Our very competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, paid vacations and holidays, 401 (k) with generous company match, cable discount and tuition reimbursement.
Starz Entertainment, LLC, is a premium movie service provider operating in the United States. It offers 16 movie channels including the flagship Starz® and Encore® brands with approximately 17.3 million and 30.7 million subscribers respectively. Starz Entertainment airs more than 1,000 movies per month across its pay TV channels and offers advanced services including Starz HD, Encore HD, Starz On Demand, Encore On Demand, MoviePlex On Demand, Starz HD On Demand, Encore HD On Demand, MoviePlex HD On Demand, and Starz Play.
Starz Entertainment (www.starz.com) is an operating unit of Starz, LLC, which is a controlled subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation, and is attributed to Liberty Entertainment Group, a tracking stock group of Liberty Media Corporation.
Primary Responsibility: As a software developer you will be a key contributor to one or more highly interactive scrum teams. As a member of the team you will be expected to participate in daily scrums, contribute to the forecasting and sizing of efforts, deliver working software to the definition of done and perform peer code reviews. You will be operating in a test driven development environment utilizing continuous integration and other software engineering best practices; this requires excellent team and technical skills. You may be required to be on call for the support of systems you construct or are familiar with.
The teams’ focus is on the implementation and support of composite solution components that form the fabric of our business support systems. The team is expected to provide technical solutions to improve business efficiency and expand capabilities. The solutions are distributed and service oriented, a solid foundation in object oriented programming, communications, and multi-threading is essential.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Produce working code to the definition of done.
· Adhere to coding standards, patterns and practices.
· Actively participate in daily scrum meetings.
· Perform peer code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
· Provide accurate estimations of effort and complexity for product and sprint backlog items.
· Work closely and professionally with other Agile Scrum team members including but not limited to SCM, DBA and QA.
· Give guidance to others when needed in areas of personal expertise.
· Exercise continuous self-improvement and participate in the improvement of others.
· Be self-motivated and exercise good judgment.
· Inspire others to grow and excel.
Education, Knowledge, and Experience:
· Advanced comprehension of C# and/or C++.
· Proficiency in .Net required.
· Experience in either Widows Workflow Foundation, Windows Presentation Foundation or Windows Communication Foundation preferred.
· Proficiency in XML, XPath and or XQuery.
· Experience with composite, distributed and service based solutions.
· Proficiency in Multi-threaded processing.
· Proficiency in object serialization and de-serialization.
· Experience with SOAP and Web Services.
· Proficiency in Direct show and COM preferred.
· Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or related field with a minimum 3 years’ experience or equivalent.
TO APPLY:
Apply on-line at www.starz.com. Or mail your cover letter and resume and reference the Job #158040HJ to: SEG, Attn: Recruitment Specialist, 8900 Liberty Circle, Englewood, CO 80112; fax to (720) 852-3248. Drug test req'd of successful candidate. No Phone Calls Please. EOE.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Webroot Software - IT Support Services Engineer
Webroot is currently hiring an IT Support Services (ITSS) Engineer.
This is an exciting newly created role within the global ITSS branch of the Webroot IT organization. This highly technical role will assist the team in desktop support & services delivery. The primary function will be to evaluate and propose new technologies, lead desktop & mobile technology projects and serve as an escalation point for complex technical issues for the ITSS team. This role will also be customer facing – a strong customer service orientation is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Function as 3rd level escalation for desktop/laptop/smartphone/connectivity related issues and function as expert technical resource for global ITSS team.
· Responsible for desktop computing, printing, mobile devices,
· Coordinate user and support issues among corporate sites to ensure timely distribution of knowledge and positive impact on user satisfaction and productivity.
· Attend training sessions offered within the group and assist in training workshops when required.
· Contribute and communicate user/technical service policies and procedures for products supported by the Client Services.
· Handle escalations as assigned.
· Develop Technical Proposals and written Reviews through Evaluation and Testing of Desktop and Mobile Technology.
· Create policies/procedures/knowledge base articles as required
· Lead or participate in corporate wide projects relating to new or upgraded technology.
· Acquire and maintain knowledge of relevant product offerings, current support policies, and methods of support delivery, in order to provide technically accurate solutions to users.
· Serve as technical advisor for ITSS Mgmt and assist in defining the technology roadmap.
· Function as a backup desktop support analyst to existing staff as requested by management.
· Carry a company issued cell phone and be available be able to provide 24x7 pager support during scheduled shifts.
· Adhere to official company, IT and Client Services policies.
Other Responsibilities That May Be Required:
Provide Account Administration
Business travel or off-hour support may be required
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
· 8+ years of experience supporting end-user computing, printing, video conferencing, mobile devices in enterprise, multi-regional environments. [at least 4 of those years in a senior desktop support role(s) (or comparable)].
