Agile Developer Startup firm with revenue base in downtown Chicago location seeks a star performer with entrepreneurial spirit to perform GUI Design and programming initially using PHP, Java Script and Apache Server in an agile development environment. Erlang experience is a plus. Must have ability to rapid learn and master new development tools. Background The firm has patented a market-clearing engine that makes aggregation commerce (group buying and group selling) feasible on the Internet. Many firms have tried various forms of reverse auctions to create a group-buying marketplace on the Internet. All failed, primarily because they motivated buyer and seller behaviors that kept buying groups small. The company's patented technology motivates buyer and seller behaviors that can realize the promise of aggregation commerce. The company is building its first aggregation marketplace in the financial services sector and is in active discussions to license its technology in other markets. The company seeks individuals who are in-tune with business agility and agile development processes. Role While PHP, Java script, and Apache knowledge has some immediate benefit in the first marketplace, the company places higher value on finding a sharp agile developer with superb skills and relevant experience who can learn whatever technology is required on the fly. Yes we are looking for the sharpest knife in the drawer. This individual needs to be flexible and smart, capable of quick adaptation, and able not only to survive but to thrive in a small elite team. As the initial market is in financial instruments, experience in trading firms would be beneficial. Potential Depends on the contribution made by the engineer. There is inherent risk in any start up so expect reward to follow if success occurs. The company plans to keep its core technology team as small as possible by recruiting only teammates with exceptional talent. We are looking for engineers who can do it all: invent new approaches, architect solutions, and lay down killer code. The company's business model anticipates building multiple firms that exploit the company's technology in different markets. Teammates will have an opportunity to participate in such new firms in whatever role is appropriate given their talents and interests. Career path can stay technical or move in other directions as we develop more markets. This is a ground floor opportunity for a gifted and ambitious developer. Salary 100 K - To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here