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Evil Geniuses is hiring full-time (and part-time) web developers and web designers.
Since you’re reading this on TL.net, you most likely know who we are and what we do. But in case you don’t, we are Evil Geniuses; a fast-moving, highly-skilled new media agency which works with technology and other consumer brands interested in advertising to and engaging video gamers.
We’ve worked with Monster Energy, Intel Corporation, Kingston Technology, Anheuser-Busch, SkullCandy, Papa John’s, and many others on projects ranging from the design and development of digital marketing campaigns, to executing live event activations for tradeshows, to producing online gaming shows and tournaments.
We’re a fast growing company which has been featured in the New York Times, Forbes, CPU Magazine, Game Informer, and more publications than we can remember. But this is all a fancy way of saying we do a lot of cool stuff online which is viewed by millions of gamers each month.
Okay, that’s who we are, but here’s who we need.
The truth is we’re now gaining new clients so regularly that we can’t keep up, and in order to do so we need to increase our manpower substantially. So, we’re looking for US-based web developers and web designers who are eager to work within a highly creative environment of progressive people on projects which are just flat-out fun to create.
You’ll be given a supportive team of colleagues eager to make sure you have the freedom you need to do things the right way. We are constantly pushing each other and ourselves so we will expect no less from you. We want people who are aggressive in learning new technologies and techniques for fun, and also when projects demand it. We’ll give you projects which are exciting and fun, but which will test your skills.
And while we love people who aren’t gamers, we love gamers much more. Yes, that’s a cool thing called “favoritism,” folks! Given our projects are almost always gaming related, you better love gaming! And be engaged. Immerse yourself in the company, the gaming culture, and in your projects. We want people who understand what it means to embrace the opportunities they’ve been given.
Now for the nitty-gritty…
Web Developer
- Experience developing in a Linux server environment (PHP, Ruby, Python, and/or JavaScript – node.)
- Experience with front-end web technologies and methodologies, such as: HTML, CSS, Unobtrusive JavaScript, web standards and accessibility
- Experience with a variety of transport technologies and methodologies, such as: REST, JSON, XML, etc.
- Experience using internationalization and localization in your given programming language(s) and respective frameworks
- Experience with Git or Mercurial SCM. We might accept SVN users, but be ready to explain yourself
- Capable of developing custom backend solutions as well as leveraging existing third-party packages
- Ability to understand why Warhounds were not a good unit to balance the game
Web Dev Bonus Points
- Design-pattern informed software design and not just the trendy ones
- Open-source contributor (show us your street cred)
- Mobile development experience (native, mobile-web and/or cross-compiled)
Web Designer
- Expert knowledge of CSS/HTML/JavaScript as it pertains to design
- Experience with web usability, browser compatibility, and optimal site architecture practices
- Experience working with mock-ups and basic layout concepts as design foundations
- Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign (Flash / Fireworks are a plus)
- Strong time management and communication skills
- Strong understanding of new web technologies, social media, and their capabilities
- Ability to work with team of creative thinkers
- Inability to produce Widow Mines, play as Phantom Lancer, or think Zed is underpowered
Web Designer Bonus Points
- Have experience with product marketing, packaging, and UI design
- Expect revisions to your work; don’t assume your work is perfect
- Never stop learning; be someone who continues to improve
And now onto the treasure boxes that you’ll want to open…
- We’re interested in hiring for both part-time and full-time positions
- Salary will all be discussed privately
- Being local to San Francisco is a plus, but not required
- Having a wide knowledge of game genres and competitive formats is useful
Ok! Ok! How do I apply?
Please submit all resumes with updated portfolios to apply@myeg.net using subject line “<Web Developer / Web Designer > Application – <Your Full Name>”.
Other than that, you’re all set. We’re excited to post this job listing to the very community which has been so supportive of Evil Geniuses and the initiatives we’ve run over the past decade. Adding new faces to our company family is something we’re always eager to do when we can, so we encourage anyone even slightly interested to apply!
Thank you, and we’ll talk to you soon!
Evil Geniuses
