Senior Web Developer/Architect - United States

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About Us
Hands On Network leads a national civic movement bringing people together to
tackle tough community problems through service. We are a growing network of
local nonprofit organizations that act as civic action centers—helping people
“be the change” in their communities through effective volunteer action. The
Hands On approach inspires volunteers, creates leaders, and changes lives.
Hands On Network is rooted in the belief that every individual has the power
to make a difference. We know that engaged citizens are the cornerstone of a
vibrant democracy, and that effective volunteer action is a path to broader
civic involvement. Hands On is a proven approach to community gain, a unique
network of innovative organizations, and a broad movement advancing civic
engagement. Our work is characterized by action, innovation and impact.
Summary of Duties:
The Senior Web Architect will assist in the overall development of a
web-based CRM system that is used by our 40+ regional affiliates. You will join
an energetic 3-person team with a goal of using technology to create social
change.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Development and maintenance of CRM application, including software
     development in PHP, JavaScript, CSS and HTML, as well as database
     administration in PostgreSQL (40%)
• Writing detailed software functional specifications and release notes
     (20%)
• Acting as a “level 2” technical support representative (10%)
• Testing and troubleshooting of existing software (10%)
• Managing deployments of our application to new customers, including data
     imports, DNS transfers, and e-commerce configuration (10%)
• Development and maintenance of our national web site (using the Mambo
     CMS)
• Designing new features based on customer business requirements
• Researching, selecting and integrating other software components to be
     used within existing applications
• Designing SQL queries on demand to support various data reporting needs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Successful candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, five
years of industry experience, and the following experience:

• 3+ years and expert-level knowledge of object-oriented PHP
• 3+ years of administration of SQL-based relational databases (ideally
     PostgreSQL)
• 3+ years (strong working knowledge) with JavaScript and CSS
• Fundamental knowledge of Linux and Apache server administration
• Familiarity with the operation of content management systems (ideally
     Mambo)
• General knowledge of web security issues
• Experience with source code control systems, defect tracking,
     configuration management, and large system deployment procedures
• Experience in the maintenance of large (100,000+ lines of code) web
     applications.
• Prior hardware/software/and MIS support preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Experience with Microsoft Office suite is a must. An ideal candidate would
have exposure working within the non-profit sector. Occasional travel is
required. Background and understanding of the national service movement is also
very helpful.
Facts About Hands On Network

• Hands On Network has offices in San Francisco (downtown) and in Atlanta
     (midtown). This position will be filled in one of these two locations.
• We have 55 full-time employees with expansion expected this year.
• The culture is entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and focused on excellence.
• For more information see our website at http://www.handsonnetwork.org
     

Cultural

• An entrepreneurial spirit and creative approach to strategy development.
• A commitment to community service and the mission of Hands On Network.
• Individual must be able to thrive in an environment that is
     characterized by significant growth, diversity and constant change.
• Able to prioritize and multitask, working efficiently and able to
     address a wide variety of considerations.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience, with a benefits
package.
Anticipated Start Date: Immediately.
To Apply:
Interested persons should mail or email a cover letter, resume and salary
requirements to:
Senior Web Architect Search

c/o Hands on Network

330 Townsend St., Suite 16

San Francisco, CA 94107

NO PHONE CALLS ACCEPTED.
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