econd Story is reviewing resumes of versatile Web application programmers for full-time or contract positions. Candidates should have experience with object-oriented programming and relational databases as well as a desire to explore new and emerging technologies for UI development. You must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment, and be detail-oriented with excellent communication skills.

• One or more programming languages, such as PHP, Perl, Java/JSP, Ruby, ActionScript, or C++, and a proven ability to learn new languages and technologies as needed
• Creating databases and writing SQL queries
• Web application development, including front end and back end issues
• XHTML, CSS, and dealing with browser bugs; knowledge of accessibility issues and Section 508 is a plus
• Symfony, Rails, or similar Web application frameworks
• Developing code to realize information structure, user interface, and visual design

If you are an innovator and want an excellent opportunity to bring your skills and learn some new ones, please send your resume to careers@secondstory.com. Examples of past work are appreciated. No phone calls please.

Second Story creates informative and entertaining interactive experiences in the form of media-rich storytelling presentations, online collections, interpretive installations, and database-driven applications. Since its founding in 1994, the Second Story team of creative artists, producers, writers, animators, and programmers has developed over 200 award-winning interactive projects. The studio takes pride in providing clear and intuitive access to archives, artifacts, and information as well as staging compelling narratives using digital media, both online and in situated kiosks and presentations.