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November 29, 2006
"VP Pro Services for Seriously Disruptive Software Startup"
This is a stealth mode enterprise software company based in San Francisco that hyperventalites over itself but is extremely vague about what it actually does.
To apply, email: job-240345990@craigslist.org
VP Professional Services for Seriously Disruptive Software Startup
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Reply to: job-240345990@craigslist.org
Date: 2006-11-26, 8:28PM PST
Do you have that rare combination of deep experience and energy enough to take a senior leadership role in something really new? We hope so, because we want your help making sure our customers get the most out of an enterprise software platform so powerful that it could be dangerous if misused.
This is a venture-backed company with a small, extraordinary team. We have built our initial product and are preparing for beta testing at a handful of Fortune 50 companies. Our customers are IT thought leaders, excited about seeing what happens when we deploy our solution in their enterprise. Their pain point is at the intersection of information overload, attention and collaboration.
We are seeking someone who can help find the ideal balance of professional services and software revenue for our company by ensuring that our customers achieve deeply meaningful results. Frankly, we are not exactly sure what the successful candidate will bring to the table because the product and the application are so novel. Ten+ years of strategy consulting experience for one of the major firms might provide a baseline of experience and give us a sense of your seniority and management skills. We are certainly expecting you to have experience developing organizations, even if your CV doesn't mention "organizational development" per se. You will need to relate to senior managers in high-performance organizations and have stories from your own experience in building and managing teams (and high-level office politics).
Initially, your job will be to provide hands-on guidance for leaders who use our software as they explain, invite and incent others. You will also help them explore and even compete in ways that are highly novel and yet quite familiar. Getting involved in the sales process will help you understand your client and set the stage for their success. Use of our product could scale quickly, so as we grow, you will need to build a professional services team that can keep up. You will be a senior member of the management team and participate in decisions about our own business model as well as product and marketing strategy.
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Location, Location, Location. Zillow Wants Sales VP
We had posted on some other Zillow positions - they recently hired a marketing VP. Now they have a opening for a sales VP. Zillow gets so much traffic its a winner. We don't know if they can become the Expedia of Real Estate but wouldn't bet against it. They also have a sick number of other open positions.
To apply - email careers@zillow.hrmdirect.com
Zillow.com launched its beta service in February 2006, with the goal of empowering consumers with tools and information to transform how they buy and sell homes. The first step is providing valuations and data on 67 million U.S. homes -- and growing. Zillow was started by a group of Internet veterans, including Expedia founder and former CEO Rich Barton and former Expedia senior vice president Lloyd Frink. Located in Seattle, Zillow has raised a total of $57 million in funding including the latest Series B investments. In September 2006, Zillow was named as one of Seattle's 25 Best Places to Work by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine.
Over the past 6 months, the Zillow.com site has had millions of visitors a month and is one of the top Real Estate sites on the internet. Zillow generates all of its revenue from advertising. Zillow.com is looking for an experienced leader to run our Ad Sales organization. The ideal candidate is one who has a passion for selling and a demonstrable record of success in hiring, managing, motivating and retaining a world class media sales team. This person will be extremely knowledgeable about the advertising industry and will be known in the advertising community. He or she will have a proven record of success in developing and growing media revenues and leading a successful team of sales professionals. This role will require significant travel to client offices and to our 2 sales offices in NY and LA. The ideal background includes 10+ years professional experience in Sales (preferably media and/or on-line media) and strong management experience. BA/BS required.
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Seattle's Mixxer Has Riches To Hire Techs
Mixxer is a Indiana-founded company that did ringtones well enought that a highly successful investor, John Deerborn, pulled together a $20M investment. Re-launched as Mixxer, the company has ambitions greater than ringtones, it wants to be a music focussed social network.
Open Positions
+ Senior Web Analyst
+ Software Developer
+ User Interface Software Developer
+ Technical Program Manager
+ Test Engineer Lead
+ Software Test Engineer
+ Data Operations Lead
+ Development Manager
Apply resumes@mixxerinc.com
Introducing mixxer, a new mobile music community! We are an early stage company with offices in downtown Seattle and Indianapolis. We are offering a new service combining mobile entertainment & community, organized around music and social networking.
We aim to create a branded mobile community where you will discover new content, store your stuff, meet new friends and get connected to all things mobile. mixxer is already 4M members strong offering exclusive features and applications with artist and entertainment promotions.
We are growing rapidly and now is the time to join! We are looking for new people to positively impact our dynamic organization. If you are interested in being considered for this role please send your resume and salary history to:
resumes@mixxerinc.com
Open Positions
Click the position for more information.
Marketing
Senior Web Analyst
Technology
Software Developer
User Interface Software Developer
Technical Program Manager
Software Test Engineer Lead
Software Test Engineer
Data Operations Lead
Development Manager
Do you love YouTube? Are you a MySpace junkie?
Are you addicted to your Blackberry or Smartphone? Then mixxer may be for you!
Mixxer combines social networking, cutting edge business strategy, web services and distributed computing to create something entirely new; we are working on the next generation of content sharing that will make the entire web mobile. Already 4 million members strong, we are moving from being commerce focused into a website that provides significant value to an active community of mobile users. We are an early stage company with a significant focus on open source technologies, and there is a lot of opportunity to contribute to our evolving architecture and innovative feature set. We are funded by the same company that helped launch MySpace, and we are leveraging the community from one of the most successful off-deck ringtone sites.
We are looking for creative and innovative people wanting to apply their passion and talent to take this exciting new business to the next level. Come join us in our unique Pioneer Square location and become part of this fast-moving and dynamic team.
Our goals for the near term include major improvements to our website and backend services, so candidates are expected to hit the ground running with experience in multi-tiered applications. Candidates should be fluent in Java or C++, and knowledge of PHP is a plus. The ideal candidate will possess all those skills, plus experience with performance and availability optimization, and hardware architecture management.
As a Software Development Engineer, you will work independently and with other software engineers, program managers, and designers to create, develop and deploy applications, front-end API's and middle-tier services. You will work in a heterogeneous environment of languages and technologies where the flexibility and ability to deliver solid solutions are paramount.
Required:
- 1 -5 years of industry experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
- Strong coding skills in either C++, Java on a Unix/Linux platform
- Experience with code repository tools (Subversion, Perforce, CVS)
- Familiarity with software deployment process
- Full Software Development Life Cycle experience
- Excellent communication skills
Desired:
- Extreme Programming / Agile Programming experience
- Relational database experience
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Be BizDev VP For Palo Alto's Accel-backed MyThings
"MyThings currently has offices in London, Tel Aviv and recently set up headquarters here in the Bay Area. We received funding from Accel Partners, and we have built an A-list management team. This position will be filled by a senior executive with strong B2B2C experience."
A start-up trend are sites that let you tell the world what you own. SFGate recently did a profile piece on this naming sites like, well, Like.com., SeenON, and Zebo. MyThings is the B2C extension of Swift-Find, a real-time registry of valuables, used to identify whether goods are reported lost, stolen or looted. Our sister site at the a:c profiled this company. The Swift-Find database is used today by auction houses, art dealers, law enforcement, insurance companies, retailers, and owners of valuable goods. With MyThings.com, Swift-Find is now moving into the consumer market, to allow people to create an online portfolio of their valuables.
Read - Bling Lead to Ka-ching (SF Gate)
Contact the lovely and talented, Christy, MyThings' Recruiting Czar, cr@mythings.com.
VP of Business Development
At every Web 2.0 or venture capital conference these days, start-up companies that are 'born global' are hot. Start-ups from China, Eastern Europe, Israel, London, and Ireland are bringing their businesses to Silicon Valley, looking to our seasoned leaders to take them to market. One of the most significant of these 'born-global' companies, MyThings.com, has arrived in Palo Alto.
MyThings currently has offices in London, Tel Aviv and recently set up headquarters here in the Bay Area. We received funding from Accel Partners, a top-tier Silicon Valley VC firm, and we have built an A-list management team. Currently we are looking to add one more member to that stellar management team, a VP of Business Development. This position will be filled by a senior executive with strong B2B2C experience. This is a very strategic role within the organization and will report directly to the CEO.
MyThings is the B2C extension of Swift-Find Ltd, the world's first real-time registry of valuables, used to identify whether goods are reported lost, stolen or looted. The Swift-Find database is used today by auction houses, art dealers, law enforcement, insurance companies, retailers, and owners of valuable goods. With MyThings.com, Swift-Find is now moving into the consumer market, helping people create an online portfolio of their valuables and connecting them with useful information, services, deals, and like-minded people. The VP of Business Development will be responsible for developing and cultivating revenue generating relationships and partnerships globally.