· Expert knowledge of software and applications, including Windows XP, Vista; Microsoft Office, IE, enterprise-level Anti-Virus & Anti-Spyware software, diagnostic utilities.
· Early adopter and working knowledge of Windows 7
· Experienced supporting Mac hardware and Mac OS’s.
· Advanced knowledge of mobile devices, their OS’s, and associated apps. (Blackberries, iPhone, Droid, etc.)
· Experience using enterprise desktop management applications such as LanDesk, Altiris, Footprints
· Excellent technical knowledge of PC and Mac hardware (certifications, i.e. Dell certified)
· Experienced creating login scripts, wise packages, or other type of scripting
· Industry standard certifications such as MCSE, A+, MCDST required.
· Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Server 2003, Exchange, BES and DNS
· Good knowledge of networking protocols and components within a corporate WAN.
· Ability to work independently and excellent time management skills.
· Good basic project management skills
· BA/BS degree preferably related to computer science and/or equivalent work experience.
· Experience with enterprise security software is a plus
· Effective interpersonal skills and relationship-building skills.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language to both technical and non-technical audiences.
If you would like an opportunity to work with this widely recognized worldwide leader in technology security, send your resume to jlandau@webroot.com for consideration.
Principals only- no third parties, please. Webroot Software, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Webroot Software
Webroot provides industry-leading Internet security solutions for consumers, enterprises and small and medium businesses worldwide. Webroot products consistently receive top review ratings by respected third parties and have been adopted by millions globally. In addition to our award-winning business and consumer software, Webroot now protects enterprises with Webroot® Security Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). Webroot Web Security SaaS and Webroot E-Mail Security SaaS are subscription-based services that provide on-demand web, email and archiving solutions, giving organizations a flexible and cost-effective alternative to on-premise security.
This is an exciting newly created role within the global ITSS branch of the Webroot IT organization. This highly technical role will assist the team in desktop support & services delivery. The primary function will be to evaluate and propose new technologies, lead desktop & mobile technology projects and serve as an escalation point for complex technical issues for the ITSS team. This role will also be customer facing – a strong customer service orientation is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Function as 3rd level escalation for desktop/laptop/smartphone/connectivity related issues and function as expert technical resource for global ITSS team.
· Responsible for desktop computing, printing, mobile devices,
· Coordinate user and support issues among corporate sites to ensure timely distribution of knowledge and positive impact on user satisfaction and productivity.
· Attend training sessions offered within the group and assist in training workshops when required.
· Contribute and communicate user/technical service policies and procedures for products supported by the Client Services.
· Handle escalations as assigned.
· Develop Technical Proposals and written Reviews through Evaluation and Testing of Desktop and Mobile Technology.
· Create policies/procedures/knowledge base articles as required
· Lead or participate in corporate wide projects relating to new or upgraded technology.
· Acquire and maintain knowledge of relevant product offerings, current support policies, and methods of support delivery, in order to provide technically accurate solutions to users.
· Serve as technical advisor for ITSS Mgmt and assist in defining the technology roadmap.
· Function as a backup desktop support analyst to existing staff as requested by management.
· Carry a company issued cell phone and be available be able to provide 24x7 pager support during scheduled shifts.
· Adhere to official company, IT and Client Services policies.
Other Responsibilities That May Be Required:
Provide Account Administration
Business travel or off-hour support may be required
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
· 8+ years of experience supporting end-user computing, printing, video conferencing, mobile devices in enterprise, multi-regional environments. [at least 4 of those years in a senior desktop support role(s) (or comparable)].
· Expert knowledge of software and applications, including Windows XP, Vista; Microsoft Office, IE, enterprise-level Anti-Virus & Anti-Spyware software, diagnostic utilities.
· Early adopter and working knowledge of Windows 7
· Experienced supporting Mac hardware and Mac OS’s.
· Advanced knowledge of mobile devices, their OS’s, and associated apps. (Blackberries, iPhone, Droid, etc.)
· Experience using enterprise desktop management applications such as LanDesk, Altiris, Footprints
· Excellent technical knowledge of PC and Mac hardware (certifications, i.e. Dell certified)
· Experienced creating login scripts, wise packages, or other type of scripting
· Industry standard certifications such as MCSE, A+, MCDST required.
· Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Server 2003, Exchange, BES and DNS
· Good knowledge of networking protocols and components within a corporate WAN.
· Ability to work independently and excellent time management skills.
· Good basic project management skills
· BA/BS degree preferably related to computer science and/or equivalent work experience.
· Experience with enterprise security software is a plus
· Effective interpersonal skills and relationship-building skills.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language to both technical and non-technical audiences.
If you would like an opportunity to work with this widely recognized worldwide leader in technology security, send your resume to jlandau@webroot.com for consideration.
