2007-11-11 | GadBall

Saturday, November 17, 2007

Java Software Developer for Financial Systems Consulting in NEW YORK, NY

Saturday, November 17, 2007

Robert Half Technology is currently recruiting for a Java/J2EE Software Developer for a 3-6 month consulting project at a leading NYC Hedge Fund client. This person will be working with our client, a technology consulting company specializing in the financial services industries, to develop customized solutions for a large hedge fund.
Requirements include
5+ years experience developing Java software or web applications.
2+ years experience working with J2EE
Experience with Hibernate and/or Spring
Previous consulting experience is beneficial but not required

How to Apply:

No third parties
No corp to corp/1099
LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY
Due to large response, candidates that do not meet the requirement may not be contacted regarding their submission
If you are qualified please forward your resume to
 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Java, J2EE, Spring or Hibernate

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Java/J2EE Web Developer for Consulting Company in NEW YORK, NY

Robert Half Technology is currently recruiting for Java/J2EE Web Developer for a six month contract at a large publishing house in Midtown Manhattan. We are looking for a driven web developer with experience in Java and J2EE as well as XML and XSLT. This Developer will use those technologies within a consulting team to develop customized web solutions including content management systems.
We are looking for candidates who can commit to a six month contract with possibility of extension.
Qualified candidates will have the following experience at a minimum;
2+ years experience with Java and J2EE
1+ years experience with XML and XSLT
Experience building customized content management solutions would be helpful.
Experience with Hibernate and/or Spring is also a plus
How to Apply:

No third parties
No corp to corp/1099
LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY
Due to large response, candidates that do not meet the requirement may not be contacted regarding their submission
If you are qualified please forward your resume to

 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: J2EE, Java, XML, XSLT

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C# ASP .Net Web Developer in NEW YORK, NY

My client, a Credit Card Leasing company, seeks a 3+ year C# ASP .Net Web Developer. 50/50 split between front and server side development. Candidate should have solid ASP .Net (preferably 2.0), and C#. Oracle backend, solid Transact SQL would be good too. Should have solid front end exp (Javascript/CSS/XML/XHTML, etc). Should have a strong background with web services.
Please send resume to 
Experience: My client, a Credit Card Leasing company, seeks a 3+ year C# ASP .Net Web Developer. 50/50 split between front and server side development. Candidate should have solid ASP .Net (preferably 2.0), and C#. Oracle backend, solid Transact SQL would be good too. Should have solid front end exp (Javascript/CSS/XML/XHTML, etc). Should have a strong background with web services.
Please send resume to 

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Systems Administrator in NEW YORK, NY

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My client, a prominent Web Services company in the downtown Manhattan area, has an immediate need for a Windows Systems Administrator on a long term consulting basis. The Windows Systems Administrator will work in a dynamic team environment that consists of Windows 2003 server, Exchange server, Active Directory and MS-SQL server. The company's environment consists of several hundred servers and several thousand workstations on multiple-domain Windows 2003 forests. The Windows System Administrator will take an active role in server side troubleshooting and configuration. In addition the Windows System Administrator will also do server build outs, system backups and other administrative duties. The ideal candidate should posses a high level of analytical, communication, and troubleshooting skills:
 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Skill sets required: 
2+ years of Windows NT/2000/2003 server administration 
Experience with Exchange 2003 server, and migration work from 5.5 to 2003 
Active Directory experience is a plus 
DNS server builds 
DHCP, TCP/IP 
XP Professional operating systems (as well as Win 2000) 
Exposure to SQL Server, installation and basic administration is a plus but not required 
Knowledge of Blackberry Enterprise Server a plus 
Functional use of MS office including Visio, technical/enterprise highly preferred 

Certifications a plus but not required: 
MCP 
MCSE 


Candidate must be able to Start Immediately!!
 
 
**Salary to be based on experience**
 

For immediate and confidential consideration, please send resumes to
 
 
Due to the large volume of responses, candidates who do not meet the job requirements may not be contacted regarding their resumes.


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Help Desk/Active Directory in New York, NY

Position Description

We are looking for a Help Desk Analyst to work in a friendly and fast-paced environment. The Help Desk Analyst will serve as the initial point of contact for users' software and hardware issues and will also work with the other members of the IT department for quick and courteous resolutions.

Responsibilities will include:

 Provide primary Help Desk and troubleshooting support via the Help Desk Hotline. Work in concert with other members of the Information Technology Department to troubleshoot more complex user technical problems.
 Answer Help Desk telephone at all times during the scheduled workday, on call after-hours rotation, and at other times as requested or assigned
 Properly Log incidents into Track-it System in a timely manner
 Provide phone and email support for custom in-house web applications; the Help Desk Analyst must be willing to learn these applications in-depth
 Customer service focus required, with strong communication skills and a positive attitude
 Assist the other members of the Information Technology Department in carrying out technical projects, including planning, implementing, assisting in the installation and setup of software products and hardware and other duties as assigned

Expected Background

 Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field
 Some SQL knowledge (T-SQL)
 Interest in learning SQL
 Macintosh support a plus
 2+ years of previous Help Desk support experience using Track-it or a similar ticketing system (i.e., Altiris)
 In-depth knowledge and experience with troubleshooting and repair of workstations, printers, and other client hardware; Microsoft Windows XP operating system, Microsoft Office XP Suite. Must be able to utilize and assist users with tools such as LCD projectors and laptop presentations.
 Demonstrated ability to simultaneously and successfully handle multiple, disparate tasks
 Must be able to operate effectively and cooperatively within the IT department to enable the department to function cohesively and to provide excellent customer service across Firm departments
 Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
 Familiarity with the Dock Link application is a plus
 Programming experience is a plus

Qualified candidate should send their resume to
Experience: Help Desk

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Friday, November 16, 2007

UI Designer in New York, NY

Friday, November 16, 2007

Our client a large Financial company is looking for a Senior UI Designer. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with CSS, HTML, Javascript, Photoshop, MS Office skills.
Experience: 5-7 years

