Geekup
What is GeekUp?
GeekUp is a community of web designers, web developers, and other tech-minded folk from the UK. It's a grassroots knowledge sharing and networking social for folks involved or interested in the web and technology industry. Monthly events take place in Chester, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Preston and Sheffield.
Who can attend GeekUp?
While the focus for GeekUp is predominately web related anybody involved in the technology industry is more than welcome to attend a GeekUp. The monthly events are free, we just ask that you buy your own beer.
Geekup also provides a job list for potential employement. Here are a few of the jobs recently posted:
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Ruby on Rails Developer at Stardotstar
At Stardotstar, we’re looking for a passionate Rails developer to join us creating delightful content, tools and toys that improve people’s lives.
Would you enjoy working in a small but dynamic team in central Manchester on a variety of interesting projects and products?
iPhone Coder at Creative North
C++ fluent would be superb!!! Ideally we are looking for someone experienced and ready to join the team here in the studio on a full time basis - look forward to hearing from you (whoever you may be!)
SharePoint Developer / Consultant at Building Blocks
Building Blocks are a Microsoft Gold Partner specialising in the design and development of websites and web applications.
We are looking for an experienced Sharepoint developer/consultant to work on the design and development of customer solutions. You must be aware of all aspects of SharePoint including enterprise search, portals, collaboration, forms and business processes. Please see the attached link for full job details.
KTP Associate - Software Developer at Manchester Metropolitan University & Thinspace Ltd
We are looking for a Software Developer who wants the opportunity to design and develop an innovative new network management solution. As a lead developer you will have significant influence on deciding which technologies, platforms and software to use in the project. Full details can be found on our website.
Digital Strategist at Dinosaur
Digital Strategy Manager required with 5+ years relevant digital experience to work across Dinosaur’s portfolio of clients, including Adidas, The Co-operative and Pets at Home.
Senior Ruby on Rails Developer at Whitespace
Great opportunity for Senior RoR developer with minimum 4 years commercial experience. Award winning agency producing sites and apps for blue chip clients, Great team and a fab location in brand new offices in heart of Sheffield city centre professional district.
IT Support Technician at Ixis IT
Ixis IT are seeking a systems support technician to join their team.
The role will be based at our office in Daresbury near Warrington. You will be working in a busy and diverse IT environment working in a small team of three supporting clients based across the UK. Your main roles will be providing 1st line support to end users and the associated server infrastructure for a range of businesses. You must have the ability to handle user phone calls & email politely and efficiently and be a team player.
Zend Framework Developer at CTI Digital
Do you: i) Love developing for the web? ii) Have experience with Zend Framework? iii) Want to work in a friendly environment with a diligent & pragmatic team?
Then CTI Digital might just be the right place for you…
Flex UI Freelancer at Anthony Hodges Consulting
We’re looking for a Flex User Interface Developer.
You would work closely with our in-house development and design teams on a web application targeted at the Australian Superannuation market.
- Immediate start
- 2-3 weeks with potential for extension
Requirements
Java Portlet Developer at Anthony Hodges Consulting
AHC requires a Java Portlet developer to build and maintain solutions utilising Liferay. Candidates should be flexible, able to work to deadlines and open to learning new skills.
Requirements
- BSc/MSc in Computer Science or related degree – minimum 2:1
- Minimum 3 years commercial experience (client-facing)
- Strong database design and development skills
- Strong grasp of software engineering principles and best practices
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