Principals only- no third parties, please. Webroot Software, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Webroot Software
Webroot provides industry-leading Internet security solutions for consumers, enterprises and small and medium businesses worldwide. Webroot products consistently receive top review ratings by respected third parties and have been adopted by millions globally. In addition to our award-winning business and consumer software, Webroot now protects enterprises with Webroot® Security Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). Webroot Web Security SaaS and Webroot E-Mail Security SaaS are subscription-based services that provide on-demand web, email and archiving solutions, giving organizations a flexible and cost-effective alternative to on-premise security.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
GCI - Operations Support Analyst III
Essential Duties of Position: Responsible for developing, implementing, and executing tools and processes to build, maintain, and enhance Kenan/FX billing and customer care environments. Troubleshoot and resolve issues in highly complex integrated billing systems. Automate existing processes to minimize staffing requirements and ensure reliable operation.
Candidate must have at least 4 years experience supporting multiple enterprise-wide billing & customer care systems like Kenan/FX. Concurrently, a minimum of five years of programming experience, three years of Oracle or SQL Server (i.e. SQL), and two years of Java/Perl/PL-SQL/shell programming.
Level of Education required to meet minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in information technology/systems or related areas desired. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Certifications Required: Oracle Certified Professional and Java Certified Programmer preferred, but not required.
Additional details and on-line application is available at www.gci.com/careers. GCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Contractor. M/F/D/V
Candidate must have at least 4 years experience supporting multiple enterprise-wide billing & customer care systems like Kenan/FX. Concurrently, a minimum of five years of programming experience, three years of Oracle or SQL Server (i.e. SQL), and two years of Java/Perl/PL-SQL/shell programming.
Level of Education required to meet minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in information technology/systems or related areas desired. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Certifications Required: Oracle Certified Professional and Java Certified Programmer preferred, but not required.
Additional details and on-line application is available at www.gci.com/careers. GCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Contractor. M/F/D/V
OppenheimerFunds - Senior Java Programmer
OppenheimerFunds, Inc. has been helping investors achieve their financial goals since 1960. We are one of the nation's largest and most respected asset management companies.
This Senior Programmer role will be part of OppenheimerFunds' Application Development team. The individual will participate in all aspects of the system development life cycle with specific focus on the development of technical requirements, technical design, estimates, construction, unit and integration testing of various application components.
Position Requirements:
* Provide system/project development and production support for a variety of applications and other initiatives in support of the Finance, HR, Legal, and Compliance teams:
* All aspects of the system development life cycle, with specific focus on application design, development, unit testing and deployment
* All aspects of system support to include problem resolution, preventative enhancements, on-call responsibilities and upgrades
* Interaction with other internal development teams, Quality Assurance, external vendors, business partners, and management
Required Skills
* A minimum 5+ years of Java programming and design experience (J2EE, JDBC, JMS, etc)
* A minimum 5+ years of experience with Java application servers including significant debugging of deployment and operational issues - WebLogic is a must have
* A minimum 5+ years of experience working with JSPs and Struts
* A minimum 5+ years of experience working with Oracle
* Experience creating and maintaining application data models (OLTP)
* Experience with building monitoring, alerting, and metrics to support on-going system analysis
* Significant system integration experience
* Proficient in UNIX
* Excellent interpersonal and written & oral communication skills
* Capable of working independently as well as an effective team member/leader
* Experience with different testing methods and understands strengths and weaknesses of each
* Can weigh pros and cons of various architectural decisions in light of project constraints
Preferred Skills.
* Knowledge of Sybase PowerBuilder and ASE technologies for the purposes of porting onto Java and Oracle or a desire to learn the former technologies and the execute an effort like this
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with FLEX
* 2-3 years of experience with XML/XSL/XSLT
* Web Services, including hands-on work with SOAP and UDDI
* Solid understanding of system lifecycle methodologies including agile, waterfall, RAD, etc.
* Previous experience with a financial services organization
OppenheimerFunds is a thriving organization which provides a positive work environment, professional challenges, competitive compensation, and work/life balance.
Please visit us at www.oppenheimerfunds.com to learn more about our company and career opportunities.
This Senior Programmer role will be part of OppenheimerFunds' Application Development team. The individual will participate in all aspects of the system development life cycle with specific focus on the development of technical requirements, technical design, estimates, construction, unit and integration testing of various application components.
Position Requirements:
* Provide system/project development and production support for a variety of applications and other initiatives in support of the Finance, HR, Legal, and Compliance teams:
* All aspects of the system development life cycle, with specific focus on application design, development, unit testing and deployment
* All aspects of system support to include problem resolution, preventative enhancements, on-call responsibilities and upgrades
* Interaction with other internal development teams, Quality Assurance, external vendors, business partners, and management
Required Skills
* A minimum 5+ years of Java programming and design experience (J2EE, JDBC, JMS, etc)
* A minimum 5+ years of experience with Java application servers including significant debugging of deployment and operational issues - WebLogic is a must have
* A minimum 5+ years of experience working with JSPs and Struts
* A minimum 5+ years of experience working with Oracle
* Experience creating and maintaining application data models (OLTP)
* Experience with building monitoring, alerting, and metrics to support on-going system analysis
* Significant system integration experience
* Proficient in UNIX
* Excellent interpersonal and written & oral communication skills
* Capable of working independently as well as an effective team member/leader
* Experience with different testing methods and understands strengths and weaknesses of each
* Can weigh pros and cons of various architectural decisions in light of project constraints
Preferred Skills.