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UI Designer in New York, NY

Project Analyst II (0668) in Buffalo, NY

Basic Function:
As part of M&T's Central Technology Division the Project Analyst II would participate in the gathering and analysis of information for defining functional requirements, functional designs, development and implementation of the final project. Performs routine analysis and research in support of business goals and strategies. Implements modifications to solve routine problems. These functions are performed with the assistance of a more senior project analyst. Assists in day-to-day support activities.
Responsibilities:
Assists the client in addressing problems/issues of small scope. Analyzes information, determines feasible solutions and makes recommendations.
Assists in converting client business requirements into functional specifications and functional designs on small scope assignments.
Participates in the development of project assessments and plans to include activities to be performed, estimated timeframes and effort.
Adheres to all current standards and procedures and ensures all efforts are properly documented.
Develops detailed test plans and scripts; performs client testing for routine processes to ensure proper system functioning, with the guidance of a more senior project analyst.
Provides consultation services to clients, technicians and Bank departments relating to the basic functions of supported mainframe or distributed applications. This may also include the review of system capabilities, operational procedures, forms, marketing materials, or cost analysis.
Develops a good understanding of the business and its functions, processes and operations.
Develops a professional level of communication and cooperation.
The Project Analyst II is competent to work on certain phases of systems analysis and application support with general direction, but requires instruction and guidance for other phases.
The Project Analyst II possesses a basic functional knowledge of the supported applications to assist in the successful processing of the system on a day-to-day basis and to maintain system integrity in thoroughly testing systems modifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of two to four year's college with at least three years experience in a technology/systems analysis or operational support environment,
Requires a basic knowledge of the client area's functions.
Good analytical skills, with the ability to understand basic development processes and technical concepts.
General knowledge of personal computers and the ability to effectively use word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Demonstrates a basic understanding of the business area's functions and operational environment.
Detail oriented, self-motivated; takes initiative to learn new skills and enhance overall knowledge.
Must possess time management skills and organization skills, plus the ability to handle multiple tasks at a time.
Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with client personnel.
Ideal Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Preferred general knowledge of the Cash Management applications (ACH, Lockbox (Wholesale, Retail, Tax, Balance Reporting, and Controlled Disbursement).
Familiar with what and how the supported applications functions are used by the client.

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.NET Developer - Full Time - in WHITE PLAINS, NY

Our client, a software development company for Radio, has an opportunity for Programmers with more than 3 years experience with Microsoft.NET to join a dynamic development team.

The candidate will be a member of a tight team using the Scrum agile development methodology and must have a strong sense of team spirit and commitment in addition to Microsoft.NET skills.

Qualified candidates should email their current resume to
Experience: The candidate must have proven experience in .NET Framework 2.0 and above, C#, .NET Windows Forms, .NET Web Services, ADO.NET, ASP.NET, XML/XSLT, Visual Studio 2005 and SQL Server 2000 / 2005.

Experience in the following areas is desirable: C++, COM/DCOM, Multi-tier Architectures, Windows Programming, Design Patterns, Microsoft Patterns and Practices, and Developer Express Tools.

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Developer (0720) in Buffalo, NY

Basic Function:
As part of M&T's Technology Infrastructure the Analyst would perform the analysis, design, programming and implementation on systems and procedures to solve complex business or scientific problems.
Responsibilities:
Full/independent administration and development of the M&T Bank Operational tools (Network, Problem and Change Management Application/Platforms)
On call for off shift concerns as necessary or on call support for off-hour production issues.
This position performs analysis, design, programming and implementation on systems and procedures to solve complex business or scientific problems
Applies conversions and enhancements to business systems
Maintains, develops and modifies programs according to detailed specifications
Automating manual or inefficient processes using a programming language; such as Java
Writing and editing software that interact with databases (MySQL, SQL Server)
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of four years college experience (in applicable field of study) or equivalent IT experience
Requires experience with application development software, hardware platforms and system development lifecycle and application development alternatives
Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, Java Script, Perl, Shell Scripting, and/or PHP
Strong knowledge and proficiency of general computer skills for system administration and concepts of the software utilized in such areas as Relational Database Design and Management, Java Script and basic UNIX/Linux server administration
Possess a strong ability to develop applications to business requirements
Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks concurrently
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Requires a thorough knowledge of the system development life cycle and application development alternatives
Demonstrates a high aptitude for complex problem analysis and resolution.
Ideal Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related discipline preferred
Experience in supporting an enterprise application including software lifecycle
Bank operations and proven project management experience a plus
Prior operational experience in a support position and/or in a position requiring a high level of technical customer services
Strong organizational abilities and be capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining a professional customer service attitude
Basic infrastructure knowledge, specifically Cisco IOS, routers and switches
Experience in one or more of the following applications is a plus; Tivoli/Netcool, HP Service Center, HP AssetCenter

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Business Objects Developer - Financial DataMarts in New York, NY

Cisco Network Engineer in Rochester, NY

Our client has an immediate need for a Cisco Network Engineer to support and maintain the network infrastructure including WAN, LAN and Voice Management. As a Cisco Network Engineer, you will be responsible for proactive management, monitoring, troubleshooting and technical analysis of the networks.
To express your interest for more information and consideration, contact Robert Half Technology in our Rochester office at today!
Experience: As an ideal candidate for this role, the following is required:
 Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
 Experience / education with the most recent releases of Cisco products, as well as CCNA, CCNP, CCDA, CCDP certifications
 Five or more years of experience in the following areas: hands on and troubleshooting of Cisco Routers / Switches, TCP / IP networking and Ethernet technologies
 Proficiency in Frame Relay, Point to Point WAN technology & LAN / WAN topologies is required
 Strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to multi-task, and be results-oriented

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Systems Administrator in Rochester, NY

Our client has a need for an Sr. Systems Administrator in a Windows 2000/2003 environment to maintain, update and configure complex networks on a contract basis. As an Sr. Systems Administrator, you would be responsible for providing technical and system support for the data center, as well as operating system upgrades, patches, hardware upgrades and installations. Responsibilities will include providing system support for the following applications/products:
 Active Directory
 Windows Server 2000/2003
 Microsoft Exchange 2000/2003
 Citrix Metafram
 System monitoring, alerting and paging (Help Systems)

To express your interest for more information and immediate consideration, contact Robert Half Technology in our Rochester office at today!
 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: To be considered for this role, the incumbent must possess the following:
 5 + years experience with Windows Server systems management, configuration and operation
 5 + years experience with Windows Server capacity planning and performance management
 2+ years experience in a Microsoft Exchange environment
 2+ years experience in a Citrix Metaframe Environment is a plus.
 Effective communication and problem solving skills, as well as the ability to work in a team atmosphere

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Credit Data Integrity Analyst (0892) in Buffalo, NY

