July26
Scrum Master / Software Engineer
Photometria Inc./TAAZ
Photometria Inc./TAAZ is an exciting technology startup focused on beauty and makeup with an Internet twist. We power virtual makeovers on the web sites of top cosmetics, media, and retailer brands as well as on our own destination site, TAAZ.com.
This position is responsible for running our internal Scrum process as well as working within that team. Responsibilities include working with customers, managing external dependencies for the team, tracking progress on user stories, running daily stand-up meetings, and all other tasks normally associated with the Scrum Master role. Because of the size of the team and the small number of external dependencies, some percentage of time will remain for assisting with development work as well, but that is not the primary focus of the role.
Requirements and Skills
Experience as a Scrum Master through multiple sprints. Candidates with strong experience using another agile process will also be considered.
3+ years of software development experience
Familiarity with consumer-oriented web site development
Excellent communication skills
A passion for working in small, fast-paced teams
A commitment to high-quality code
Startup work experience a plus
Spanish fluency a plus
An eye for good design a plus
Experience with Flex or Ruby a plus
Salary is commensurate with market rates for mid-stage startup companies. Compensation includes stock options. Benefits include on-site workout facility with locker rooms and showers, garaged parking, espresso and snacks, and catered lunches every Friday. To apply, please send your resume to position@photometria.com.
About TAAZ/Photometria Inc.
TAAZ is the brand name of the virtual makeover solution owned by Photometria Inc. Photometria is the world leader in virtual makeover technology. Photometria's flagship web site, TAAZ.com, won Connect's "Most Innovative New Product of the Year 2008" and has been featured in several online articles (TechCrunch, The Wall Street Journal blog, ZDNet, Yahoo finance, Kim Komando), print magazines (Oprah, Self, ShopSmart, Womens Wear Daily, Women's World) and television shows (MTV, CBS, NBC, Fox). TAAZ virtual makeover technology is powering the makeover tools on web sites of top brands, retailers, and media companies including EsteeLauder.com, InStyle.com, People.com, Revlon.com, iVillage, Virgilio.it, and Gala.de.
TAAZ /ta*az/ n. 1. Derived from the Hindi word Taaza, meaning fresh. 2. Related to the word Taj, which means crown; associated with beauty and love. 3. A definitive online destination celebrating beauty in its various forms; a blank canvas for women to experience a variety of different looks that bring out their best.