* Knowledge of Sybase PowerBuilder and ASE technologies for the purposes of porting onto Java and Oracle or a desire to learn the former technologies and the execute an effort like this
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with FLEX
* 2-3 years of experience with XML/XSL/XSLT
* Web Services, including hands-on work with SOAP and UDDI
* Solid understanding of system lifecycle methodologies including agile, waterfall, RAD, etc.
* Previous experience with a financial services organization
OppenheimerFunds is a thriving organization which provides a positive work environment, professional challenges, competitive compensation, and work/life balance.
Please visit us at www.oppenheimerfunds.com to learn more about our company and career opportunities.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Cricket - Architect III
Cricket Communications, a subsidiary of Leap Wireless headquartered in San Diego, CA, is an affordable wireless service providing flat-rate unlimited products over high-quality, all-digital wireless networks that feature the latest technology. Cricket serves customers across the United States and is a pioneer of unlimited wireless services with no long-term commitments or credit checks required. Cricket offers customers access to a variety of the latest phones and mobile applications such as unlimited text, instant and picture messaging, Mobile Web, popular games and ring-tones.
We are a fast growing, entrepreneurial, fast-paced, fun place to work. We offer competitive pay; performance-based bonuses; free mobile phone and service; paid time off; and advancement opportunities.
Cricket values diversity and inclusion - when everyone is included, the possibilities are UNLIMITED! To learn more about other career opportunities, Cricket Culture and benefits please visit: http://www.mycricket.com/aboutcricket/careers/.
Position Overview
•The Architect III - Data Modeling & Design will be a key member of the Enterprise Data Management team responsible for enterprise database modeling and design deliverables for implementations, upgrades, assessments, and integration projects across the company. Provide experience with Data Management and Data Modeling capabilities to help customers address their complex business challenges - from enterprise value maximization and business case development, to program management and system configuration. Produce deliverables such as defining corporate data strategy and architectures, developing and maintaining enterprise data model, designing, modeling, and maintaining assigned enterprise database platform (OLTPs, ODS, Staging, and EDW/OLAP) models.
Essential Functions
•Accurately plans and manages the end to end delivery of Data Modeling related projects (enhancements, rollouts, upgrades).
•Ensures production of timely and high quality deliverables pertaining to Data Modeling capabilities and applications.
•Monitors project progress and status, conducts regular project reviews and provides regular project status reports.
•Participates in the shaping of Data Management strategy and architecture as we sunset legacy DB systems and move to more strategic Data platforms.
•Partner and work with IT Applications developers and IT Infrastructure/Operations DBAs to implement DB models.
•Develop and work with internal business customers to foster and grow focus on importance of Data Management, especially, Master Data Management, Data Quality, and Data Stewardship.
•Use industry best practices to develop database architectures and designs for large and medium sized complex web, database and data warehouse applications using standard software engineering tools.
•Develop complex components.
•Research and evaluate new tools and technology for use.
•Be a mentor to development staff.
•Manages expectations in relationship to timeline deliverables.
•Familiarity with TM Forum and its framework (NGOSS) and Model (SID) highly desirable.
•Experience in using and administrating corporate Enterprise Architect (MDG plug-in) or Rational toolset (Rational Apex, Rose, SoDA, ClearCase, etc.) highly desirable.
Key areas of focus include
•Enterprise Data Modeling strategy, design, and implementation, with an emphasis on developing the Cricket Enterprise Data Model.
•Database design and modeling of key corporate database platforms across the enterprise including OLTP, ODS, Staging, and DW/OLAP databases.
•In depth experience with Object Oriented Analysis & Design, Object Oriented Programming, UML, Design Patterns, Database Design, Data warehouse Design, Web Services, and Service Oriented Architecture.
Departmental Functions
•The Architect Data Modeling & Design leads and coordinates the technical effort in support of both Project Managers and the Program Manager and is responsible for deriving and translating business requirements; ensuring the data architecture integrates system components, including hardware, software, data, and procedures, to satisfy system requirements; applying architectural and engineering concepts to create database designs that are appropriately scalable, maintainable, securable, reliable, extensible, flexible, available, manageable, etc; ensuring that new databases are implemented to conform to enterprise data model, current strategies, and identify evolving business requirements.
•Serve as the lead technical resource and reference for the new databases, and help define appropriate customer support responses, as well as dealing directly with customers on high-level issues. Providing oversight and guidance of new database initiatives ensuring adherence to architectural principles. Be responsible for the timely delivery of defined database capabilities, which includes managing the expectations of management, communicating decisions and issues, and presenting critical information.