Basic Function:
As a member of the Credit Data Audit/Integrity group within the Credit Division, this individual will work to ensure the completeness, currency, and accuracy of commercial loan data of particular concern to the Credit Division.
Responsibilities:
Monitoring specified data elements on commercial loan transactions as they are approved or modified to ensure that the data elements are complete, current, and accurate.
Assisting in the design, testing and implementation of processes and systems to identify, track, rectify, and report on credit data accuracy issues.
Working with the various commercial operation units to initiate data corrections and to ensure that these corrections are made on a timely basis.
Communicating data integrity issues to Credit Data Audit/Integrity Group Management, recommending solutions to these issues.
Mentoring and monitoring the work of new team members as they join the group.
Managing and executing targeted commercial loan portfolio data scrubs on an as-needed basis.
Performing special projects as requested by management.
Basic Qualifications:
Associate's Degree
Minimum 1 year experience in commercial credit, lending, or operations environment
Familiarity with commercial loan transactions from a structural and data perspective
Familiarity with commercial loan approval, legal, and other documents
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Access)
Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication skills
Ideal Qualifications:
Working knowledge (data inquiry) of the Bank's commercial loan accounting systems- AFS, Datalink, CLCS, IDS (InfoLease) and/or Shaw

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Business Analyst in Endicott, NY

Seeking a lead systems analyst to be a core member of an application support team that focuses on technical support, analysis and application change management of a Travel/Mobility system functionality for a Fortune 500 client. This analyst will work closely with members of the analyst team, including our business partners, developers, as well as members of the Travel and Mobility operations groups. Overall responsibilities are to write business and technical requirements for new application changes or projects, and perform testing efforts. Responsibilities also include performing problem determination and root cause analysis in providing ongoing day-to-day support of the applications

Primary Responsibilities

This is a position requires someone who has excellent leadership, analytical, problem-solving, design, and communication skills. Specific responsibilities include:

. Ensure that business objectives, project scope, and requirements are clearly understood by the development team as the Technical leader of the team

. Analyze the causes and effects of business problems, evaluate options and propose solutions

. Translate business requirements into functional specifications for developers and develop/execute comprehensive function testing on any application changes.

. Work with cross-functional teams to develop applications

. Manage multiple priorities associated with multiple, concurrent application changes and/or projects

. Analyze production issues when they occur and be able to determine root causes and propose resolutions

. Provide subject matter expertise on payroll and/or time & attendance applications to business and systems associates

. Potential for nightly on-call support of payroll and/or time & attendance applications (24 x 7 support)

Experience: Qualifications

Education and Experience

Three to five years experience as a business / systems analyst, with a focus in financial services applications (Prefer past history specific to team leadership in an IT area)

Bachelors degree in Computer Science/MIS or equivalent experience

Skills and Knowledge

Excellent analytical, communications, and problem-solving, team/project leadership skills

Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities

Project Planning, Sizing, IT Project management skills

Customer service focus

Excellent systems analysis, problem solving, and testing skills

Excellent documentation writing skills including training material/presentations and application/process diagram/workflow.

Ability to apply project life cycle and development methodology

Strong multi-tasking skills

Work Status must be either a green card holder or US Citizen as there is no sponsorship available.

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MIS Analyst IV (0608) in Buffalo, NY

BASIC FUNCTION:
As part of M&T's Consumer Lending Division the MIS Analyst IV will provide database support (SQL Server) for various applications used within Consumer Lending and Lending Services Divisions.
RESPONSIBILITES:
Provide database support (SQL Server) for various applications used within Consumer Lending and Lending Services Divisions.
Provide complex reporting (Crystal Reports) for clients within various divisions in the Bank.
Create and maintain DTS (Data Transformation Services) packages used within the Division.
Provide data analysis, troubleshooting and manipulation for various projects.
Design and support data extracts from mainframe applications to SQL Server.
Train lower level MIS Analysts and coach clients in use of data, tools and reporting.
Work with client base to ascertain future data needs and advise on the effective use of data with the Division.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
SQL Server Database Administration
SQL Server DTS
Crystal Reports
Effective verbal and written communication skills
3 years experience in Banking
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
3 years experience in reporting/data analysis
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS:
SAS
JCL
Familiarity with application development tools - .Net, Visual Studio
Experience in Consumer Lending
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or MIS

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Lead Business Objects Analyst / Senior Developer - Financial DataMarts in New York, NY

Ajilon Consulting has been a premier provider of information technology (IT) business solutions since 1969. With over 50 offices in North America and 10,000 employees worldwide, Ajilon Consulting is a company full of opportunities and exciting new challenges.

We have openings for a senior Business Objects consultant to support an international financial services industry client in NYC. Client is motivated to start someone this month.

Candidates for this senior position must possess strong methodology and analytical skills to "see the big picture" of the project but with hands-on experience with Business Objects to jump in and help when necessary.

Responsibilities include:

. Compose and deliver monthly project portfolio reports to Business COOs and IT Product Lines

. Provide process and system support and instructions to LBM's and PMO's to ensure efficient and accurate operations around project portfolio management across IB IT.

. Assume technical ownership of the DataMart (currently in SQL Server with ETL via stored procedures)

. Ensure data integrity in DataMart and reports

. Maintain set of SQL Server stored procedures used for ETL, including submission and control of all change managements.

. Manage all canned reports (created in Business Objects) and universe

. Extract, compile and deliver ad-hoc management reports to IB IT community as well as front office integrating project forecast estimates, accounting and cost allocation data.

. Manage implementation and delivery of enhancements to current project portfolio management toolset

Experience: Education and Professional Qualifications

. Bachelors Degree required, MBA / Masters in Information Technology is desirable

Work Experience

. 7+ years experience in Information Technology including Business Objects, SQL and Stored Procedure

. Strong analytical and problem solving skills

. Experience in data analysis and management reporting.