The Job:
• Acquire and maintain customers by developing relationships through retail channels.
• Partner with 3rd party service providers to enrich the MyThings consumer application.
• Lead and grow the global business development team.
• Interact with MyThings marketing department to develop retail channels and affiliate partner marketing strategies.
• Develop and execute a business plan for each partnership.
• Support and attend partner events, joint marketing activities, and industry seminars/conferences.
The Requirements:
• 8-10 plus years experience in business development or major accounts with an emphasis in the .com retail space.
• Must have proven success creating partnerships with major on-line accounts that has a focus in the consumer space. (eBay, Yahoo, Amazon, etc…)
• Bring with you a Rolodex of key personnel within our target market and the passion to continue to develop and foster new relationships.
• Must have exceptional hands-on management skills. Lead by example.
• Have the ability to collaborate globally and work with cross-functional teams in many time zones to produce exceptional results.
• Possess excellent communications skills and a great sense of humor. You're mature and can laugh at yourself. No drama.
• Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time.
• BA or BS required, MBA preferred or equivalent experience.
NEXT STEPS: Please send us your resume and let's meet. We're an equal opportunity employer, with an excellent compensation plan. Compensation includes a good base salary, results-oriented commission plan, early-stage equity and great benefits.
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Hummer Winblad-backed Krillion Plays Footsie With Techs
Krillion's HR message says don't look at their web site, they are still in stealth mode. Nevertheless, you can see they are trying to marry consumer buyers with local sellers. The beta is not terribly compelling and the future is not so bright they need to wear shades. For some this kind of well funded start-up might see cozy but we prefer Web start-ups that show some success before hiring up.
They need:
+ Web Database Architect
+ Data Integration Engineer
+ Core Application Engineer
Contact - Roger Spreen (jobs@krillion.com, 650-965-0222
Join the Krillion Team
If you've got that laid back intensity that comes from real experience or you're enthusiastic about learning from those that do, Krillion has a number of openings for exceptional people. We're building a group that loves to solve difficult problems, that's commited to a user experience that puts a smile on the face of our users, customers and investors... and has fun doing it.
Job Position: Data Integration Engineer
Job Description:
Candidate will be a key member of a fast-growing team developing a large-scale, database-oriented, web-based application with both consumer and corporate functionality. Candidate will help design, develop, and manage a large data acquisition and integration effort, obtaining data from many sources (both pushed and pulled) in dissimilar formats, and integrating the data for commercial presentation. This candidate will work closely with both the web developers and the corporate strategic team in choosing data sources and determining how data should be captured and used.
Desired Experience or Knowledge:
• Object-oriented programming with Java
• Parsing textual data formats
• XML syntax and technologies, including parsing and querying APIs (SAX, DOM, Dom4j, XPath, etc.)
and transformations (XSLT)
• Regular expressions
• Creating automated tests as part of the development process
• Working with relational databases (SQL, JDBC)
• Creating or managing RSS feeds
• Minimum 5 years overall experience in software development
Contact:
Roger Spreen (jobs@krillion.com, 650-965-0222)
Job Position: Core Application Engineer
Job Description:
Candidate will be a key member of a fast-growing team developing a large-scale, database-oriented, web-based application with both consumer and corporate functionality. Candidate will help design, develop, maintain and evolve the core business logic and processes that support the public web applications. The candidate will work closely with the web application engineers and Product/UI Designers to specify, build, test, and analyze the entire product, which will include innovative consumer features.
Desired Experience or Knowledge:
• Core Java language and major APIs
• Object-oriented design
• Data structures
• Server-side applications for enterprise products or web applications
• Relational databases usage (JDBC & SQL)
• ORM (Object-Relational Mapping), e.g. Hibernate
• XML syntax and technologies
• Best practices for automated testing
• Agile development processes
• Minimum 5 years' experience in database-related software development
• Strong ability to document, present, and review designs and code
Contact:
Roger Spreen (jobs@krillion.com, 650-965-0222)
Job Position: Senior Web Application Engineer
Job Description:
Candidate will be a key member of a small team developing a large-scale, databaseoriented, web-based application with both consumer and corporate functionality. Candidate will design, develop, maintain and evolve the web architecture and core business logic areas of the product, and will work closely with the core data architect and Product/UI Designers.
Desired Experience or Knowledge:
• Server-side applications in Java/J2EE
• Standard web application frameworks (e.g. Struts, WebWorks, Tapestry, etc.)
• Web presentation technologies (HTML, CSS, DHTML, JSP, JavaScript, Ajax, etc.)
• HTML standards and HTTP protocols
• Object-oriented design principles
• ORM (Object-Relational Mapping), e.g. Hibernate, and SQL queries
• Automated testing for online applications, including both unit-level tests ( e.g. Junit) and user-level test automation
• Agile development processes for online applications
• Minimum 5 years' experience in web-related software development
• Strong ability to document, present, and review designs and code
Contact:
Roger Spreen (jobs@krillion.com, 650-965-0222)
Job Position: Senior QA Engineer
Job Description:
Candidate will be a key member of a small team developing a large-scale, databaseoriented, web-based application with both consumer and corporate functionality. Candidate will design, develop, and administer the overall testing process for a largescale web application and related data integration projects. Candidate will be a member of the development team, helping to create a continuous-build-and-test environment to support rapid development and deployment of new features.
Desired Experience or Knowledge:
• Core Java language and major APIs
• Software testing principles
• Automated testing tools for online applications
• Object-oriented design
• Web presentation technologies (HTML, CSS, DHTML, JSP, JavaScript, Ajax, etc.)
• Relational database use / SQL
• Agile development processes
• Minimum 5 years overall experience in a development environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills, for documenting work and working in a team environment
Contact:
Roger Spreen (jobs@krillion.com, 650-965-0222)
Job Position: Junior Application Engineer
Job Description:
Candidate will be a key member of a small team developing a large-scale, database oriented, web-based application with both consumer and corporate functionality. Candidate will assist in developing, testing, and maintaining all parts of the product, including core business logic and web applications. Candidate will help develop new product features, new internal development features and processes, and new methods of testing and deploying this multi-faceted web application. Candidate will work closely with web application developers, UI/Product Designers, and core database/application developers.
Desired Experience or Knowledge:
• Core Java language and major APIs.
• Object-oriented design principles.
• Developing code in a team environment.
• Web presentation technologies (HTML, CSS, DHTML, JSP, JavaScript, Ajax, etc.)
• Minimum Bachelors' Degree in computer science or engineering.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, for documenting work and working in a team environment.
Contact:
Roger Spreen ( jobs@krillion.com, 650-965-0222)
Job Position: Web Application Architect
Job Description:
Candidate will be a leading member of a fast-growing team developing a large-scale, database-oriented, web-based application with both consumer and corporate functionality. Candidate will be an architect and/or manager with responsibility for designing, developing, maintaining and evolving the overall architecture and core business logic areas of the product, and for assuring scalability to assure the product can achieve broad consumer usage.
Desired Experience or Knowledge:
• Server-side applications in Java/J2EE.
• Standard web application frameworks (e.g. Struts, WebWorks, Tapestry, etc.).
• HTML standards and HTTP protocols.
• Core Java language and major APIs.
• Scaling online applications to significant public scale, and designing for uptime/reliability/maintainability.
• Object-oriented design principles.
• ORM (Object-Relational Mapping), e.g. Hibernate, and good relational database table design skills.
• Automated testing for online applications, including both unit-level tests (e.g. Junit) and user-level test automation.
• Agile development processes for online applications.
• Minimum 10 years overall experience in software development.
• Ability to document, present, and review designs and code.
Contact:
Roger Spreen ( jobs@krillion.com, 650-965-0222)
Job Position: Web Database Architect
Job Description:
Candidate will be a key member of a fast-growing team developing a large-scale, database-oriented, web-based application with both consumer and corporate functionality. Candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and production use of databases used to drive large-scale web applications. Candidate will work closely with the web application developers and core business logic developers to assure the database is usable and efficient. Candidate will also analyze and optimize database performance to achieve large consumer-scale usage, and will help design our IT infrastructure to maintain a scalable, fast solution.
