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Stuffstr

Sr. Developer

CompanyStuffstr
Websitestuffstr.com
RoleSr. Developer
Typefull-time
Role taxonomySoftware EngineeringSenior
SpecialtiesSoftware Engineering
LocationLondon
Salary
Apply viaEmailjobs@stuffstr.com
Hiring notes
TechRubyRailsPostgreSQLML/AI
Parsed locationsLondon
Posted bypauldavis
PostedAug 1, 2019
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Original posting

Stuffstr | London | Sr. Developer | ONSITE | FULL TIME | https://www.stuffstr.com Stuffstr integrates with brand retail partners to operate embedded recommerce on their behalf. Stuffstr lets you capture the value of used stuff, regardless of condition. Stuffstr makes it super easy. No listings, no shipping, no hassle: just the instant gratification of making some money and helping save the planet at the same time. Stuffstr recently completed a successful pilot, and we’re growing our software and physical logistics capabilities to support more volume and more partners in more locations. To enable that growth, we are hiring an experienced senior developer to be the core of our London-based development organization. Tech overview Stuffstr integrates with brand retail partners by providing a REST API and a web interface via HTML and JS. Ruby on Rails + AI engine to determine prices of goods and optimise operations + PostgreSQL + DynamoDB + various services Role and duties Design and develop new features and perform forward-looking investigations of new capabilities + Agile, iterative environment with direct user contact + Flexible work times and locations, as the leader of a distributed team + Frequent physical presence in London + Understand existing platform code to provide fast response for fixes and updates + Establish a culture of development excellence + Lead the creation of internal development processes Ideal candidate qualifications Full-stack developer with >5 years of relevant experience + Mature and responsible; able to work independently toward a goal with limited supervision + A zeal for writing performant, maintainable code that provides experiences that delight users + Belief in the Stuffstr mission: no unused stuff How to apply Send a message to jobs@stuffstr.com explaining why this position is a great fit for you, and what excites you the most about it. Be sure to attach your CV, and include a GitHub or other public repo link if you have one.