. Experience in IT Finance/Controlling

. Experience in cost allocation

. Experience in IT Project/Portfolio Management

. Knowledge of project accounting

Technical/Business Skills and Knowledge

. Advanced Business Objects report and universe development

. Advanced experience in SQL and stored procedure programming

. Advanced Microsoft Excel and Flow charting

. Experience with Application Development lifecycle

. Knowledge of different project management methodologies (PMBOK, PRINCE2)

. Lean or Six Sigma training

. Experience with PlanView

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Project Analyst III (0668) in Buffalo, NY

Basic Function:
As part of M&T's Central Technology Division the Project Analyst III would participates in the gathering and analysis of information for defining functional requirements, functional designs, development and implementation of the final project. Performs routine to moderately complex analysis and research in support of business goals and strategies. Implements modifications to solve problems. These functions are performed with general guidance of a more senior project analyst. Assists in day-to-day support activities.
Responsibilities:
Assists the client in addressing problems/day to day issues of small to medium scope. Analyzes information, determines feasible solutions and make recommendations for resolution.
Converts business requirements into functional specification design on small to medium scope assignments.
Develops project assessments and plans, estimate timeframes and effort.
Team lead projects of small scope under the guidance of a more Senior Business Analyst.
Adheres to all current standards and procedures and ensures all efforts are properly tested and documented.
Develops test plans and scripts; performs client testing for routine to moderately complex processes to ensure proper system functioning.
Provides consultation services to clients, technicians and Bank departments on basic to intricate functions of supported mainframe or distributed applications. This may also include the review of system capabilities, operational procedures, forms, marketing materials or cost analysis.
Develops a thorough understanding of the business being supported and its functions, processes and operations.
Maintains a good functional understanding of the supported application(s).
Participates in planning and implementing new policies and procedures that will improve the performance and effectiveness of the department.
Develops a professional level of communication and cooperation
The Project Analyst III possesses detailed functional knowledge of the supported applications' processing to maintain system integrity on a day-to-day basis.
Asserts ideas, encourages teamwork and acts as a role model.
Able to handle multiple tasks in support of various assignments
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of two to four years college with at least four years experience in a technology/system analysis or operational support environment.
Requires strong analytical and communication skills.
Very good analytical skills with the ability to understand development processes, procedures and methodologies
General knowledge of personal computers and the ability to effectively use word processing, excel software and GroupWise.
Demonstrates a good understanding of the business area's functions and operational processes.
Detail oriented, self-motivated, takes initiative to learn new skills and enhance overall knowledge
Must possess time management and organization skills
Able to work effectively with personnel in various organizational positions.
Quickly grasps new concepts.
Ideal Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Preferred general knowledge of one or more applications in the Hogan product suite (RPM, DDA, CIS, TDA).
General awareness of the Bank's application framework.
Good project management skills

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Thursday, November 15, 2007

Developer/OmniESF Support in New York, NY

Thursday, November 15, 2007

Genesis10 currently has an opening for a Developer who will provide production support for the OmniESF project.

Duties and responsibilities include:

- Provide technical services (i.e., development, configuration, testing, and implementation activities, and production support) for the Omni Enterprise Solutions Framework project at our client, a large bank in NYC.

- Technologies involved include: SOAP, Axis, J2EE, EJB, ESB, HTTP, XML, WSDL, WebLogic, Apache, Oracle/SQL, UNIX operating system, Eclipse, TOAD.

- Will learn new SunGard OmniESF core applications and architecture.

- Document customizations created for Client.

- Development and configuration of OmniESF Business Services.

- Test OmniESF core applications and architecture.

- Support implementations.

- Provide production support of core components of OmniESF and Business Services.

- Support other development groups using Business Services.
Experience: - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field.

- 10 plus years of IT work experience in systems programming / analysis.

- Primary skills: 8 to 10 years of J2EE, Java, UNIX and Web Services.

- 2 to 4 years of CICS, Oracle, SunGard, and Omni experience desired.

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Technical Writer- FrameMaker in NEW YORK, NY

The PC Applications team provides support components for the integrated system desktop applications. In addition to general functionality support, we provide installation; communication, printing facilities for the desktop applications.

Primary Objective
The successful candidate is a product-centric technical writer and an integral team member, actively involved in product design and development, with primary responsibility for all product-related documentation.

Major Responsibilities
Active role in all stages of the software development lifecycle(SDLC), including design, development, testing, documentation and rollout, in which the candidate will:
Participate in design meetings and document the proceedings
Capture and organize business requirements and design specifications which drive the development process
Consult on UI design, ensuring consistency and best practices
Develop, deliver and maintain documentation for online delivery. Documentation ranges from management overviews to detailed procedures, reference information and online help for hands-on users.
Manage product pages on our Web site plus other product development tasks.
Manage documentation process for the team, including all project documents, for concurrent projects
Experience: Knowledge of technical writing principles, practices and tools. Has produced documentation in Frame maker; knowledge of Visio a plus
Experience writing software manuals, including User Guides, Installation Guides, Release Notes, and online help. Able to provide multiple samples.
Able to write to varied audiences, tailoring style to accommodate both technical users (e.g., programmers and administrators), as well as non-technical users.
Can compose original text based on using and understanding a software application or system; can also edit, improve, and integrate text provided by other team members.
Can explain complex concepts in clear, simple, and economical prose.
Impeccable grammar, usage, and style.
Able to follow corporate style guidelines, while still exercising independent editorial judgment.
Able to thrive in an environment with multiple projects and multiple deadlines.
Proven ability to work independently and a team player
Must be a quick-learner, self-starter
Candidate must possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment
Motivation and ability to master end-user concepts, business practices and workflows.
Motivation and ability to master new product development tools.
Hands-on computer skills, with ability to research system functions and confirm operation through hands-on exploration of a system
Understanding of data processing concepts and applications
Minimum 3-5 years experience in technical communication/information design. UI design experience a plus.

send resume to:

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Project/Program Manager - Server Hardware/Engineer in Garden City, NY

Genesis10 currently has an opening for a Project/Program Manager in Long Island, NY. This is a 1 year long consulting opportunity.

As Manager you will be:

- Responsible for the management of technical project(s) or program teams from initiation through implementation, includes: planning, analysis, design development and implementation.

- You will provide overall direction for establishing project requirements, priorities and deadlines.

- Will integrate project plans into Program Plans.

- Establish roles and responsibilities within the core program team.

- Allocate and coordinate resources (staff, equipment, vendors and consultants) across one or more projects.

- Manage budget for assigned project(s), develop and monitor project/program plan(s), and adjust resources and priorities accordingly.

- Align business unit, technical development and support organizations.

- Establish program communication plan across the businesses, regions, support and technology groups.

- Prepare and present progress reports for senior management.

- You will also monitor current server availability, manage installation requests and report progress to management teams as requested.

- Report into the Pre-Provisioning Product Manager
Experience: Ideal candidate to have 3-5 years experience of project/process management with enterprise class server hardware.