Desired Experience or Knowledge:
• Relational database design, operation, and performance analysis.
• Implementation of server-side applications based on Java/J2EE for enterprise products or web applications.
• Writing and analyzing high-performance SQL queries.
• Object-Relational Mapping (e.g. Hibernate).
• Scaling online applications to significant public scale, and designing for uptime/reliability/maintainability.
• Clustered or redundant database server architectures.
• Minimum 5 years'' experience in database-related software development.
• Ability to document, present, and review designs and code.
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Chief Internet Musketeer For Disney
You'd make a lot of money in this job but damn you'd have to have some good political skills to survive.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Online has an open req for an Internet VP. That means you run the Internet show for theme parks on 3continents, 35 resort hotels, two luxury cruise ships, and a more and the Interent group has 200 employees.
Apparently the company recently realized that they were sitting on a pile of money coming in through the Internet. They say its several hundred million dollars and is soon expected to reach $1B.
Apply here.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job Description:
VICE PRESIDENT, TECHNOLOGY, WALT DISNEY PARKS AND RESORTS ONLINE
Disney Parks and Resorts operates and licenses eleven theme parks on three continents. It also operates 35 resort hotels, two luxury cruise ships, and a wide variety of other entertainment offerings.
The Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Online (WDPRO) Group oversees all of the online web activities, ecommerce, online attractions and informational sites representing the Walt Disney Company theme parks and resort hotel properties This includes handling all online pre-arrival arrangements, such as bookings. This rapidly growing source of revenue generates several hundred million dollars and is soon expected to reach $1 billion. Consumers can also visit sites for exciting online simulations of experiences at theme parks and resorts. Although part of the Walt Disney Internet Group, the online technology group works closely with management at the WDPRO organization. The online group currently consists of over 200 people.
The Walt Disney Internet Group is part of the Walt Disney Company, one of the most of respected and successful entertainment companies in the world. The company also operates the ABC Television Network; ESPN Sports Network; the ABC Radio Networks; theme parks, resorts and cruise lines; television and radio stations. It provides programming for the cable television industry, publishes daily and weekly newspapers, shopping guides and specialized periodicals. Annual revenues exceed $27 billion.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Vice President is responsible of all technology for WDPRO. This includes product and system design, architectural fit and compliance, resource scheduling and delivery milestones, and overall product quality. He/she must also drive technological innovation assessing new and disruptive technologies and their application for Parks and Resorts
The successful candidate will also work closely with the Walt Disney Internet Group Operations Team, ensuring that service delivery levels achieve quality expectations. The successful candidate must also be a technology ?diplomat?. He/she must interact effectively with members of Information Technology departments throughout the Walt Disney Company, with non-technical decision makers, and with external partners. The job requires 25% travel to Orlando.
The Vice President will ensure adequate staffing, training and education programs for staff development. A critical challenge will be to create a strong management team within the technology staff, both training and motivating existing personal as well as recruiting new technical professionals.
The Vice President will oversee investment and will support operating/capital spending, staffing and planning. He/she will prepare and monitor all objectives, projects, plans and budgets, making sure that goals are achieved on time and on budget. In addition, the Vice President will create and monitor policies for standards of development, tools and methodologies, documentation practices, and procedures for products installed on the WDPRO sites.
EXPERIENCE:
Candidates should have a Master's Degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience). The candidate should have extensive software experience including web application and enterprise development. Candidates must have a proven track record of managing large teams of technical people, preferably in multiple locations.
Experience in the travel industry would be a plus but is not essential. Candidates should have experience with large, complex companies with matrix environments.
They should understand how to motivate and to achieve ambitious goals. They should have experience providing leadership in the evolution of the sophisticated architecture. They should also have experience dealing effectively with non-technical decision makers.
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November 19, 2006
Telecommute Code For eLearning's Articulate
Articulate says they are the 15th fastest growing company in North America and arguably the #1 coolest to work for. Never heard of them. They are looking for a senior-level software engineer "to join our killer team." They sell shrink-wrapped software for a few hundred bucks a box that is used to create eLearning applications. Apparently its good stuff.
To apply, email devjobs@articulate.com
Do you want to work at a small, profitable, energetic software company where you can make a difference? Would you love the opportunity to work from home and forget commuting and living in a cube farm? Because we value talent over location, we're looking for the right person no matter where you live.
We're looking for a rockstar software engineer to help us build the next generation of e-learning tools. As a part of our team, you'll be responsible for designing, building and delivering desktop software applications.
Qualifications
• Undying passion for building awesome, useful software
• Boundless curiosity about technology and solving problems
• Experience delivering software to lots and lots of customers
• Very high quality standards
• High-bandwidth person who can work unmonitored (from home)
Acronym Soup
We primarily develop in C#, ActionScript and ASP.NET for windows platforms. There is also a little bit of C++ and VB in there and of course, XML is what holds it all together. That said, it's probably more important how good an engineer you are and what experience you have than what specific language you know.
Interested? If so, email us at and tell us who you are, what you've been up to and what makes you a good fit at Articulate. While your resume is important, what's going to get you hired is your attitude and experience. Good luck!
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Second Life Creator Linden Labs Lawyering Up With General Counsel And Other Positions
If you don't know about Second Life, do a quick search, the company is on everybody's lips. Its not that traffic to the virtual world is crushing, it's that it is the world's fastest growing economy. Significant real dollars are changing hands every day. San Francisco-based Linden Labs is venture funded and headed up by Philip Rosedale who is one smart cookie and fun to boot.
Job description for Corporate Counsel:
Maintain and evolve terms of service and related policies and practices.
Advise product development and customer support on both day-to-day and strategic issues.
Create and monitor internal policies and practices in cooperation with finance.
Handle first instances of all company legal issues.
Manage work with outside law firms.
Qualifications: Passion for online communication in all forms - social networking, blogs, wikis, virtual worlds.
At least 6+ years in legal practice. Prior in-house counsel experience strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of broad range of private company issues.
Extensive knowledge of intellectual property issues, particularly as they relate to proprietary software, open source software, and communications service providers.
Excellent communication skills and collaborative nature.
Uncanny ability to distill complex legal issues into tactical action.
Near-genius level intelligence and saintly disposition would be helpful . . .
. . . sense of humor absolutely required.
Other open positions:
+ Web Business Manager
+ Business Development Manager
+ Technical Concierge
+ Corporate Counsel
+ Director, Customer Service
+ Systems Engineers
+ Web Developers
+ Software Developers
+ Project Managers
+ Development Project Coordinator
+ Data Warehouse Engineer
+ QA Engineer
+ Usability Expert
Chinese-Speaking Liaison
French-Speaking Liaison
Italian-Speaking Liaison
Japanese-Speaking Liaisons
Korean-Speaking Liaison
Spanish-Speaking Liaison
Apply here - http://lindenlab.com/employment/corp_counsel
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VP of Content For Boston-based Internet Consultancy
"Are you Web 2.0 savvy? Are you an active blogger? Passionate about podcasts? Wild about wikis?"
The way we read this job post, a company that provides Internet services to large clueless companies is looking for someone who can teach them about blogging, wikis, podcasting, etc.
A head-hunter is looking to fill the fole of Vice President of Content is primarily responsible for the aggregation of content via multiple channels and presented through custom branded and corporate community sites. I"n this role, you will use your intimate knowledge of the various tools and services to deliver compelling websites to clients designed to foster deep communities. You will be an evangelist and an executor - staying abreast of the latest developments in Web 2.0 - from blogging tools to RSS feeds, wiki's to paid content sources. Most importantly, you will have a demonstrated passion for the power of user generated content and a track record of success in bringing people together online in order to cultivate valuable exchanges of ideas and content.
To apply, email kristin at hireminds dot com
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SFs Tealeaf Hiring Product Marketing Director
Tealeaf has quitely raised venture funding. Its CEO Rebecca was entrepreneur in residence at Foundation Capital. Looks like your boss would be Geoff Galat, VP of Marketing & Product Strategy, who had the same role at Tumbleweed Communications.
Tealeaf does Customer Experience Management. In other words, its software ensures that eBusiness customers can complete every transaction, every time. It does seem like a great market. How many times have you been disappointed trying to do a simple online transaction. USA Today reports that 80% of online users have had bad transaction experience. Targets are financial services, retail, manufacturing and travel sectors.
