Careers & Opportunities

Text Link Ads is always seeking dynamic, driven individuals to join our growing team. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, a balcony with a view of Lower Manhattan. Our career opportunities are always changing, so please check back regularly!

Text-Link-Ads is located directly in the center of the flourishing Financial District of Lower Manhattan.

Available Positions

• Web Applications Developer

  Text Link Ads is seeking a Web Developer with strong web design & software development skills to join our growing team and help improve and expand the company's offerings including our text-based advertising network. We are seeking a seasoned professional who is capable of consistent production of quality software in a fast-paced but relaxed environment - be ready to work hard, but enjoy yourself in the process.

  The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of full-time development experience with PHP, and a working knowledge of (X)HTML, CSS and Javascript. An understanding of the Web 2.0 development standards, database architecture and clean, maintainable code will be crucial to success on this. PHP Development experience must include usage of version 5.x, and it's object oriented features. Serious experience on MySQL is required; candidates must know how to both write, maintain and optimize queries with multi-table joins.

  Because of the nature of our business, strong communication skills are an absolute requirement. You will be working closely with our business and development team to complete tasks: the ability to understand and make yourself understood in both written and spoken mediums is crucial to this position. Additionally, you should be comfortable with a fast paced, small team environment - the ability to take ownership of and pride in your work is crucial for success.

  The following core skills are sought:

  • PHP
  • MySQL
  • AJAX / JSON
  • Object Oriented programming concepts & their application in PHP 5+
  • Web 2.0 concepts
  • Version Control knowledge (CVS & Subversion)

  The following skills qualify an 'exceptional' candidate:

  • Linux (Red Hat Enterprise/Debian)
  • Perl, Python or Ruby Programming (System/Web level)
  • Systems tuning - Apache, PHP & MySQL
  • Experience with Agile methodologies such as SCRUM

  This position is on-site in New York City (Downtown/Financial District). Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate telecommuting/relocation at this time, so please don't ask. Direct candidates only; no recruiter contacts please.

  Salary is DOE but highly competitive; we provide an excellent company paid Health, Vision and Dental benefit, as well as a matched 401k.

  Please be prepared to demonstrate your knowledge.

  Send a resume and cover letter to techjobs@text-link-ads.com