- The candidate must have an excellent understanding of server hardware, server components, as well as understand how these components interact with other technologies.

- Must possess a good understanding of network and storage architecture as it relates to the connectivity and impact on servers.

- Must be able to communicate well with team members and be self motivated.

- Good understanding of Server Hardware and Server Vendor Roadmaps

- Proficient in MS Office, Email, PowerPoint and Visio

- Traits of ideal candidate: accountable, proactive, resourceful, customer service focused, results driven, dedicated to continuous improvement, and highly process driven.

- Ability to be flexible, follow tight deadlines, organize and prioritize work

- Strong verbal and writing skills

- Past engineering experience and/or hardware certifications a PLUS

- Prior financial experience (preferably in banking) is required.

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ERP Systems Analyst in NEW YORK, NY

Seeking enthusiastic individual to handle multiple facets of our information technology needs. We need to add a member to our team that will become the go-to person for questions on using our ERP software, provide general technical support and training to staff, and to administer or be involved in projects that have a technical/network/software component. We are a mid-size company, however have a comparatively large number of remote network users. This position is based out of our NY corporate office and reports directly to the Controller

Administer ERP software (integrated accounting, asset management and contact management system)
-Develop software documentation -training manuals, reference documents, procedural guidelines
-Conduct employee training (primarily web-based sessions) on use of enterprise management software, intranet, and basic Microsoft Office programs
-Partner with management team to identify reporting needs and develop/write reports as needed
-Manage relationship with outside IT consultants to coordinate network administration
-Provide various IT support for all employees. Review and troubleshoot issues, and involve outside IT Support Company as needed
-Manage security and accessibility of company Intranet. Create system improvements, which may include a new Intranet platform
-Partner with ERP software provider to further develop capabilities of the system to better suit the business needs of the company
-Involved in updating of website content- potentially making minor edits and/or working with website contractor on larger revisions of website and coordination of marketing e-mail blasts
Experience: 2-5 years of experience with solid project management skills
Advanced IT technology proficiency including database structure and report writing
Strong math, statistics and logic skills
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic office equipment/hardware/software/network related issues
Meticulous attention to detail
Demonstrated competence in Microsoft Office Products
Excellent customer service/ communication skills

Preferred Skills:
Bachelor's degree preferred however equivalent work experience will be considered
Microsoft Navision experience preferred but not required (ERP software)
Experience with HTML and SQL preferred

send resume to:

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Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Web Site Designer in NEW YORK, NY

Wednesday, November 14, 2007

70/30 Web and Print Design
DIRECT MARKETING EXP REQUIRED
Financial Institution exp is a huge PLUS
Conceptualize, design and develop email campaigns, websites and print materials.
 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: 5+ yrs exp
Mac and PC
STRONG TYPOGRAPHY
Required: QuarkXPress 6.0;CS2;
Preferred: HTML, CSS and Flash
Self motivated, teamplayer, good communicator

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Senior Operations Analyst (0718) in Buffalo, NY

BASIC FUNCTION:
As part of M&T's Technology Infrastructure division, candidate would be responsible for supporting the production Quality Assurance tool/process to ensure production readiness prior to distributed applications migrating to the Bank's production environment. Provides technical coding support for the setup, execution and review of test output for applications passing through the performance/stress test process. Works closely with the Network Computing Systems Analyst/Test lab manager to schedule, coordinate and process performance/stress test for distributed applications. Ensures quality assurances process defined and adhered to by applications entering the Bank's production environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Codes performance test scripts and executes testing of applications for functionality, regression and stress/performance testing.
Assists with the creation of test plans and provides expertise in analysis of test results.
Effectively communicates performance test findings and reviews with management/client for areas of concern.
Manages test related issues and assist in the expedient resolution.
Responsible for identifying, tracking, reporting, escalating and resolving any issues identified with the performance test and/or performance test software.
Proven project management experiences a plus.
Self-motivated individual with a positive attitude and proven track record.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
BS degree or equivalent with 4-5 years IT work experience
High technical aptitude with broad range of LAN/WAN experience including Microsoft and Cisco distributed and host-based infrastructure technologies.
Proven track record dealing with a variety of technologies with the ability to adapt to new situations quickly
Proven written and verbal communication skills.
Writing and debugging scripts in one or more scripting languages (VB Script, Java Script, AutoIt, etc.).
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with Quality Assurance Testing tools including Segue or Mercury desirable
Experience with performance/stress testing of web based and client server apps
Exposure to the mainframe environment a plus

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Graphic Designer in NEW YORK, NY

We are currently looking for junior graphic designer to join our 20+ team in New York. Requirements include:

Design and/or layout of marketing materials, including, but not limited to, newsletters, advertisements, announcements, invitations, signs and banners, seminar materials, presentations and directories; and coordination of projects with outside design firms, commercial printers and service bureaus.
 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Must be proficient in both PC and MAC, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, QuarkXPress, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. Flash knowledge is a plus!
Candidates must have 3-5 years experience and be team players with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines is required.

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Business Analyst in NEW YORK, NY

Title: Business Analyst

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Ownership of the sales forecast process; FTS maintenance, coordination of meetings to discuss progress and management of forecast updates
 Preparation, reconciliation and analysis of Daily Sales reports provided to Senior Management
 Interface with parent company on preparation, ensure accuracy and act as the primary contact for company inquiries
 Support Finance Manager on the financial modeling and board paper preparation for new distributed label and artist deals
 Responsible for forecasting & planning systems. Ensure consistency and thoroughness of data from all supporting systems into financial models and databases
 Assistance in accurate and timely forecasting of the P&L with focus on sales and EBITDA
 Monthly submission of business results (actual and forecasts) using the Hyperion financial reporting system
 Key role in the annual budget process  compilation, review and submission
 Ad hoc analysis support and projects

REQUIREMENTS

 Undergraduate degree in finance/business preferred
 Minimum 2-3 years relevant work experience
 Excellent analytical and financial skills
 Highly organized and detail oriented
 Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and macro
 Demonstrated ability to work within fixed timeframes and meet deadlines.
 Flexibility to perform effectively in a fast paced, demanding environment.
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to interact and work with personnel from all operational areas and levels of the company as well as third parties.
 Hyperion experience preferred

For immediate consideration please attach and email your resume to .
Experience: .

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Financial Services Consultant (14310) in New York, NY

Perot Systems Corporation is a worldwide provider of information technology services and business solutions to a broad range of clients. We are currently looking for a Financial Services Principal Consultant II to join our team. This is a 100% travel position .