Other openings are:
+ Channel Manager
+ Enterprise Sales Representative/Executive
+ Inside Sales Representative
+ Part-time Accounting Position
+ Professional Services Consultant
+ Quality Assurance Manager
+ Software Engineer, Analytics
+ Software Engineer, Browser
+ Technical Publications Writer
+ Technical Support Rep
To apply, email job-235778236@craigslist.org
The Director of Product Marketing position is responsible for defining and implementing the product marketing strategy and programs for TeaLeaf's market leading CX product line. Specific responsibilities for this position include planning of marketing strategy and programs based on analysis of the market, competition and customer needs; working with field sales to communicate key benefits to customers; supporting product demonstration development, developing sales tools including ROI calculators and case studies, and creating sales and marketing collateral.
Responsibilities
• Be an evangelist for all TeaLeaf products, and manage the company's outbound product positioning, marketing, messaging and deliverables.
• Be a key participant in the field sales process, giving product presentations and demonstrations to customers, helping with RFP responses, competitive analysis and win/loss analysis.
• Responsible for regularly improving messaging, tailoring the vertical strategies and driving the vision in the field.
• Develop sales tools including slide decks, demos, case studies, testimonials, ROI calculators, product presentations, white papers and data sheets.
• Assist with press and analyst relations.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications based on customer needs and requests.
• Conduct competitive analysis and ongoing competitive and market landscape tracking activities.
• Analyze the needs of our customers, prospects and sales channel to understand issues limiting or slowing sales.
• Work closely with management, sales and the product team on product strategy and positioning, pricing and strategic partnerships.
Requirements
• 5-7+ years in Product Marketing for enterprise software. Pre- and post-sales support experience desired.
• BA/BS in Marketing other applicable field; MBA preferred.
• Prefer experience working in fast growing startups. Excellent technical depth including an understanding of business intelligence and web applications strong preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading and executing product marketing efforts for market leading products
• Experience working closely with and supporting a direct field sales team, including the development of sales tools, including presentations, product demonstrations and product collateral.
• Excellent presentation, verbal and written skills are required. Proven success in customer-facing roles to secure and develop strong references for marketing and sales activities is required.
• Strong business, research and analytical skills.
• Technical aptitude with the ability to understand complex products and interface with the product team.
• Creative with an upbeat, great attitude.
• Proven self-starter with a track record of working independently effectively
• Candidates/applicants must have the immediate legal right to work in the United States.
• Must follow TeaLeaf's Information Security Policy.
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Program For Swinging London's Narrowstep
Narrowstep has built what they call a television operating systems. It processes commercial TV over IP. They are on a hiring binge and need ASP.NET, C#, JavaScript and SQL developers.
Narrowstep is the leading developer of TV over the Internet using our Television Operating System (telvOS™), which is regarded as the de facto standard for building, running and commercializing 24 x 7 TV over IP services. The company went public in the US in May 2005 and will shortly begin trading on the OTC market.
There are a number of roles open, in addition to strong ASP.NET, SQL and C#, there are varying specialties invited including advanced JavaScript, CSS and cross-browser support, scripted Flash and Flex, Windows Presentation Foundation and XAML.
Requirements
• Excellent C#, SQL Server and ASP.NET with a minimum of two years in depth experience
• Familiarity with Visual Developer Studio and expertise in the .NET Framework are essential, preferably .Net 2.0
• Solid JavaScript and CSS
• Knowledge and experience of Windows Media SDK an advantage
• Scripted Flash and Flex an advantage, as is Windows Presentation Foundation and XAML.
• Agile software development experience an advantage.
• An interest in television technologies and web streaming is essential, as is a passion to deliver great software.
Interested? Submit CVs to careers@narrowstep.com
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Code For Seattle's Geochaching Game Engine Groundspeak
Seattle's Groundspeak needs a Senior C/C++ Developer for its GPS game engine. We are familar with geochaching but didn't know about Groundspeak. Groundspeak was started in 2000 to manage Geocaching.com, the global headquarters for the "sport" of geocaching. Geocaching was the first activity to combine Global Positioning System technology and the Internet for real-world treasure hunting.
To apply, email jobs@groundspeak.com
Responsibilities
• Planning, architecting and coding of Game Engine platform
• Porting code between platforms
• Work with other team members to integrate engine code
• Provide time estimates of tasks
Required Skills
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of software development experience, focusing on the Microsoft platform and technologies using C/C++
• Game Industry Experience
• Success at completing development projects with responsibilities in all phases of development
• Proven track record successfully using object-oriented design and development methodologies to deliver high quality, efficient and in-production systems.
• Extensive C/C++ coding experience
• Multiple mobile platform development experience including Pocket PC's, Mobile Phones
• Data storage and retrieval coding and design
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non-technical staff
• Games engine architect experience
Preferred Skills
• GPS use and programming experience
• C# and Microsoft .NET platform development
• Exposure to Java and Brew
• Game UI design
• Porting code between platforms
• Passion for Video Games
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November 13, 2006
CFO/Funding Manager For LA's Multilingual Search Engine Tyloon
This company is actually based in El Monte, which is well East of downtown LA. Tyloon has shown solid traffic growth and SocalTech reports that they have raised an undislosed amount of angel funding. We just posted on them over at the a:c.
View site
Send your resume to: admin (at) tyloon.com.
Posted by BT at 07:40 AM | TrackBack
"Java Jedi" at VC-backed Internet Startup In Manhattan
We haven't come across Social Sauce to date. They say they are venture backed and founded in June 2006. There is very little on the site, so we can only offer their marketing statements: "Social Sauce is a community for users to express and share experiences with fun, easy-to-use tools. Our goal is to build a world centered on each user, but connecting everyone.
If you take the job, beware that it looks like you will have to live with crap like this, found on their web site:
"Recipe for an Experience Company"
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup spirit
1 cup knowledge
1 cup creativity
2 cups dedication
2 cups hard work
A pinch of innovation
DIRECTIONS:
1. Combine spirit, knowledge, and creativity in a team.
2. Add dedication and hard work and mix thoroughly.
3. Stir in a pinch of innovation
4. Allow innovation to brew
5. Social Sauce will be ready soon!
Apply here
View - Social Sauce site
Social Sauce is seeking a Java web developer to own the designing and implementation of multiple application systems and programs. We are looking for someone who can grow with the company to become an integral member of our team.
This position is based in our office in Manhattan, New York.
Responsibilities:
• Design and develop three new applications over the next year – work with the engineering team in designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining application systems and programs for our interactive website
• Generate new ideas in brainstorming sessions and backend design overviews to shape the future development of our online products
• Develop and practice problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to meet our highest quality standards
Requirements:
• Familiar with Java web programming, including both server side (Java Servlets, JSPs, Struts, Hibernate) and client side (Javascript, AJAX)
• Experience with ActionScript a plus
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Enjoys having fun, innovating, and working in a free thinking environment where one is potentially subjected to all forms of eclectic music
Social Sauce will provide a relaxed, fun & flexible, yet professional environment. We believe people are at their best when they're having fun. You will be immersed in a team-based atmosphere and respected for the intelligence and experience that you bring. If you meet the above qualifications, have the passion, confidence, talent, and desire to make a difference then apply!
We are offering a fulltime paying position at competitive rates with benefits and significant equity ownership.
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Nasdaq-traded Unica Seeks Marketing VP In Boston HQ
Unica lays claim to leadership in Enterprise Marketing Management, so it had better be solid at marketing itself. Thus the company is looking for either a director or VP of internet marketing.
Your boss would be Carol Meyers, CMO, who was VP of the North American Business Group for Intel's Wide Area Network Systems Operations (formerly Shiva Corporation). The company's stock has not been setting any records of late and judging by the job description there will be a lot of pressure on this position to figure out how to get the revenues coming in.
Unica has a market cap of about $229M
Email your resume to careers at unica dot com
seeks to win its market by understanding and delivering differentiated solutions to each of its constituent market segments and product markets. Reporting to the CMO, the head of marketing for the internet marketing segment will be responsible for driving the marketing function for Unica's web analytics and Internet marketing solutions.
Responsibilities
• Understand the assigned market segment: size, growth rate, competitive dynamics, demographics, buying process, stakeholders and personas.
• Ensure that Unica's web analytics business is in position to achieve revenue targets. For example, do we have adequate lead generation? Is our close rate/win rate adequate? What are trends for pricing and sales cycle in the segment? Etc.
• Drive lead generation efforts including webinars, PPC, trade shows, etc.
