with a start-up that has garnered early traction and grow with the company
• Lead technology development and use your skills to make a mark!
• We can offer a base salary and equity participation

We Want to Hear From You!

For more information, see this page. Please direct all inquiries and résumés to [email protected]. Please include links to previous projects!

Do you want the ability to work on an exciting project and get paid to work in your own time?

Zyania Creative Solutions is looking for a dedicated programmer who can work independently on an exciting website.

Skills Required:

• Must be able to use Javascript and AJAX proficiently
• Must be able to use Flash proficiently
• Must be good with Photoshop
• Compensation—TBD
• Must be in Computer Science with a background in Programming

You may be tested on your proficiency with your skills in the above areas.

Please submit a portfolio of your work to [email protected].

We are looking for software developers with a winning combination of passion, skills, experience and dedication to join our team. As a software developer in our company, you will not just be involved in all aspects of the software development process, but also be encouraged to provide input on future projects, code processes and company direction. You will also be making heavy use of the latest & greatest technologies, so a craving for learning new things is a must.

Do you love programming?
Do you have a thirst for knowledge?
Are you into being challenged?

If the answer is YES and you are looking for not just a job, but a career with endless opportunities… allowing you to make your mark in the world of technology, then PDFTron is the right place for you!

Full position details and how to apply can be found at: http://pdftron.com/aboutus/softwareDeveloper_newgrad.html.

ABOUT PDFTron:

Specializing in PDF, SVG, XPS and other graphics technologies, PDFTron Systems Inc. is a leading global provider of cross-platform, high-performance developer tools and components, including one of the most advanced PDF libraries on the market: PDFNet SDK. Forward-thinking, customer-centric, and quality-obsessed are some of the distinguishing traits making PDFTron the primary resource for developers, systems integrators, OEMs and IT experts in essentially all industry areas. PDFTron has built a substantial market presence with thousands of clients worldwide.