Job Responsibilities:

Acts as on-site advisor to client and Perot Systems team members. Plays a central role in defining the scope of projects, understanding a client's issues/problems, and conceiving client deliverables. Participates in development of applications, focusing on both the business implications of technology and the technology implications of business.

Required Skills:

Knowledge of industry trends and key issues and challenges facing a client

Requires 5 or more years of progressive directly related experience in applying Business Consulting methodology

Strong track record of working in the areas of STP, clearing & settlement, trading process flows, investment management.

Strong track record of leading sales and delivery of $10mm annually

Strong Business Process skills

Strong self starter and communication skills

Proven Experience providing Financial consulting services to large clients

Proven experience partnering/advising a client over an extended period of time on IT, Finance and related topics

Proven ability to understand the details and assist in the implementation of key initiatives /projects

Desired Skills:

Sr. Level Consultant in a marquis consulting company's Financial Services practice

Minimum Educational Requirements:

Four (4) year college degree, Post graduate degree preferred,

More about Perot Systems

At Perot Systems, we are looking for candidates that have a high level of integrity, are tenacious and can thrive in a team environment. We will provide you with the tools and opportunities to enhance, expand and support your personal and professional growth. The Associates at Perot Systems enjoy a very entrepreneurial, dynamic environment. We do not have a rigid corporate ladder in place for you to climb but rather a career path that allows you to explore career opportunities throughout the entire organization.

In addition to a dynamic environment, Perot Systems will provide you with a very competitive salary, performance based bonuses, stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement (5K annually), 401K (100% match for first 4% of salary), health, dental and vision insurance coverage, paid holidays and vacation.

Perot Systems is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Perot Systems Corporation to encourage and support equal employment opportunity for all Associates and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status.

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Database Developer in Albany, NY

Our client has an ongoing need for a Database Developer with 3+ years experience in Visual Basic, C++ and SQL Server 2000/2003. This opportunity will involve developing monthly reports, modification and maintenance of the Database environment. Working with software maintenance and conversion of legacy databases may be involved as well. To express your interest for more information and immediate consideration, contact Robert Half Technology in our Rochester office at today!
Experience: As an ideal candidate for this role, you must have completed your Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent. Three or more years of Windows development experience in the following areas is required: Object-Oriented development in C + +, Visual Basic as it pertains to Database Development in a SQL Server 2000/2003 Environment. Object-Oriented design and development methodologies using Visual Studio, SQL Server and Client / Server database development. In addition, the candidate must possess excellent communication and problem solving skills, as well as the ability to produce well-written and detailed design specifications which include architecture, flow and API's for a given area. The candidate must also possess high verbal and written communication skills.

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Mainframe Programmer (Cobol/DYL) in Syracuse, NY

Ajilon Consulting is an international IT consulting firm with offices worldwide. We have over 6,000 consultants in over 80 cities in the United States, as well as in Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia. If you're looking for a company that takes pride in its people, rewards loyalty, has a solid reputation and a passionate commitment to a global vision -- consider a career at Ajilon
Experience: We are currently looking for a resource to provide Production Support, JCL

JCL & program problem resolution, light development & testing.

Responsible for participating in all phases of the development and maintenance life cycle, typically for an assigned business unit or corporate department and utilizing various customer technology platforms. Primary duties may include, but are not limited to: Maintains active relationships with customers to determine business requirements.

Collaborates with engineers and graphic designers, analyzes and classifies complex change request and reviews and evaluates possible enhancements. Works with development team to develop and define application scope and objectives and prepare functional and/or technical specifications. Analyzes and evaluates detailed business and technical requirements. Codes and maintains complex components of information systems. Develops and performs system testing and fixes defects identified during testing and re-executes unit tests to validate results. Aids in integrating activities with other IT departments for successful implementation and support of project efforts.

Skills:

Cobol

DYL (Vision80/Results)

eztrieve

SAS

JCL

VSAM/IAM

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Infrastructure Project Manager in Tarrytown, NY

Affiliated Computer Services, Inc., ACS, is a global FORTUNE 500 company with more than 55,000 plus people working together to support client operations in nearly 100 countries. By providing business process outsourcing, human resources outsourcing and information technology solutions to world-class commercial and government clients, ACS offers its associates vast opportunities to succeed. Recognized worldwide for generating possibilities and creating solutions, ACS welcomes you to become part of our growing team. Join our mission and vision for the future. Thank you for your interest!

Job Description:

Leads project teams towards the realization of project goals. Assigned projects typically involve the implementation of IT infrastructures and computing environments. This is a seasoned professional, who possesses a comprehensive knowledge of management and project support concepts, practices, and procedures as well as computing and telecommunications technologies. Incumbents provide tactical management for infrastructure implementation projects, i.e., plan, organize, direct and control day-to-day activities of ACS and vendor engineering teams to ensure quality and on time/on budget deliveries. Work involves considerable coordination and interface with client and ACS operations staff.

REPRESENTATIVE PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develops and maintains project schedules to plan the work associated with the project. Provides for managing project resources during the project term.

Provides day to day direction of the project team to ensure success.

Maintenance of contract budget (actual/projected) records. Tracking ACS costs and performance.

Develops detailed cost models in response to customer requests.

Provides status reporting on project activities, including the compilation and reporting of project metrics.

Plans for project execution including risk planning, communications planning, quality management, issue management and cost control.

Purchasing equipment and supplies: conducting cost/benefit analyses, obtaining quotes, negotiates with vendors and initiating purchase orders for both task and overhead items.

Conducting/compiling/making special analyses, reports and presentations of budgets, performance, forecasts, etc., as required.

Introduction/implementation of administrative or financial control procedures, which improve the effective operation of the unit.

Participates in the introduction and implementation of overall ACS operating standards, practices, and procedures. Provides guidance to project support staff assigned to client locations. Establishes internal controls and monitors activities of staff to ensure operating quality. Coordinates project support for start-up and shutdown.

Plans goals and objectives for support staff and organizes personnel accordingly, including the scheduling/assignment of staff. Provides guidance to staff to ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of same.

Acts as point of contact for other departments to resolve problems regarding project support and acts as in-house consultant. May contribute to specific proposal efforts and management level presentations.

May coordinate with project management to interviews, selects and supervises training of new employees. Administers and/or coordinates administration of performance evaluations and salary recommendations. Addresses employee relations and development issues for assigned personnel.

