Open Query Job Opportunities

Arjen & gang are looking for skilled and enthusiastic colleagues!

bluehackers bannerAt Open Query, we aim to provide a low/no-stress work environment. See it as a lifestyle choice rather than a job. We offer ongoing part-time contracts with a guaranteed minimum number of hours, as well as an agreed maximum. So you can have more free time, or do other things. We pay decent rates so you may find that part-time is quite sufficient for your life needs. Yes, we're flexible, but we do take commitments seriously. Up to a point, it doesn't matter where you are! Contact us, and we'll discuss...

 

Essentials

  • intermediate/advanced/guru level practical skills in MySQL schema/query design, server administration (strong DBA skills/experience), replication (do you know MMM) and tuning.
  • expertise with common dev and deployment infrastructure (mainly Linux but also other *nix and Windows);
  • self-motivated, ability to work independently (from anywhere - good Internet access required);
  • excellent written/verbal English.

Being a small company, the range of possible work tasks can be quite diverse, although you are not required to be able to do everything. That said, your application will be more highly regarded if you exhibit a broad range of skills and interests (showing you're motivated and a quick learner), both directly technical and otherwise.

 

Desirable abilities

  • System and network administration;
  • Configuration of Apache and other application servers;
  • PHP, Java and other scripting languages;
  • comfortable public speaker;
  • shell and Perl scripting;
  • freedom to travel without restriction;
  • C/C++ programming.

 

Range of possible tasks

  • remote and on-site consulting on MySQL and related technologies;
  • development of internal and external supporting tools, documentation;
  • assisting OSS projects and public forums with MySQL expertise;
  • speaking and helping out at user groups and conferences;
  • teaching highly interactive Open Query course days for MySQL and related technologies;
  • development of training materials, tutorials, how-tos, short articles, blog posts.

 

Core Technologies

  • MySQL
  • Eventum (PHP) issue tracking
  • Drupal 6 (openquery domains)
  • WordPress (ourdelta.org)

 

Sounds Good! What Next?

Detailed applications (resume in plain txt please) to:

    l e a r n (at) o p e n q u e r y (dot) c o m

Asking questions is encouraged! You want the gig, you "work" for it. Your initial message to us may already indicate inventiveness, attitude, approach, and so on. (For instance, sending us an MS Word DOC or DOCX file containing your resume is a fail. Feel free to use MS Word, as long as you communicate in a format that others can deal with easily.)