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Open positions:

Software Engineer

Creative Commons is on the look out for a new full-time Software Engineer to create, test, implement and maintain software for internal and external use by Creative Commons under the supervision of the CTO. A successful engineer will be comfortable working with multiple projects and varying deadlines on a small, dynamic team.

We would like the software engineer to be based in the San Francisco office, starting as soon as possible. Working from home/remotely is flexible on occasion. Salary is commensurate with experience.

We are currently taking applications at this time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Analyze user specifications and requirements.
  • Encode, test, debug, and document programs.
  • Prepare technical specifications, test plans and programs of a highly technical or *complex nature.
  • Write operational documentation.
  • Revise and update programs and documentation as required.
  • Investigate new technologies.
  • Support partners in the use of Creative Commons technologies.

Skill Requirements

  • Excellent knowledge of Python, PHP, SQL, XHTML, RDF, software design, engineering techniques and best practices.
  • Excellent debugging skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of Linux.
  • Excellent written and spoken technical communication.
  • Experience with developing User Interfaces.

Desired Skills

  • Experience building web applications using Python
  • Knowledge of Java and J2EE application development and deployment

How to apply

Please send cover letter, resume, and questions to:

Jennifer Yip
Operations Director
jennifer [at] creativecommons.org
fax: 415.278.9419

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