# Hiring Lead Programmer {Dynamic Imaging}

**URL:** <https://www.ruby-forum.com/t/hiring-lead-programmer-dynamic-imaging/92196>\
**Category:** Rails\
**Created:** [April 17, 2007, 12:06am UTC](https://www.ruby-forum.com/t/hiring-lead-programmer-dynamic-imaging/92196 "2007-04-17T00:06:53Z")\
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**Post date:** [April 17, 2007, 12:06am UTC](https://www.ruby-forum.com/t/hiring-lead-programmer-dynamic-imaging/92196/1 "2007-04-17T00:06:53Z")

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We are seeking to hire a lead programmer to build a dynamic Web-based  
imaging module which will enable users to upload a digital image or  
photograph to the site and choose from thousands of combinations of  
mattes and frames. We will output the file via high resolution  
printers on site and matte/frame the image in our state-of-the-art  
manufacturing facility at a fraction of the cost of having it done at  
a local framing shop. This application will be the core of a new  
division within the well-established parent company; therefore, it  
will be a huge opportunity for the right individual. You must show a  
deep understanding and conceptualization of dynamic imagery (load  
balancing, rendering speeds, etc.)

Candidates should possess the following:

- Proven ability to create dynamic, code driven graphics (samples  
required.)
- Specialization within an application framework (Ajax or FLEX2  
(Apollo)) and desire to prove it?s the best platform for dynamic image  
generation.
- Expert knowledge of PHP, PERL, and/or Ruby. (We will defer to  
programmer in terms of the best language for this project. We feel  
that the language is less important than the programmer?s ability to  
create this application.)
- Advanced database (MySQL) knowledge and follow ?best practices? in  
regards to setup (naming conventions, normalization, comments,  
performance, etc.)
- Clean, modular coding practices (separation of behavior from  
presentation, thorough comments, etc.)
- Knowledge of (ideally contributor to) open-source technologies.
- Understanding of the handling and the transferring large files  
online.
- Proven ability to create dynamic, code driven graphics (samples  
required.)
- Advanced level Adobe Photoshop and/or GIMP.
- Ability to provide consultative input regarding enhancements and  
related technologies to the company and other disciplines.

Note: You will not be expected to do the actual design for the site;  
though, you should possess a decent understanding of CSS.

We envision this as a full-time freelance position moving to a staff  
position with full benefits if mutually agreeable. Dedicated  
freelancers are encouraged to apply. Preference will be give to local  
(Philadelphia) applicants, but all applicants will be considered.

Only candidates with links to online work, and/or online portfolios  
will be considered.

Please send resume and samples to removed\_email\_address@domain.invalid.