Keeps apprised of developments in field of expertise to ensure currency and makes recommendations to management to improve efficiency/effectiveness.

Education/Experience Requirements:

Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent work experience.

6+ years progressively responsible experience providing related client/project/contract administrative support.

2+ years experience in successful task lead or supervisory role. Strong organizational skills.

Knowledge of project management best practices as described in the Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).

Knowledge of Microsoft Project and the generation of project plans using this tool

Knowledge of MS Office

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Generation of cost models based on client requirements.

ACS is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance.

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Windows Server Administrator in Tarrytown, NY

Animator - FLASH in NEW YORK, NY

Experienced in interactive advertising design? Love concepting?

We are looking for web and rich media animators who are the best in the field in design and Flash animation on a contract basis.

 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Requirements

- 2-4 years of professional experience working with online an interactive media

- Ability to take a concept and produce creative and innovative designs

- Strong skills in information architecture and user interaction

- Proficient with Photoshop, Flash

- Very confident with sophisticated action script animation

- Ability to communicate and cooperate with producers, creatives and technical teams

- Ability to partake in all aspects of the project lifecycle

- Ability to deliver high quality work under time constraints

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Helpdesk Support in New York, NY

Our client, a major Fortune 500 company is currently looking for a Helpdesk Support to join their team in Newyork, NY.

Job Responsibilities:

responsible for providing helpdesk support.

Experience: Required Skills:

Must have 1-3 years of experience with help desk support.

Must have experience with MS Office, VPN, Wireless, specific client applications.

Next Steps:-

Please send your updated resume to:

OR
Contact us at 214.575.8880 for immediate consideration.

For this requirement H1Bs WILL NOT BE accepted.

AVA Consulting is a Nationwide staffing company that helps clients with Resource Management. Our client base includes Fortune 500 and international clients.

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Software Engineer in Syracuse, NY

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, development, programming and troubleshooting of windows desktop and server software components and systems in both new and existing state-of-the-art products.

Key Responsibilities:

Working directly with business analysts, you will define product requirements and the architecture of software solutions. Utilizing your leadership skills, you will lead the conversion of these requirements into detailed design specifications. You will be a hands-on leader, working with small teams to integrate new features into existing products, and developing the next generation products.

Experience: In addition to a BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering, a successful track record of at least 5 years of experience in a software product development environment is required for this role.

Strong Windows programming with VC++ required.

C# experience is a plus.

Experience with COM, ActiveX, COM+, HTTP, HTML, JavaScript, VBScript, ASP, XML,/XSL is a must. Database experience such as MS Access, SQL server, SQL, and ADO is necessary.

Communication Protocols and localization experience is a plus. You must have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills and thrive in a team environment.

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Desk Side Technician in New York, NY

A well known financial company in the New York is looking for a Desk Side support Technician.

Scope:

This position is part of a desktop support team that provides desktop support to end users.

Main Responsibilities:

Provides on-going support for computer hardware, software, MAC requests, and service requests.(90%)

Completes administrative tasks such as inventory, shipping, testing, and minor break/fix of hardware.(10%)

Experience: Skills:

A strong working knowledge of laptop and desktop computers.

Strong knowledge of MS desktop O/S, MS Office suite and hardware technologies.

A working knowledge of networks and VPN support.

Strong Customer Service Skills.

Desired Skills:

Working knowledge of MAC OS , software and Hardware.

Working knowledge for Blackberry support.

PLEASE EMAIL RESUME IN MS WORD WITH SHORT SYNOPSIS OF MATCHING SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE.

Interested candidates please contact Pedro Garcia at pedro(dot)garcia(at)ajilon(dot)com

Adecco / Ajilon is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

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Tuesday, November 13, 2007

Production Manager in NEW YORK, NY

Tuesday, November 13, 2007

NYC Agency seeks a FREELANCE PRINT PRODUCTION MANAGER ASAP on an ONGOING BASIS.

Mid-Level Position

This person will manage the print production process at a small agency in midtown NYC. The ideal candidate will have the ability to liaison between account execs and the creative department. You must be resourceful in terms of pricing and creative challenges. You must truly understand advertising.
Also, you must have attention to detail, be highly organized, and a strong sense of urgency.

 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: -Print Production EXP is a MUST

-Agency EXP is PREFERRED

-This starts ASAP
-The freelance rate is $32/hr

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Web Production Artist in NEW YORK, NY

A leader in Contextual Advertising in Manhattan, NY is seeking individuals who are equally adept and interested in Flash Design and Flash Development. This individual will possess creative vision in web design and function as the left hand Marketing Department and assist in creation and development for all online communication. Projects and responsibilities will include but are not limited to: flash banners, microsites, jump pages and websites. We are looking for a team player with great motion design skills who can build solid files.

Responsibilities
· Build customized Flash video players.

· Build Flash players for rending advertising content.

· Re-skin and extend VideoEgg Flash components.

· Build custom, modular components for reuse in multiple applications.

· Design, implement and document reference players for partners.

· Participate in discussions with team on product enhancements and solutions.

 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Requirements

· In-depth knowledge of Macromedia Flash Version 8, ActionScript 2.0 and DHTML

· Ability to develop clean, well-documented, object-oriented Flash applications

· Experience with vector and bitmap applications like Illustrator and Photoshop

· Experience with client-side communication with backend services

· Experience with Flash Video, Macromedia Flex & Flash Comm a plus

· Practitioner of professional software development processes, including specification definition, task estimation, test plan development, and documentation

· Bachelor's degree in art/design (BFA), or equivalent design experience

· 3+ years of experience using Flash and ActionScript

· Strong portfolio of applications showing large-scale/enterprise usage of Flash and significant code re-use

· Excellent problem solving and communications skills

· Knowledge of Server interactions (socket, remoting, FCS/FMS)

· Knowledge of Flash outside the browser (Flash Lite, embedded Flash, projectors)

· Flash/JavaScript interactions

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Traffic Coordinator in LONG ISLAND CITY, NY

Traffic Coordinator with 2-3 years experience is needed for an In-house Art Department in Long Island City. Will be tracking daily creative operations to make sure dozens of projects stay on target. The qualified individual must be able to work well under pressure, juggle a variety of work, prioritize to meet deadlines, and have excellent communication skills. We are looking for a proactive, organized, detail-oriented, self-starter.
 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Word/Excel skills required, strong skill in Powerpoint
Knowledge of graphic design software a plus.