•Responsible for evaluation of external interfaces, broad database functions and issues, and implementation strategies, and is responsible for the integrity of the data architecture across the functional areas (architecture, system engineering, software development, and test engineering).
•Work with other architects on planning and implementation of the technical Enterprise Architecture, including both short and long term strategies for retiring certain legacy systems, integrating existing systems and new systems implementation recommendations. Participate in architectural governance activities, e.g. developing policies, procedures and standards for consistent use of reusable services within projects. Understand architectural best practices, processes and standards and apply them across a breadth of technologies to orchestrate solutions.
•Lead the evaluation of software vendors targeted for possible integration into the systems or environment, including strategic applications, tools and utilities
•Maintain an ongoing awareness of emerging developments and trends in technology that could impact current projects and influence new projects.
Education:
•B.S. in Computer Science or related discipline or equivalent experience.
Industry Experience:
•8 + years experience in data architecting, designing and implementing cross platform solutions in large enterprises.
•3+ years in database development and 3+ years experience architecting enterprise-level database applications, integrating proprietary and vendor-provided components.
Job Experience Required:
•1- 3 years Demonstrated experience in database application design, service-oriented architecture (SOA) and implementation projects for a large IT organization. Systems integration methods and technologies
•1 -3 years Experience with Object Oriented Analysis & Design, Object Oriented Programming, UML, Design Patterns, Database Design, Data warehouse Design, Web Services, and Service Oriented Architecture.
•1 -3 years Experience in development standards and frameworks such as BPMN, DoDAF-MODAF, TOGAF, Zachman, SysML, DDS or UML4ODP.
•1 -3 years Expertise in using and administrating corporate Enterprise Architect (MDG plug-in) or Rational toolset (Rational Apex, Rose, SoDA, ClearCase, etc.) highly desirable.
•1-3 years Broad set of skills to create a solution that provides interoperability and efficiency, and a cohesive infrastructure to support the goals of the business
•Experience deploying and supporting servers in a 7/24 production environment.
•Broad architectural experience, across OS (Windows, UNIX), Database (Oracle, DB2, SQL Server), application server (J2EE, .NET) and other technologies (MQSeries, JMS, Struts, Junit, etc.)
•Superlative written, verbal, and diagrammatic communication skills
Job Experience Preferred:
•3 years experience in Telecom or related industry.
•Experience with Java, TIBCO, BEA Weblogic, and/or IBM WebSphere is highly desirable.
Our full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:
•Medical, Dental and Vision
•Domestic Partner Coverage
•Company Paid Life Insurance
•Company Paid Dependent Life
•Company Paid Disability
•3 Weeks Vacation
•Sick time
•Holiday Pay
•Jury Duty Pay
•Travel Accident Insurance
•401(k) with Company Match
•Employee Assistance Program
•Tuition Assistance
•Flexible Spending Accounts
•Adoption Assistance
•Fitness Reimbursement
•Group Auto & Home Insurance Discount
•Discounted Phones & Service for Immediate Family
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Please see job description
We are a fast growing, entrepreneurial, fast-paced, fun place to work. We offer competitive pay; performance-based bonuses; free mobile phone and service; paid time off; and advancement opportunities.
Cricket values diversity and inclusion - when everyone is included, the possibilities are UNLIMITED! To learn more about other career opportunities, Cricket Culture and benefits please visit: http://www.mycricket.com/aboutcricket/careers/.
Position Overview
•The Architect III - Data Modeling & Design will be a key member of the Enterprise Data Management team responsible for enterprise database modeling and design deliverables for implementations, upgrades, assessments, and integration projects across the company. Provide experience with Data Management and Data Modeling capabilities to help customers address their complex business challenges - from enterprise value maximization and business case development, to program management and system configuration. Produce deliverables such as defining corporate data strategy and architectures, developing and maintaining enterprise data model, designing, modeling, and maintaining assigned enterprise database platform (OLTPs, ODS, Staging, and EDW/OLAP) models.
Essential Functions
•Accurately plans and manages the end to end delivery of Data Modeling related projects (enhancements, rollouts, upgrades).
•Ensures production of timely and high quality deliverables pertaining to Data Modeling capabilities and applications.
•Monitors project progress and status, conducts regular project reviews and provides regular project status reports.
•Participates in the shaping of Data Management strategy and architecture as we sunset legacy DB systems and move to more strategic Data platforms.
•Partner and work with IT Applications developers and IT Infrastructure/Operations DBAs to implement DB models.
•Develop and work with internal business customers to foster and grow focus on importance of Data Management, especially, Master Data Management, Data Quality, and Data Stewardship.
•Use industry best practices to develop database architectures and designs for large and medium sized complex web, database and data warehouse applications using standard software engineering tools.
•Develop complex components.