• Participate in relevant tradeshows, speaking opportunities, authoring of thought leadership white papers and by-lined articles, etc.
• Help define, assemble and bring to market differentiated solutions, comprising Unica products, partners, services, etc. that deliver the desired outcomes to the relevant jobs.
• Author positioning and messaging that couples Unica's solution to prospects' pain points and value drivers, and differentiates our offering from that of competitors. Drive understanding of product positioning and differentiation across the sales and marketing team, as well as, among all key influencers including industry analysts, other influencers, partners. Develop sales tools, demo content, RFP responses, etc.
• Actively support individual sales engagements.
• Uncover new business opportunities and new growth opportunities.
• Ensure that an international perspective is taken on all relevant activities.
Background
• Minimum 10 years experience in marketing, product marketing or product management for enterprise software. Preferred industry backgrounds (at least 3 yrs) include web analytics, marketing automation, analytics, MRM, CRM, and business intelligence.
• Thorough understanding of the marketing process (planning, lead generation, marcom, etc.)
• Strong listening, information gathering and empathy skills for uncovering and defining customer jobs, needs and outcomes.
• Demonstrated skills in successfully positioning and differentiating high tech, enterprise products. Proven ability to add value to the sales process through marketing, sales tools, training and presentation.
• Excellent communicator with proven ability to convey complex ideas simply and clearly in written, presentation and spoken formats
• Achiever who thrives in a cross-functional team environment and is readily adaptable to changing market and organizational needs
Travel
Estimated 50% including international
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Posting URL: http://www.yorz.com/posting/380800.htm
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Marketing VP For Shy San Diego Start-up
This net start-up won't reveal themselves, just saying that they are missed in Mission Valley, they've just launched their web site and they expect their marketing VP to works days and nights.
Apply here
Must be able to analyze demographics, economy and business strategies.
Internet Marketing background is a MUST. Background on programming & graphic design helpful but not required.
Must be able to lunch marketing campaign for the company via
• Internet / Blogging
• Email:
• Fax
• Newsletter announcement
• Mailing
• Local Marketing
• Membership, Associations & Organizations
Your job is to help create a buzz in the market for our recently launched website.
Clearly must show understanding of business plans and marketing plans.
Location: Mission Valley
Salary/Wage: Negotiable upon acceptance
Education: College Degree required
Status: Full-time
Shift: Days and Nights
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November 10, 2006
Take A Job With Pronto.com, Pronto
Pronto.com, an operating business of IAC/InterActiveCorp and has its HQ in New York City. They are just getting out of the starting gate and are looking for a director of sales and some tech postions. Pronto is a comparison-shopping engine that was launched in January 2006, and while traffic is still fairly low it has been well recieved.
Email your resume here: jobs at pronto dot com
View Pronto Web site - pronto.com
Pronto.com, an operating business of IAC/InterActiveCorp
Jobs at Pronto
Pronto is a growing company and we're always looking for great people. If you are interested in joining the Pronto team, please send your resume to: jobs@pronto.com
Client Services Manager
Director of Sales
Front End/UI Web Developer
Java Software Engineer
Online Acquisition/Media Buyer
Oracle DBA
Product Manager
Client Services Manager Location: New York, NY
You will serve as the owner for the day-to-day operational needs of Pronto's paying merchants. You will work directly with the Pronto Client Development Team (Sales) to acquire, set-up ("onboard"), and maintain/maximize the relationship with paying merchants. You will also work closely with the Pronto Product & Technology Teams to develop and improve the merchant toolset (including the onboarding tool, customer management system, and related reporting mechanisms), to continually improve efficiencies in the account management process for all merchants.
Responsibilities
Support Client Development Team in merchant acquisition efforts, including research, and presentation preparation
Manage the account onboarding process for top tier merchants, including working with the client (or client's agency) on all set-up and data collection requirements
Provide ongoing support for top tier merchant accounts
Analyze client results/reporting to continually determine methods to maximize merchant revenue and experience
Work directly with Sales Development Representatives to present client optimization and upsell opportunities
Provide ongoing feedback and business requirements to Product & Technology Teams on the development of the merchant toolset, serving as a product/project management leader as needed.
Qualifications
Extremely detail oriented and organized, with the ability to consistently multitask
Team player who works easily across different functional groups and levels, from sales to technology to management
Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external presentation
Basic understanding/experience with customer management systems and bulk data feeds desired
Strong work ethic, with a high level of professionalism and integrity
Bachelors Degree required
2 - 5 years of professional experience, specifically in sales support or an internet/new media environment
Interested in this position? Send your resume to: jobs@pronto.com
Director of Sales Location: New York, NY
You will be responsible for the development of nation wide clients and a team of sales managers. Ability to work within a team of analytic, driven, self sufficient and intelligent sales individuals is a must. Experience in online media is a requirement (focus in retail a plus).
Responsibilities
Meet/exceed quarterly and annual revenue goals according to sales plan
Assess potential business deals, conduct detailed prospect due diligence, negotiate favorable terms, and acquire prospect commitment
Serve as an ongoing liaison between Company and a roster of clients and prospects
Display a thorough understanding of target industries and their needs as well as Company's competitive advantages and solutions
Synthesize database analytics and compile industry specific reports for presentation to clients and prospects
Report to and assist Vice President of Sales in developing new revenue generating product ideas
Qualifications
Proven track record of excelling in competitive, thoughtful environments (either professionally or otherwise)
Bachelor's Degree
4-5 years online experience required - preferably online advertising or e-commerce industries
3-5 years of online sales or business development experience preferred
Proven track record of sales or business development success
Possess strong communication skills
Self-motivated team player who consistently strives to exceed goals and expectations
Interested in this position? Send your resume to: jobs@pronto.com
Front End/UI Web Developer Location: New York, NY
You will part of a team of product managers, product designers and developers that is responsible for building a desktop shopping application. Person must be familiar with the UI intersection between java development and web design. The person will be the critical glue that will leverage JSP components and templates ( i.e., servlib and custom tags) and web design to build site and custom application pages. The right candidate must possess a clear passion for discovering and solving customer, technical and design problems. The best candidates will be interested in leveraging the design and development world to drive consumer innovation.
Responsibilities
Work on cross-functional team of developers, product managers and designers to integrate the front-end design with the back-end code
Develop application pages by integrating JSP and client side web components
Move design mock-ups from PhotoShop flat files to HTML
Participate in planning, requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment
Participate in project schedule planning, identify and track issues and risks, and communicate status to project stakeholders
Ensure project timelines are met with high quality deliverables
Qualifications
Web design: understand XHTML, PhotoShop, CSS, JavaScript, browser oddities and what DHTML
JSP integration: understand how JSP tags and their associated components can be manipulated to create pages. Drawing from a JSP component library, you will be able to create new pages in an interactive fashion
Scripting understanding: ability to understand how to script and leverage the cross over between back-end JSP and JavaScript. Also understand where JavaScript should and should not be used
Development environment: Know and embrace development environment understanding how to use CVS and other dev tools to manage changes throughout the development life-cycle
Ability to work in an agile development environment: We work through ideas quickly and need to support the business in making page changes. You need to be able to move ideas from brainstorming to prototypes in hours
Interested in this position? Send your resume to: jobs@pronto.com
Java Software Engineer Location: New York, NY
You will part of a team of developers that is responsible for delivering a high-quality core application. This is a hands-on role and we are seeking both experienced and junior engineers.
The team is progressive and uses a mix of open source and traditional technologies in our development environment and for our frameworks. We take a pragmatic approach to software development.
Responsibilities
Work in a team on a consumer site: analysis, planning, design, development, testing, and deployment.
Participate in requirements, design, and code reviews
Participate in project schedule planning, identify and track issues and risks, and communicate status to project stakeholders
Ensure project timelines are met with high quality deliverables
Leverage Java, J2EE, JBoss, Tomcat, etc., to build and maintain highly scalable, highly available, modular code
Document (UML etc) and model solutions.
Understand and enjoy the unique pressures and rewards of working at a startup.
Qualifications
A self motivated, team player with excellent communication skills
Well rounded problem solving skills
BS/BA with software engineering experience
Solid J2EE/server-side java experience
Strong knowledge and practice of software engineering practices
Enterprise level/large project application development experience is a must
Experience in designing/developing complex, scalable, distributed systems is a plus
Interested in this position? Send your resume to: jobs@pronto.com
Online Acquisition/Media Buyer Location: New York, NY
Pronto is looking for an aggressive self-starter to manage and grow our online acquisition efforts. The director will be responsible for taking ownership over our online acquisition efforts and maximizing our profitable spend.
