Careers: Jobs at Nolo

Nolo, a subsidiary of Internet Brands, Inc., offers a unique opportunity to work in a small, established and nationally respected company.

Current Openings

Technology
PHP Architect/Lead
Drupal/PHP Engineer

Editorial
Legal Authors

Technology

PHP Architect/Lead

Pleasanton based Nolo has a current opening for a Lead PHP Developer. You will be responsible for working closely with the product team to develop new features and frameworks for our websites. You'll also play an integral role in maintaining and improving site performance. We are looking for candidates with a proven track record in developing PHP/MySQL products and web services with experience or interest in mentoring development staff as needed.

Ideal Skills:

5+ Years PHP OOP programming experience.
Experience with front-end technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
Experience with complex SQL queries and database schema design.
Experience working with MVC frameworks.
Experience with memcache.
Experience with SEO concepts a plus.
Experience with page load optimization a plus.
Experience with unit testing a plus.
Experience working in a collaborative team environment using tools like issue trackers (Jira) and version control software(Subversion.).
Stable work history and an ability to collaborate effectively.
Knowledge of consuming and creating Web Services.
Experience with CMS systems like MovableType, Wordpress a plus.
Experience with other programming languages such as Java, .NET, Perl, Python, Ruby a plus.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including a casual work environment in Pleasanton.

To apply, please visit: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CARSDIRECT&cws=...

Drupal/PHP Engineer

PHP Developers will be utilizing the Drupal API to solve business needs in creative and novel ways. Individuals in this role must be conceptual thinkers yet highly executional; collaborating from the earliest stages through the entire project life cycle. Our Developers own feature development, building community-driven and social networking functionality following Drupal coding and Web Standards to achieve consistent, compelling online experiences. Your code will be running on a high-traffic, high-availability production environment. Best of all, we have fun and are open to new ideas and approaches.

Responsibilities:

Design and develop scalable, modular, and manageable production features defined by product team using various design patterns and a combination of contributed and custom Drupal modules.
Work with team members to establish best practices and procedures to maximize efficiency and minimize risk.
Other corporate related activities to help company attend maximum efficiency and productivity.

Requirements:

Senior-level PHP (4/5) skill with strong knowledge of SQL relational databases.
Excellent attitude and personal skills, be committed and focused.
Strong communications skills.
4+ years professional coding experience.
Working knowledge/experience using the Drupal API a huge bonus.
Experience building scalable internet eCommerce and/or social networking applications.
AJAX, jQuery and XML-RPC experience.
BS or MS degree in Computer Science or Engineering or related field.
Experience administering LAMP stack, SVN/CVS.

This position is working out of our offices in Pleasanton, CA.

Please submit resumes to http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CARSDIRECT&cws=...

Editorial

Legal Authors

Nolo, the oldest and foremost publisher of self-help legal books and software for consumers, and Internet Brands, a leader in online publishing for vertical markets, are seeking writers with a strong legal background to contribute well-written, informative articles to our portfolio of legal websites. These articles will require the ability to read and understand specific legal issues and statutes, and translate them into plain English for a general audience. Demonstrated legal expertise is required.

This is a 100% freelance, telecommuting position. Assignments, writing, editing, and submissions are all handled through our online system. All you need is a computer, internet access, and the ability to deliver clean, concise copy on a variety of legal topics.

Requirements include:

Ability to write in a professional, authoritative tone.
Legal experience is a must. (Please see below for specifications)
Strong research and fact checking skills.
Attention to detail and the desire to help provide accurate legal information to the online audience.

We are currently looking for strong writers with expertise in the following areas:

Bankruptcy Law – Must have a law degree and bankruptcy experience (preferably Chapter 7 or Chapter 13), be able to read and understand specific legal statutes, and write articles on the subject in an easily
digestible style.
Criminal Defense Law - Must be a lawyer with experience as a prosecutor or criminal defense attorney, able to understand statutes and case law, and capable of writing articles for a lay audience.
Disability Law - Must have disability law experience (lawyer, paralegal, etc.), be able to read and understand specific legal statutes, and write articles on the subject in an easily digestible style.
Family/Divorce Law – Must have divorce/family law experience, either as a lawyer or a paralegal with at least three years in the field of family law. Must be able read and understand legal materials, and translate
statutes and other legalese into plain English for non-lawyers, in the form of articles and FAQs.
Foreclosure Law - Must have foreclosure law experience(lawyer, paralegal, etc.), be able to read and understand specific legal statutes, and write articles on the subject in an easily digestible style.
Immigration - Must be actively engaged in immigration law practice (as a lawyer or paralegal), be familiar with immigration-related codes, regulations, and current policies, and be able to write articles on the
subject in an easily digestible style for laypersons.
Landlord/Tenant Law - Must have landlord/tenant law experience (lawyer, paralegal, etc.), be able to read and understand specific legal statutes, and write articles on the subject in an easily digestible
style.
Personal Injury Law - Must have personal injury law experience(lawyer, paralegal, etc.), be able to read and understand specific legal statutes, and write articles on the subject in an easily digestible style.
Real Estate Law - Must have real estate law experience(lawyer, paralegal), be able to understand identified legal statutes, and write articles on the subject in an easy-to-understand style.
Small Business Law - Must be a lawyer with small business law experience. Must understand business law issues and be able to write articles that are legally accurate, relevant, and comprehensive.
Tax Law - Must be a lawyer with tax law experience. Must understand tax law issues and be able to write articles that are legally accurate, relevant, and comprehensive.