•Research and evaluate new tools and technology for use.
•Be a mentor to development staff.
•Manages expectations in relationship to timeline deliverables.
•Familiarity with TM Forum and its framework (NGOSS) and Model (SID) highly desirable.
•Experience in using and administrating corporate Enterprise Architect (MDG plug-in) or Rational toolset (Rational Apex, Rose, SoDA, ClearCase, etc.) highly desirable.
Key areas of focus include
•Enterprise Data Modeling strategy, design, and implementation, with an emphasis on developing the Cricket Enterprise Data Model.
•Database design and modeling of key corporate database platforms across the enterprise including OLTP, ODS, Staging, and DW/OLAP databases.
•In depth experience with Object Oriented Analysis & Design, Object Oriented Programming, UML, Design Patterns, Database Design, Data warehouse Design, Web Services, and Service Oriented Architecture.
Departmental Functions
•The Architect Data Modeling & Design leads and coordinates the technical effort in support of both Project Managers and the Program Manager and is responsible for deriving and translating business requirements; ensuring the data architecture integrates system components, including hardware, software, data, and procedures, to satisfy system requirements; applying architectural and engineering concepts to create database designs that are appropriately scalable, maintainable, securable, reliable, extensible, flexible, available, manageable, etc; ensuring that new databases are implemented to conform to enterprise data model, current strategies, and identify evolving business requirements.
•Serve as the lead technical resource and reference for the new databases, and help define appropriate customer support responses, as well as dealing directly with customers on high-level issues. Providing oversight and guidance of new database initiatives ensuring adherence to architectural principles. Be responsible for the timely delivery of defined database capabilities, which includes managing the expectations of management, communicating decisions and issues, and presenting critical information.
•Responsible for evaluation of external interfaces, broad database functions and issues, and implementation strategies, and is responsible for the integrity of the data architecture across the functional areas (architecture, system engineering, software development, and test engineering).
•Work with other architects on planning and implementation of the technical Enterprise Architecture, including both short and long term strategies for retiring certain legacy systems, integrating existing systems and new systems implementation recommendations. Participate in architectural governance activities, e.g. developing policies, procedures and standards for consistent use of reusable services within projects. Understand architectural best practices, processes and standards and apply them across a breadth of technologies to orchestrate solutions.
•Lead the evaluation of software vendors targeted for possible integration into the systems or environment, including strategic applications, tools and utilities
•Maintain an ongoing awareness of emerging developments and trends in technology that could impact current projects and influence new projects.
Education:
•B.S. in Computer Science or related discipline or equivalent experience.
Industry Experience:
•8 + years experience in data architecting, designing and implementing cross platform solutions in large enterprises.
•3+ years in database development and 3+ years experience architecting enterprise-level database applications, integrating proprietary and vendor-provided components.
Job Experience Required:
•1- 3 years Demonstrated experience in database application design, service-oriented architecture (SOA) and implementation projects for a large IT organization. Systems integration methods and technologies
•1 -3 years Experience with Object Oriented Analysis & Design, Object Oriented Programming, UML, Design Patterns, Database Design, Data warehouse Design, Web Services, and Service Oriented Architecture.
•1 -3 years Experience in development standards and frameworks such as BPMN, DoDAF-MODAF, TOGAF, Zachman, SysML, DDS or UML4ODP.
•1 -3 years Expertise in using and administrating corporate Enterprise Architect (MDG plug-in) or Rational toolset (Rational Apex, Rose, SoDA, ClearCase, etc.) highly desirable.
•1-3 years Broad set of skills to create a solution that provides interoperability and efficiency, and a cohesive infrastructure to support the goals of the business
•Experience deploying and supporting servers in a 7/24 production environment.
•Broad architectural experience, across OS (Windows, UNIX), Database (Oracle, DB2, SQL Server), application server (J2EE, .NET) and other technologies (MQSeries, JMS, Struts, Junit, etc.)
•Superlative written, verbal, and diagrammatic communication skills
Job Experience Preferred:
•3 years experience in Telecom or related industry.
•Experience with Java, TIBCO, BEA Weblogic, and/or IBM WebSphere is highly desirable.
Our full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:
•Medical, Dental and Vision
•Domestic Partner Coverage
•Company Paid Life Insurance
•Company Paid Dependent Life
•Company Paid Disability
•3 Weeks Vacation
•Sick time
•Holiday Pay
•Jury Duty Pay
•Travel Accident Insurance
•401(k) with Company Match
•Employee Assistance Program
•Tuition Assistance
•Flexible Spending Accounts
•Adoption Assistance
•Fitness Reimbursement
•Group Auto & Home Insurance Discount
•Discounted Phones & Service for Immediate Family
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Please see job description
Great-West - Software Systems Engineer, Java Developer
Great West Life is looking for a system programmer with Enterprise Content Management experience. This position has numerous responsibilities and knowledge requirements: General Systems Architecture, Design/Programming in multiple languages, Information Security, Support and on-call duties. The System Programming team at Great-West Life is a group of Senior IT individuals with excellent problem solving skills, years of experience in many different computer science disciplines, and excellent interpersonal skills as dealing with management and internal and external business clients.