Responsibilities
Identify relevant media outlets and performance-based networks, negotiate plan details and rates, and manage campaigns on an ongoing basis
Manage campaigns to ensure that they successfully meet Pronto's marketing allowable
Optimize ongoing campaigns through constant testing to determine the most effective creative for the publisher's audience
Provide instruction and ongoing oversight to creative teams to develop effective online creative that is consistent with Pronto's brand
Develop segmentation and targeting strategies to effectively target specific user groups with a tailored message
Communicate the results of our media to the rest of the Pronto team
Qualifications
Several years of relevant experience buying or selling media with a track record of steadily improving results
Strong negotiation skills
Extensive knowledge of online media
Analytical approach to problem solving
Familiarity with direct response testing and optimization techniques a plus
Interested in this position? Send your resume to: jobs@pronto.com
Oracle DBA Location: New York, NY or Boulder, CO
Looking for a versatile Oracle DBA to design, implement, support, and maintain a large database application. Multiple tasking is essential.
Responsibilities Responsibilities
Design and create database schemas, including data files, tables, and indexes
Monitor and performance tune system
Develop custom PL/SQL and SQL*Plus scripts
Troubleshoot development and production issues
Provide 24x7 production environment support
Maintain backups for all databases and regularly test restores
Work closely with application developers to materialize required database modifications
Maintain and support production database and data warehouse
Qualifications
5+ years experience with Oracle (preferably in an e-commerce environment)
Experience with 10g RAC and Rman in a production environment
Experience with MySQL in a production environment is a big plus
Experience with Perl DBI programming is a big plus
3+ year experience with e-commerce or related 24x7 Internet databases
3+ year experience working with Oracle in a UNIX environment
Experience writing shell scripts for monitoring all areas within the database and experience with SQL
Solid understanding of RAID systems
Strong communications skills (presentation and documentation) and interpersonal skills required
Interested in this position? Send your resume to: jobs@pronto.com
Product Manager Location: New York, NY
You will be part of a small team responsible for building the product from conception through implementation. Working with UI designers and developers, as well as the executive team, you will have the opportunity to define a top-notch consumer experience. This is a highly visible role with strong potential for growth.
Responsibilities
Responsible for managing all aspects of product development from conception through implementation
Deliver business requirements, functional specifications and wireframes
Lead cross-functional teams of designers and developers
Drive market research and usability studies
Qualifications
Track record of success in software/online product management. Ideal candidates will have at least 3+ years of relevant experience
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams of engineers and designers
Demonstrated ability to define vision and build business requirements and functional specifications based on that vision
Experience building consumer and/or e-commerce applications with broad distribution
Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills
Outstanding organizational skills and a keen attention to details
Combination of technology and business acumen
Consumer marketing and/or online distribution experience a plus
Interested in this position? Send your resume to: jobs@pronto.com
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Controller En Route To CFO For ReacTV of St. Pete's, FL
ReacTV is looking for a controller who knows QuickBooks and other broadcast accounting software and has significant experience in a broadcast environment.
ReacTV develops "reactive television programming embedded with reactive advertising." It claims patented technology that enables interactive gaming networks, where viewers at home compete for prizes by watching and reacting to their television programming – and their ads. It sells its ad system to mass media broadcasters. ReacTV is owned and founded by real estate magnate Frank Maggio. [Who is Frank Maggio? "As a 23 year old former Emory University Woodruff Scholar, turned Procter & Gamble sales manager, Maggio "cracked the code" on the largest promotional contest in consumer products history. Maggio eventually claimed over $21 million in prizes in the Beatrice "Monday Night Winning Line-up."
Contact - susancollins@scollinsinc.com
View - Reactv
ReacTV, a start-up TV Internetwork, is looking for an experienced Controller. We seek some who is skilled in accounts payable/receivable and collections; has knowledge of QuickBooks and other broadcast accounting software; significant experience in a broadcast environment. Understanding of financial reporting required. Supervisory and start-up experience helpful.
This position requires broad conceptual thinking, good people skills, organizational ability, energy and enthusiasm.
Posted by Paul at 10:14 PM | TrackBack
.Net Freak Desired by The Netherlands' TamTam
They say Delft is a beautiful city, but you probably want to know Dutch for this job. TamTam is looking for someone to go-between the tech and biz camps. TamTam builds Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server and BizTalk implementations for large customers.
To apply, email info attamtam dot nl
NET Architect
at Tam Tam BV
Delft, Netherlands
.NET DEVELOPER/SharePoint ARCHITECT
Can you bridge the gap between technology and the business case?
Tam Tam is one of the leading full-service internet companies in the Netherlands. We stand for open and engaged relationships with our clients, solid technical expertise, and an approach that revolves around the client and user. Our client portfolio is growing fast, and includes blue-chip names such as NIBC, Royal Haskoning, Bouwfonds, GTI and many more. All operate at the forefront of their industry.
Your role:
•You are able to build and integrate complex internet and intranet applications based on Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server and BizTalk.
•You can advise clients convincingly thanks to your expertise, your ability to listen and your good communication skills. You provide specialist expertise throughout the sales process.
•You write well-crafted implementation plans and are responsible for the technical direction of junior developers. As a driver, you are responsible for building architectures and communicating them to the team. You are responsible for the software design process.
•Coaching and mentoring junior developers are important tasks at Tam Tam. Aware that their development will determine Tam Tam's future course, you share responsibility for the continuing development of their knowledge and experience.
•You are fully up-to-date with recent developments in your field, and you lead the way in transferring this knowledge internally and externally.
As a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, we build using .Net technologies and various Microsoft packages.
•Content Management Server;
•Commerce Server;
•SharePoint Portal Server;
•BizTalk Server;
•Office 2007
What you need:
•university education (HBO or above);
•at least 3 years relevant experience of developing software on the Microsoft .NET platform;
•knowledge of developing internet applications with ASP.NET, C#, SQL, XML, etc.;
•knowledge of and an interest in Microsoft products, such as SharePoint and Biztalk;
•proven experience in designing and developing full-function applications;
•you should ideally be MSCD.NET certified.
About Information Worker Solutions
Innovation is growing and growing through open cooperation without limits. The Information Worker Solutions Unit facilitates open cooperation through use of the latest portal concepts and technologies. Our custom solutions enable people to do their work, develop their know-how, collaborate and communicate in the way that suits them best. It doesn't just allow people to work more efficiently and more effectively, it gives people the space to innovate and make creative contributions.
About Tam Tam
We have an informal, but professional business culture. And our people have the freedom to work with new ideas. Our company is unbureaucratic and transparent. Fun is an essential part of our culture. We like to play hard, but we work hard too.
It goes without saying that we can offer you an attractive salary and excellent benefits.
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Boston's Yuppie Social Network HeyLetsGo Needs Programming Lead
We profiled HeyLetsGo over on the alarm:clock. They are in beta, limited to Boston. It was launched by several recent MIT grads and is funded by Highland Capital. They currently claim 100K users in Boston. Selling point is central location in downtown Boston and lots of parties to hit if you are into that.
In addition to a software lead, the company is looking for:
1. Designer
Experienced in information architecture and/or graphic design
Consumer Web site experience
Ideally worked with community sites, or dealt with information architecture for large complex sites, or sites with a fair amount of user interaction
2. Web Developer
Experienced Web developer with good understanding of architecture (no spaghetti code!) and can quickly implement new features
Skilled in PHP, MySQL, CSS
Ideally experience with consumer Web sites and user-centric design
3. Promoter
Experienced word of mouth promoter
Good set of social contacts
Ideally also creative and can create higher-leverage promotion programs
4. Marketing intern (summer/part-time)
Smart, quick learner, and hard worker
Interested in learning more about marketing and start-ups
Good verbal/written communication skills
To apply, email jobs at heyletsgo dot com.
Software Engineer at Innovative Social Startup
at HeyLetsGo, Inc.
Boston, MA
Do you have a passion for building a website that you and your buddies use every day? Do you think of ingenious solutions to hairy problems? Do you want to create a site that brings 5000 people to a party -- and which 100K people in Boston are already using? We're hiring world class software engineers to build the next generation social site. If this is you, you should contact us.
