Funded social networking startup seeks an experienced Front-End Engineer (Ruby/CSS/Javascript/AJAX) to help us design, build and improve the user experience for our consumer facing social media site.

You:

• Want to have a real impact on a consumer-facing, large-scale website from the earliest stages
• Are Independent and driven. Ability to own and drive forward sizable projects without close supervision
• Care deeply about user experience and interaction design
• Have extensive experience in Ruby, Javascript, CSS, HTML/DOM, AJAX and HTTP
• Have experience with test-driven development, agile methodologies
• Can provide examples of high-quality interfaces that you've built
• Live in the San Francisco Bay Area

Other technologies that would be helpful for you to know:

Git, Linux, HTML5, Canvas or Flash

Extra Credit for:

• Specific interest in local search or social networks
• Experience building mobile web sites
• Active participation in the UX/interaction design community (or equivalent blog)
• Visual design experience

Additional benefits:

• Team up with a world class development and management team at ground level
• A benefits package that includes competitive base pay, stock options, full medical benefits, and flexible work environment
• An tremendous growth opportunity from a technical and professional point of view

Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Principals only. No recruiters, please.