# \[JOBS\] Groundbreaking Start-Up Seeks Web Architect/Developer (London UK, Contract-to-Hire)

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**Created:** [March 9, 2009, 9:31pm UTC](https://www.ruby-forum.com/t/jobs-groundbreaking-start-up-seeks-web-architect-developer-london-uk-contract-to-hire/162426 "2009-03-09T21:31:27Z")\
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Hark & Company is a software & consulting start up which will address  
a universal organisational need, i.e. aggregating the thinking of many  
people in real time. Starting from the current planned functionality,  
algorithms, and interface (captured in use-cases, an Excel VBA  
prototype, and a clickable wireframe mock up), you will architect and  
lead the development of the first version of this groundbreaking  
collective intelligence web app.

General Duties

- Build the first version of a groundbreaking collective intelligence  
web app
- Choose the tools and select and manage the other members of the team  
as the need arises (developer(s), tester(s), designer(s)…)
- Start in april on a contract basis for 2-6 months then could convert  
into permanent position with agreement of both parties.

Requirements

- Strong knowledge of the selected technologies.
- Proven experience doing this kind of thing successfully.
- Ability to get things done well and fast.

Other details:

- This start up has more than sufficient seed funding to get this  
product to market; both the contract rate and employment package  
including stock options will be competitive.
- Own office with window. Aeron chair. 2 large flat screens. Unlimited  
snacks and technical books …
- London based.
- To apply, please email removed\_email\_address@domain.invalid. Candidates  
only.