Heyletsgo is a fast growing venture backed startup providing the only site focused on making life more enjoyable for 25-40 year olds online as well as offline. We're a fun, smart group looking to expand our engineering team. We are located in the heart of Boston, next to shopping, restaurants, bars, and public transportation, with easy access to and from Cambridge, Back Bay, Chinatown, Fenway and beyond.
Requirements
* BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent degree
* 2-5 years software development experience, web development preferred
* Strong software engineering skills; know when to hack and when to refactor
* Ability to quickly implement a functional spec to deployable code
* Experience with PHP, MySQL, CSS, AJAX
* Working knowledge of Linux, development tools (vim/emacs, grep, sed, etc.)
* Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing requirements
Plusses
* Knowledge of various web services/APIs
* Experience building scalable web applications
* Experience with Linux system administration
Location: Boston, MA
Compensation: Competitive based on experience, stock options
Reports to: CTO
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LA-based PortBlue Needs BD Director and Java Dude
PortBlue develops and hosts expert systems for business and government applications, primarily in the healthcare, national and homeland security and law enforcement sectors. Why would you work at PortBlue you, ask? Their chief selling point for tech is:
"Technology: We use the latest techniques, tools, and frameworks: J2SE 5, Oracle 10g, Spring, Hibernate, AJAX, XSLT, ANTLR. Rather than dealing with a large legacy code base, you will be working on a heavily refactored, well-tested system that allows for rapid development of new features."
HQ Near Down-town LA
To apply, email jobs.tech@portblue.com
Software Engineer (Java)
at PortBlue
Los Angeles, CA 90066
PortBlue's tool for rapid development of sophisticated web applications is unique. Our software developers and product designers enjoy solving interesting, complex problems, such as multidimensional data manipulation and weaving programming concepts into a tool designed for non-programmers. We are looking for the brightest talent who are motivated to learn and contribute to building a pioneering company.
WHY JOIN PORTBLUE?
• Technology: We use the latest techniques, tools, and frameworks: J2SE 5, Oracle 10g, Spring, Hibernate, AJAX, XSLT, ANTLR. Rather than dealing with a large legacy code base, you will be working on a heavily refactored, well-tested system that allows for rapid development of new features.
• People: You will be working with a top notch group focused on producing a quality application, and on (technical) growth. Each member of the team is expected to find and advocate new technologies, processes, and patterns which would improve our application or our ability to deliver it quickly and reliably.
• Environment: PortBlue is dedicated to creating a learning environment, with weekly technical talks and explorations of important articles, books and software engineering methodologies.
• Relevance: The functionality you create will see immediate, critical use. Decision Support Systems built on the PortBlue platform include a system that hospitals employ to respond to disasters, and a variety of analytic applications handling tasks as diverse as creating a 5 Year Business Plan for surgical centers or training peace officers.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
You should have strong analytical and problem solving skills and have a hands-on, "get it done" attitude. You should understand software development lifecycle models, but be flexible enough to deal with the inevitable quick course changes experienced by a small, young organization.
You should have superior skills in one or more of the following areas:
• Object-oriented design and development
• J2EE technologies and industry-standard open source frameworks (Hibernate, Spring)
• Struts, or a similar control/view framework
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• 2+ years of development experience of Web-based J2EE applications
• 2+ years of work with object-oriented languages and designs
• 2+ years using XML and its associated Java toolsets
• 2+ years developing RDBMS-backed applications
• Some familiarity with open source tools (JUnit, Ant)
• Some familiarity with common open source frameworks (Struts, Hibernate, Spring)
• Some familiarity with JavaScript
• Some familiarity with shell scripting languages (sh, Perl, etc.)
• Some familiarity with XHTML and CSS based web development
INTERESTED?
Please send a current resume and brief answers to the 3 questions below to jobs.tech@portblue.com.
1. What do you consider your primary strengths and weaknesses as a software developer? Which of those strengths would you most like to see in your coworkers?
2. What is the most complicated software system with which you have been involved? Discuss the aspects of the system function or implementation that made it sophisticated and which aspects made it difficult to develop or maintain. With the benefit of hindsight, which design or development decisions would you change in order to reduce these difficulties?
3. What aspects of PortBlue (the company, the product, etc.) do you find compelling?
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November 08, 2006
Audiophile? Think Australia Is Cool? Hate Wires? Check Newly Funded Gecko Audio
Gecko Audio is a pre-launch audio networking company based in Sydney Australia that recently raised $3M in VC based on the strength of its demos. Its systems will be used for homes and autos.
Gecko needs: a firmware engineer, electronic engineer and a software engineer
To apply, email your CV to careers@geckoaudio.com
Our aim at Gecko is to develop the world's best audio technology and we need exceptional people to achieve this aim. Currently we are looking for individuals with the following skills:
Software Engineering: We are currently looking for world class software engineers. The essential technical requirements are exceptional, demonstrated expertise in C/C++ and outstanding object oriented design skills. The term "demonstrated" means that you have developed software in a professional environment or you have developed very complex software as a hobby. The number of years of experience is not important as long as you have the confidence to tell us how good you are and you are able to back your claims with evidence.
In addition to the above you must be able to demonstrate expertise in the following:
low level and high level networking protocols (including UPnP)
digital signal processing for audio applications
graphical user interface design and implementation
embedded software architecture analysis and design
embedded software documentation
software project management
familiarity with UML, Linux (ideally embedded)
knowledge of Windows XP development is a bonus but not necessary
knowledge of Python is a bonus but not necessary
Electronic Engineering: The applicant must be able to demonstrate a proven track record in the following areas:
microcontroller based networking systems for both the consumer and automotive markets (802.3, 802.11, MOST, CAN)
design of high performance mixed signal electronics and PCBs for mass market audio and/or video applications (including design of at least one mass market product)
high performance audio systems
team orientated approach to their work that is in line with common quality procedures such as ISO9001
extensive experience in Protel or PADS Layout 100/DxDesigner
solid grasp of all EMC standards and international product safety standards
Beneficial knowledge: switch mode power supplies (up to 500W), high power amplifiers, CPLD design, manufacturing experience.
Firmware Engineering: The applicant must be able to demonstrate a proven track record in the following areas:
PCI32 and PCI64 interface design
implementation of complex audio processing DSP algorithms distributed over multiple processor cores (PPC and microblaze)
implementation of optimized reconfigurable filter architectures for audio and video applications
implementation of (Gigabit) Ethernet MACs
intimate familiarity with the Xilinx Spartan family
If you meet the above requirements AND YOU ARE AN AUSTRALIAN RESIDENT OR HAVE A VISA THAT PERMITS YOU TO WORK IN AUSTRALIA then please email your CV to careers@geckoaudio.com
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November 07, 2006
Chargé d'Etudes Finance For Netsize In France
Netsize SA, a France-based provider of mobile messaging and content billing solutions, has raised Euro13.2M in 4th-round funding. 123 Venture was joined by return backers GRP, Partech International, GemVentures, Rothschild Gestion and company founders.
[Warning: This job description is written in the French language!]
MISSION:
Intégré(e) à l'équipe maîtrise d'ouvrage de la division système d'information, vous êtes principalement responsable du domaine fonctionnel Comptabilité-Finance, tout en pouvant être affecté(e) ponctuellement à d'autres projets.
Au sein de ces projets, vous assurez :
l'étude du besoin exprimé par la direction financière
la formalisation des process, ainsi qu'un soutien actif à leur définition
La rédaction du cahier des charges fonctionnel
l'intégration au niveau SI
Le suivi et la coordination globale des projet, la gestion des risques et le respect des délais
PROFIL
De formation bac+5 (Ecole d'ingénieur généraliste, école de commerce avec option système d'information ou DESS équivalent), vous disposez d'au moins 3 ans d'expérience sur les problématiques transverses Finance – Système d'information.
Vous avez une bonne connaissance métier du domaine Compta finance (maitrise des concepts et de la terminologie nécessaires).
La maîtrise des outils informatiques et en particulier les bases de données est nécessaire.
Idéalement vous avez déjà participé en tant que consultant AMOA ou chef de projet MOA à la mise en place de progiciels Financier.
Write to drh@netsize.com
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"Haul ass. Kick ass. Repeat." At Casual game Start-up Bunchball Somewhere On the Peninsula
"Bunchball is at the intersection of social networks and casual gaming." The company says they are building a small team of 10+ people
"People who can run fast, think creatively, and go deep in one area but contribute everywhere. We worked on this company for a long time on our own dime. We tried a lot of things, failed a lot of times, and learned a tremendous amount. We don't listen to the hype, we don't spend a lot of money, and we never stop trying things."
