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We are currenlty seeking a reliable contract software developer for full time participation on a two month open source project. Strong PHP/MySQL skills are required. Experience with Web 2.0 and an interest in current events and the environment would be great. Must have good communication skills and follows good coding and documentation practices. Experience with the Facebook Developer platform is preferred.

Qualifications:

• PHP/MySQL
• Performance and scalability experience related to PHP and MySQL
• Javascript 
• AJAX
• HTML/CSS, browser compatibility issues
• Experience with CVS/SVN
• Good communication skills
• Strong coding and documentation practices
• Start in early or mid-December
• Individual contractor, based in Seattle
• Willing to work collaboratively on site 1-2 days per week if needed

Please send resumes to jobs@newscloud.com in pdf form. Please use subject: "Software Developer II: <your name>". Replies without resumes will not be reviewed.

Replies from companies and individuals outside of Seattle will not be reviewed. That means no offshore responses as well.