Minimum Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, related business field, or equivalent experience
•Minimum five (5) years of relevant IT experience
•Advanced knowledge in IBM’s FileNet P8 4.0/4.5.1, Administration, troubleshooting, installation.
•MUST HAVE Advanced knowledge in Unix(Solaris), Oracle, Java/J2EE, Perl, JBoss, and System administration skills,
•Advanced knowledge with Design/Architecture of medium and large scale IT projects
•Experience with PKI encryption algorithms, and computer security (Unix, Windows and Web Applications).
•Experience in presenting ideas to management through email/PowerPoint and presentations.
•Strong organizational and communication skills.
Responsibilities
•(65%) IBM FileNet server and content administration including day-to-day troubleshooting, patching, configuring and adapting new business units to use the ECM.
•(15%) Supporting a number of other Java/Perl applications.
•(15%) Develop/Architect/Deploy new applications to satisfy business needs.
•(5%) - Other duties as assigned.
With more than a century of experience in providing financial security for Americans, Great-West Life & Annuity Insurance Company serves millions of customers through a range of retirement savings products and services, life insurance, and annuities. Headquartered in metro Denver with offices around the country, Great-West is a leading provider of employer-sponsored retirement savings plans. It also provides annuity and life insurance products for individuals, families and corporate executives. Our corporate departments – including Corporate Administration, Financial Reporting, Human Resources, Investment Management, and Legal – support our business segments. Great-West has consistently received high industry ratings for financial strength.
For more information, please visit Great-West Life & Annuity at www.greatwest.com. We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. We are committed to providing a drug-free workplace.
You’ll find good people at Great-West.
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Great-West is currently hiring a Senior Java Programmer/Developer (Senior Internet Developer) to join our Financial Services team of technical professionals and develop business internet applications. This individual will be responsible for development of B2C Internet applications for use by external clients
Requirements:
•Object-oriented analysis, design, and development abilities
•3+ years general Java language experience
•Previous experience with JSP/Struts or Java Servlets
•Previous experience with a relational database query language such as Oracle SQL
•EJBs using BEA Weblogic Application server
Other desirable experience:
•Development experience writing and debugging J2EE Web applications
•Experience with web languages and standards including HTML, XML, CSS and JavaScript
•UNIX operating systems (Sun Solaris), Tools & Utilities
•AJAX
•Sun JAVA Certification
•Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Project)
•This position requires a degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, or equivalent applicable work experience.
For more than 100 years, Great-West's strength, commitment, and values have endured the instability of financial markets and industry turbulence, and it is with confidence we can say we will continue to provide health care, financial solutions and investment management to meet our customers' needs for years to come. Great-West is a solid organization backed by strong financial ratings and exceptional employees. We will continue to strive to provide excellent service and affordable health care and savings options to help secure the financial future of Americans across the country. Each year, we build on our past success. We stay focused. We take care of business, and we take care of our customers and our employees.
Minimum Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, related business field, or equivalent experience
•Minimum five (5) years of relevant IT experience
•Advanced knowledge in IBM’s FileNet P8 4.0/4.5.1, Administration, troubleshooting, installation.
•MUST HAVE Advanced knowledge in Unix(Solaris), Oracle, Java/J2EE, Perl, JBoss, and System administration skills,
•Advanced knowledge with Design/Architecture of medium and large scale IT projects
•Experience with PKI encryption algorithms, and computer security (Unix, Windows and Web Applications).
•Experience in presenting ideas to management through email/PowerPoint and presentations.
•Strong organizational and communication skills.
Responsibilities
•(65%) IBM FileNet server and content administration including day-to-day troubleshooting, patching, configuring and adapting new business units to use the ECM.
•(15%) Supporting a number of other Java/Perl applications.
•(15%) Develop/Architect/Deploy new applications to satisfy business needs.
•(5%) - Other duties as assigned.
With more than a century of experience in providing financial security for Americans, Great-West Life & Annuity Insurance Company serves millions of customers through a range of retirement savings products and services, life insurance, and annuities. Headquartered in metro Denver with offices around the country, Great-West is a leading provider of employer-sponsored retirement savings plans. It also provides annuity and life insurance products for individuals, families and corporate executives. Our corporate departments – including Corporate Administration, Financial Reporting, Human Resources, Investment Management, and Legal – support our business segments. Great-West has consistently received high industry ratings for financial strength.
For more information, please visit Great-West Life & Annuity at www.greatwest.com. We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. We are committed to providing a drug-free workplace.
You’ll find good people at Great-West.