Bunchball just raised venture funding from Granite Ventures and closed a strategic investment by Adobe Ventures.
All positions are full-time and on-site somewhere between Redwood Shores, CA and Mountain View, CA, but will consider exceptional remote candidates.
Job openings:
- Client Software Engineer
- Creative Director
- Business Development/Sales
- Office Manager
- Client Software Engineer
Send resumes, portfolios, links to blogs, websites, etc. to jobs@bunchball.com
Client Software Engineer
You will own Bunchball's next generation of products and be focused primarily on the user-facing components (although you're more than welcome to work on the server side as well). You'll be crafting small, powerful client applications in Flash (ActionScript 2 and 3) for deployment across the web, mobile (Flash Lite 2.x) and desktop (Apollo). This is cutting edge work, my friend. You will also work on the interactive web applications/sites that support these new initiatives.
Bunchball clients are all written in Adobe Flash. If you don't already know it, you'll learn it. We love it.
Requirements:
Expert with object-oriented framework and design
Experience connecting to back-end services
Ability to write clean, coherent code
Ability to understand and master new technologies quickly
Thrive on developing innovative ideas and executing them
Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn and to teach
Desired but not required:
Experience with Macromedia Flash
Experience with Flash Lite
Knowledge of Flash server products (Flash Media Server, Flex Data Services)
Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and W3C DOM
AJAX and other "rich web" techniques
Experience implementing standards-based web application user interfaces
Ability to cleanly implement a UI across different browsers (IE6, Mozilla/Firefox, Safari)
Knowledge of PHP, Java or other web application languages
Creative Director
You will own Bunchball's game library, visual identity and the design of our next generation of products. Your job will be to decide what games to build and then enlist outside teams to create them under your watchful eye. You will also own the Bunchball brand, creating an identity and visual design language that can be used across our web and gaming products. You have the design chops to jump in yourself and get your hands dirty in Flash, Photoshop and Illustrator. Anything that end users see or interact with will go through you and meet your high (some might say impossible :) quality standards. You're also freakin' fast.
Requirements:
Experience producing games or other high-interactivity applications
Expert in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash animation
Ability to manage onshore and offshore teams
Experience creating visual identities and design languages
Thrive on developing innovative ideas and executing them
Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn and to teach
Desired but not required:
Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and W3C DOM
Knowledge of AJAX and other "rich web" techniques
Knowledge of ActionScript
A love of games
Business Development/Sales
Coffee is for closers and you're drowning in it, baby. You'll work with the CEO to identify potential customers and partners, make the initial contacts and the pitch, and close the deals. You can think strategically about revenue models and how best to meet client needs, and will develop and maintain ongoing client relationships. You'll also guide the business thinking and execution around our direct-to-consumer initiatives.
Requirements:
Proven experience in a business development, marketing or sales position in an Internet company
A track record of success in establishing client relationships
Excellent communication skills
A good network that you can use to reach potential customers and partners
Ability to work in a startup environment
Strong understanding of the Web 2.0 and new media spaces. So strong that you're already on Web 3.0
Desired but not required:
Experience in the casual gaming industry
The ability to say "Let's do lunch" with a straight face
Office Manager
You are an organized, self-directed, get-up-and-go person who wants to get in on the ground floor of a cool, fun startup and be the glue that holds the entire ship together. You're happy accepting new assignments and challenges, and are constantly seeking opportunities to grow your skill set and increase your value. You like people. You'll work with everyone in the company and will often be the first person clients interact with.
Requirements:
Ability to generate a good, upbeat atmosphere for coworkers and clients
Good people skills, fun to be around, and motivated
Thrive in an unstructured environment that requires the ability to learn quickly, take initiative and think on your feet
Ability to multi-task and handle multiple activities simultaneously
Expert in Microsoft Office
Detail-oriented
Very comfortable with the internet and technology in general
Willingness to be a guinea pig for new product testing. And pull in your friends.
Desired but not required:
Some basic knowledge of HTML
Some experience with handling payroll, benefits, accounts, etc.
You participate in one or more social networks
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November 06, 2006
Marketing VP For West LA's Teleflora
Teleflora.com has a search on for a Vice-President. The company claims to be the world's largest floral wire service with 25K member florists throughout the U.S. and Canada plus 20K affiliated florists outside North America. In June 2005, Teleflora launched a new site at myteleflora.com, which is says cost $11M!. Teleflora currently lists 45 job openings.
To apply, visit http://www.teleflora.com/careers.asp
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Marketing VP For Seattle's OnlineShoes.com
Online shoe stores are hot and OnlineShoes.com is one of the big boys - it has been around for a decade. The company is not your typical dot.com success story. It's been a family business, the founder's father ran a Red Wing shoe store and has son is carrying the torch without VC funding.
"VP of Internet Marketing oversees the strategy of acquiring new consumers and maintaining existing consumers through a variety of marketing channels for both direct and online."
To apply, email resumes to: peterc@onlineshoes.com
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Build "Landscape Shifting Mechanisms" For Redwood City's Stealth Attributor
"Attributor is an early stage company that is enabling new landscape-shifting mechanisms for content publishing across the internet." We think they must have been laughing when they wrote that it is so vague. Attributor says it is led by seasoned Internet entrepreneurs and backed by some of the earliest investors in companies like Google, Skype and Overture. We are hiring.
They are looking for a web developer and a systems engineer.
Apply ato info (at) attributor (dot) com
Are you a genius at processing extremely large data sets using distributed technology?
Are you passionate and obsessed with algorithms and analysis?
Will the world be a better place with a vibrant marketplace for intellectual property?
Would you like to be part of a small team that will revolutionize the fabric of the Internet, rather than building yet another product feature pretending to be a company?
We are seeking to add a few top-notch engineers to drive the vision quickly and passionately to market. The ability to work in a team, engage in rigorous analysis of issues and aggressively execute a plan of action is a must.
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Systems Engineer
As an Attributor Software Engineer, you will be involved in designing, coding, debugging, deploying, and maintaining all aspects of the Attributor systems. You will be responsible for a wide variety of areas, including: systems architecture, system and database administration, performance analysis, capacity planning, and fault tolerance. A deep understanding of large scale systems, networks, and Internet services is required. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of producing rock-solid code for mission critical production environments.
Summary of Qualifications
BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent (PhD a plus)
Several years of software development experience
Experience with large scale computing architectures
Strong distributed systems and architecture knowledge
Skilled in leading projects, especially in deploying live end-user systems
Programming excellence in C++ (Java knowledge a plus)
Extensive knowledge of databases (MySQL a plus) and Linux/UNIX environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Passion for problem solving, algorithms, and rigorous analysis
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Web Developer
Do you want to build next-generation web applications that will shape the experience of Internet users worldwide?
Are you an accomplished and gifted Web Guru with a flair for creating front-end applications that are both elegant and responsive?
Then Attributor is the place to be...
As a web developer at Attributor, you will be responsible for designing and building our web application from the ground up. The ideal candidate has a proven history of building exceptional and receptive web applications with Javascript/HTML/CSS and JSP/PHP or similar middle-tier.
Summary of Qualifications
BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent
5+ years web application programming experience
Strong foundation in Javascript/HTML/XML/CSS
Experience in the middle-tier with Java or PHP
Knowledge of databases expected (MySQL a plus)
Knowledge in User Interface design a plus
Excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills
Proven track record for being detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to self-motivate and follow-through on projects
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All positions are for our office in Redwood City, CA.
If you are interested in applying for a position at Attributor, please send your resume to jobs (at) attributor (dot) com.
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NYC's Digital Railroad Chugging For Marketplace Director/Other Jobs
Digital Railroad is a platform for buyers and sellers of professional photography and claims almost 4M images. You'd report to work at 16th, near 4th. The start-up is founded by First Round Capital and the management team does seem to have plenty of experience in this field
Digital railroad is looking to fill these positions:
Director of Networking and Datacenter Operations
Director of Software Development
Key Account Support Managers
Member Services & Support Associates
PR Associate/Manager
Program Manager
Quality Assurance Analyst
Sales Associate
Sales Managers
Software Engineers
Web Developer
Web Development Technical Lead
To apply, visit http://www.digitalrailroad.net/corpsite/careers.html
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