Open Source Developer Flat World Knowledge

We are seeking an expert-level Open Source Developer to join our team implementing our next-generation Open Textbook repository system as a core component of our existing open textbook platforms, developed in Python and XML. You are experienced:-

- Building and scaling back-end production systems
- Providing transaction systems & reporting for a high-volume production system
- Independent and creative thinker & coder, but also team-oriented

The role will report to and collaborate with CTO to deliver the next iteration of our digital-based platform for open textbooks, replacing existing system that manages custom book content for consumer/student delivery, including delivery of content for sale in multiple formats, including eReaders (i.e. iPad, Kindle, etc.). You will have the opportunity to take ownership of cutting-edge technology systems at an early-stage company.
Requirements:

- Experience building and maintaining back-end systems, on a Linux platform in a mixed open-source environment.
- Experience in Python &/or Ruby, and MySQL
- (optional) Experience with XML repositories, DocBook XML and XSL
- Comfortable with a start-up environment, agile practices, web-savvy business teams, and many tasks / responsibilities

This position is located in Irvington, NY (in Westchester).

Location:	Irvington, NY United States