_____________________________________________________
Great-West is currently hiring a Senior Java Programmer/Developer (Senior Internet Developer) to join our Financial Services team of technical professionals and develop business internet applications. This individual will be responsible for development of B2C Internet applications for use by external clients
Requirements:
•Object-oriented analysis, design, and development abilities
•3+ years general Java language experience
•Previous experience with JSP/Struts or Java Servlets
•Previous experience with a relational database query language such as Oracle SQL
•EJBs using BEA Weblogic Application server
Other desirable experience:
•Development experience writing and debugging J2EE Web applications
•Experience with web languages and standards including HTML, XML, CSS and JavaScript
•UNIX operating systems (Sun Solaris), Tools & Utilities
•AJAX
•Sun JAVA Certification
•Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Project)
•This position requires a degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, or equivalent applicable work experience.
For more than 100 years, Great-West's strength, commitment, and values have endured the instability of financial markets and industry turbulence, and it is with confidence we can say we will continue to provide health care, financial solutions and investment management to meet our customers' needs for years to come. Great-West is a solid organization backed by strong financial ratings and exceptional employees. We will continue to strive to provide excellent service and affordable health care and savings options to help secure the financial future of Americans across the country. Each year, we build on our past success. We stay focused. We take care of business, and we take care of our customers and our employees.
tw telecom - SQL Developer
SUMMARY:
We are currently seeking an experienced, SQL Developer to join our Business Intelligence, Reporting and Analytics team. You will be involved in the entire software lifecycle helping to finalize specifications, architect designs, code software, write installers and developer reporting and analytics for the internal use within the company. You will have the opportunity to participate in determining the direction of new development and actively share knowledge with other team members.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Be involved in all aspects of the development life cycle including, architecture, development, testing, training, implementation and support of reporting applications to be used internally by our employees.
Using your creativity to develop design requirements.
Develop back end oracle data marts for Business Intelligence, Reporting and Analytics.
Interface with other teams and departments to develop new and modify existing reporting applications.
Develop front end reporting applications using Oracle APEX.
Required Skills
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:
2+ years experience with design and development of SQL and/or PL/SQL packages.
Extensive experience writing complex stored procedures, functions, and triggers.
Knowledgeable in performance tuning.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required to communicate with business managers and end users.
Strong problem solving skills.
Relational database (preferably Oracle 10g) experience.
Telecommunications industry experience a plus.
Oracle APEX experience a plus.
Report development experience a plus.
Possess a strong ability to work both independently and in a team environment, be self motivated, and willing to expand their knowledge on a daily basis.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Limited travel required
Typical office environment with extensive use of office equipment, including PC, fax, copier, phone
Required Experience
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree in computer science or computer information systems
Three years directly related professional development experience, including one year of Oracle and minimum of 3 years experience with PL/SQL procedure development or web development experience required
Telephony industry, data modeling, and technical writing experience preferred
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Every decision made at tw telecom concerning hiring, promotion, compensation, training, assignment of job responsibilities, termination, or any other aspect of the employment relationship is to be made without regard to any legally protected characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. tw telecom strives for a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment, including but not limited to racial, sexual, ethnic or religious.
We are currently seeking an experienced, SQL Developer to join our Business Intelligence, Reporting and Analytics team. You will be involved in the entire software lifecycle helping to finalize specifications, architect designs, code software, write installers and developer reporting and analytics for the internal use within the company. You will have the opportunity to participate in determining the direction of new development and actively share knowledge with other team members.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Be involved in all aspects of the development life cycle including, architecture, development, testing, training, implementation and support of reporting applications to be used internally by our employees.
Using your creativity to develop design requirements.
Develop back end oracle data marts for Business Intelligence, Reporting and Analytics.
Interface with other teams and departments to develop new and modify existing reporting applications.
Develop front end reporting applications using Oracle APEX.
Required Skills
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:
2+ years experience with design and development of SQL and/or PL/SQL packages.
Extensive experience writing complex stored procedures, functions, and triggers.
Knowledgeable in performance tuning.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required to communicate with business managers and end users.
Strong problem solving skills.
Relational database (preferably Oracle 10g) experience.
Telecommunications industry experience a plus.
Oracle APEX experience a plus.
Report development experience a plus.
Possess a strong ability to work both independently and in a team environment, be self motivated, and willing to expand their knowledge on a daily basis.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Limited travel required
Typical office environment with extensive use of office equipment, including PC, fax, copier, phone
Required Experience
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree in computer science or computer information systems
Three years directly related professional development experience, including one year of Oracle and minimum of 3 years experience with PL/SQL procedure development or web development experience required
Telephony industry, data modeling, and technical writing experience preferred
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Every decision made at tw telecom concerning hiring, promotion, compensation, training, assignment of job responsibilities, termination, or any other aspect of the employment relationship is to be made without regard to any legally protected characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. tw telecom strives for a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment, including but not limited to racial, sexual, ethnic or religious.
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