Dear all,<br><br>I've recently become aware of a London startup developing a product with some features in common with Referencer. I'd encourage anybody interested to check it out at <a href="http://www.mendeley.com">http://www.mendeley.com</a><br>
<br>Further, they're currently hiring, which I thought was worth publicising here in case any of you are interested: see below.<br><br>Cheers,<br>John<br><b><br>---<br><br>Job Offer: Software Engineer (Central London, UK)</b><br>
<br>Mendeley (<a href="http://www.mendeley.com/" target="_blank">http://www.mendeley.com</a>)
is developing social software and Web 2.0 tools to transform the way
science is done. Our vision is to create a "Last.fm for Research".
We're funded by and working with some of the people who built <b>Skype </b>and <b>Last.fm</b>, as well as prominent academics from world-class universities.<br>
<br>Mendeley consists of two parts: Mendeley Desktop, free
cross-platform software (Win, Mac, Linux) for managing and sharing
research papers, and Mendeley Web, a website for managing research
papers online, discovering research trends and connecting to
like-minded academics. If you want to be part of it, here's your
chance: We're currently <b>looking for a talented Software Engineer </b>to join our Mendeley Desktop team!<br>
<br><b>What you'll be doing:</b><br><ul><li>Conceptualize, design and implement front- and backend software components</li><li>Code using primarily C++ in a Qt Framework</li><li>Conduct design and code reviews</li><li>
Improve efficiency, scalability, and stability of various system resources</li><li>Shape Mendeley with your own ideas, enthusiasm and personality</li></ul><b>What you should ideally bring:</b><br><ul><li>Computer Science or Engineering degree</li>
<li>Expert knowledge developing and debugging in C++</li><li>Good experience working with Qt or similar toolkits</li><li>Knowledge developing for Windows and/or Mac</li></ul><b>What we offer:</b><br><ul><li>Work on a project that will make researchers' and scientists' lives happier</li>
<li>A fun and exciting start-up environment with a bright young team guided by experienced entrepreneurs</li><li>Competitive compensation package including company stock options</li></ul>Even
if you don't have all the qualities listed above, but think the
projects you've done speak for themselves – we'll be happy to get to
know you!<br>
<br>Send your CV and application letter to: <a href="mailto:jobs@mendeley.com" target="_blank">jobs@mendeley.com</a><br><br>Looking forward to meeting you!<br>The Mendeley Team