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Want to be a Mumsnet Tech?

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Tech · 29/11/2007 14:34

Want to be a Mumsnet Tech?

DSC, Mumsnet's technology partner, has a vacancy for a full time Java developer, to work solely on Mumsnet.

The position is based in North London, with some possibilities for working from home and/or flexible working hours.

We're looking for someone with an excellent level of Java programming ability and the ability to write concise, efficient, maintainable web applications. Additional supporting skills required are detailed knowledge of SQL, HTML and CSS. No previous commercial experience is necessary, but you will be expected to be able to demonstrate your technical skills. If you can provide examples of projects you've worked on online, that would be great.

Above all, this role would suit a well rounded, bright and enthusiastic person with a wide range of technical skills. Additionally, you can expect to gain exposure to a variety of modern web development tools and techniques, learning from other experienced and successful members of the team.

Mumsnet is a well established but still fast growing parenting website with over 350,000 monthly unique users. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented developer to shape its technological future.

If you'd like to apply, please do so here

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FluffyMummy123 · 29/11/2007 14:34

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HuwEdwards · 29/11/2007 14:35

What is this strange "SQL, HTML and CSS" language of which you speak, tech?

fryalot · 29/11/2007 14:36

would we have to provide our own shed, or does that come as part of the relocation package?

sparkybabe · 29/11/2007 14:36

I'm well-rounded! And bright (sparky, really) and enthusiastic. Java? Wassat?

ChristmasShinySnowflakes · 29/11/2007 14:36

CSS ....as in ME?

quandry · 29/11/2007 14:37

"The position is based in North London, with some possibilities for working from home and/or flexible working hours."

WOT? NO SHED?!

wardrobemistressakasugarfree · 29/11/2007 14:37

I would love to but sadly don't understand most of the OP.

JeremyVile · 29/11/2007 14:37

ME!!

I LOVE coffee.

Do I get the job?

Wotzupnow · 29/11/2007 14:38

Shouldn't you pay for this ad?

Wotzupnow · 29/11/2007 14:39

Are they overworking you Tech? Are we too demanding?

PrettyCandles · 29/11/2007 14:40

No you can't have dh! I'd never be able to post again. Besides, I'm not sure I really want him working from home too often.

RGPargy · 29/11/2007 14:41

Oh i would love to be a tech!!!!

Shame i dont know Java. I can just about do HTML tho!

mellowma · 29/11/2007 14:42

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Miaou · 29/11/2007 14:50

Sigh ... dh could fulfill all of those requirements - except the "working in London" bit. I think it might not be feasible to commute from Caithness ...

Hekate · 29/11/2007 14:57

Do we get to be on the interview panel?

Question 1 - have you ever eaten grapes in a supermarket?

Aitch · 29/11/2007 14:58

tech i sent you another email, rather pathetically... did you get it?

Tech · 29/11/2007 16:14

yes, aitch, I got it. I'll drop you a line.

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Columbia · 29/11/2007 16:16

Tech this doesn't mean you're leaving us, does it?

sparkybabe · 29/11/2007 16:17

Question 2 - Do you secretly think that Poinsetias are really rather nice?

flowerybeanbag · 29/11/2007 16:17

I could be a Tech - I have excellent switching-off-and-on-again experience...

Hekate · 29/11/2007 18:05

Question 3 - cna yuo erad tihs snetnace?

GeekBoy · 30/11/2007 12:33

Full-time junior developer I'm guessing by the questions? ;-) Java still sucks..

NotQuiteCockney · 30/11/2007 12:37

Ok, I understand why java and html are needed, but why is Cansei de ser sexy relevant?

What part of North London, anyway?

RabbitBurns · 30/11/2007 12:38

Hmm... would I get Delete privileges?

RabbitBurns · 30/11/2007 12:38

Tech, have emailed you re the other thing (lapin here)

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