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Desktop Support Technician in MELVILLE, NY

Desktop Support Technicians needed!! Desktop Support professional needed with experience installing, repairing and troubleshooting PC's and peripherals, including laser and document printers. The Desktop Support Technician must have proficiency supporting a variety of Windows operating systems in a network environment. 2+ years experience a must! Please e-mail your resume to and include Desktop Support in the subject line.

Intermediate Windows Server 2003, Intermediate Windows XP Professional All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Windows XP, MS Office, MS Outlook, Imaging, Blackberry Support, TCP/IP, Windows 2000 Professional.

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Production Manager in NEW YORK, NY

Production Manager needed for mid sized children's book publisher. Must have experience in children's book publishing.

For immediate and confidential consideration, please e-mail your resume to with PRODUCTION MANAGER in the subject line.
Experience: 5+ years experience

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Motion Graphics Designer in NEW YORK, NY

Cutting edge design firm in the TV/ Broadcast Industry is seeking a stand-out animator/motion graphics designer with After Effects and/or Maya, Photoshop, and Cinema 4-D to work with a very dynamic team on multiple projects and on a freelance or freelance to permanent basis. If you are interested, available, and qualified please respond with your resume attached. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: -2+ years experience as an animator/motiongraphics designer
-a URL with samples of your work
-CUTTING EDGE skills

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Graphic Designer in NEW YORK, NY

Seeking a KeyNote and Powerpoint Specialist to manage 3 other people within presentations department. Some project management and organization skills a must. Performing the presentation during meetings. Long hours, travel included. Also need to know Creative Suite. Working with Creative and New Biz Departments. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: See above.

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Art Director in NEW YORK, NY

Manhattan Ad Agency is seeking an Art Director. See requirements below.

 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: - Mid-to-heavy weight (i.e. 7/8 years) agency planner
- Should be very comfortable designing, commissioning and using qualitative / quantitative research
- Should have strong financial services experience, ideally in (life) insurance
- Must be an experienced integrated communications planner, with particular strength in direct and digital channels

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Interactive Creative Director in NEW YORK, NY

Serves as a key member of the agencys executive leadership team. Responsible for ensuring the creative integrity of all interactive engagements. Manages an interactive team composed of designers, art directors, and assistant/associate creative director(s). Collaborates with IA, editorial, strategy, and technology colleagues to ensure that creative direction aligns with client requirements.

 Establishes and manages overall creative direction of all projects, including interactive, print, audio and video production
 Manages creative staff and freelance creative resources
 Collaborates with sister agency creative staff to ensure creative integrity of interagency efforts
 Ensures that all jobs have approved creative brief and that creative briefs accurately reflect requirements of each job
 Delegates tasks as appropriate
 Ensures that all creative efforts are delivered on time and within budget
 Continuously improves the agencys creative processes
 Personally validates processes before implementation and delegate process creation as needed
 Monitors and adapts to client need changes with regard to processes, schedules, specifications, and tool sets and works with other disciplines to ensure team and clients keep common goals and expectations
 Monitors interactive marketplace and introduces new interactive concepts and seeks to introduce new technologies as appropriate
 Follows up to ensure goals are met and provides direction when needed to staff
 Advocates for staff growth and development while providing clear and regular performance feedback

For immediate and confidential consideration, please e-mail your resume to with IACD in the subject line.
Experience:  Minimum 1 year of management experience in a production-oriented interactive environment
 Minimum 4 years of experience in interactive art direction
 Requires experience with client-focused team leadership and needs-assessment
 Requires ability to formulate solutions and negotiate the best solution to meet project goals
 Requires demonstrated experience in process development, client relationship management, project management
 Requires demonstrated ability to integrate diverse objectives and changing client requirements
 Experience in or knowledge of print, audio, and/or video production is desirable
 Knowledge of pharmaceutical promotion guidelines highly desired
 Requires proficiency with industry-standard creative applications including, but not limited to, Illustrator, Flash, HTML editors
 Proficiency with office productivity applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel highly desired

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WAN Engineer in HAUPPAUGE, NY

A solid and strong financial company in Suffolk County, Long Island is looking for a WAN Engineer with 3+ years hands-on experience. As the WAN Engineer you must have experience with Cisco Routers and switches, frame relay, TCP/IP, DNS, WINS and SMTP. You will be working in a Windows Environment supporting Windows NT/2000 Servers in an Active Directory environment and MS Exchange. You must have the Cisco experience to qualify for this position. If you have the above experience forward you resume to and include WAN Engineer in the subject line. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Advanced Cisco, Intermediate Disaster Recovery, Intermediate Active Directory, Intermediate Windows 2000 Server, Intermediate Windows Server 2003, None, None None.

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Producer in NEW YORK, NY

Design Firm seeking a Producer who is an expert in Post-production, Graphics and Effects to manage a team of designers on multiple projects in the TV/Broadcast industry.
Experience: Experience:
-Managing a team of designers
-Client Management Skills
-Quality control
-Possesses strong communication skills over the phone
-Works closely with Vendors
-Possesses strong conflict resolution skills
-Maintaining accountability for hours per project
-Archiving Complete Projects

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Web Project Manager in NEW YORK, NY

Our small but clever team of developers, project managers and designers welcomes an Online Content Manager to join our organization in the heart of New Yorks Flatiron district.

As a Content Manager you will work both independently or as part of a team and contribute to a dedicated group, entrepreneurial in spirit, working on the cusp of new technologies for Fortune 500 brands. Our current client list includes ExxonMobil, Hyatt, AT&T, Mercedes, Xerox and the American Cancer Society.

Our ideal candidate will have the following abilities, skills, interests:
- Well organized and able to work independently after an initial training,
- Quick learner, detail oriented, flexible to client driven deadlines, and
- Able to troubleshoot and problem solve.

The role is full time contract-based for three months, however this is flexible and may be open to transfer into a fulltime position.

Primarily your role will involve uploading and editing existing content in web pages using a highly customized Content Management System. Content includes copy text, graphic image illustrations, as well as a wide assortment of company assets in various file types and sizes.

 All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: The following qualities are required:
 Fully computer literate with an interest in learning new systems
 Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator; capable of adjusting image sizes, color and resolution
 Familiarity with InDesign
 Proofreading capabilities
 Ability to work flexible hours if necessary and handle sudden short deadlines
Preferred:
 Basic HTML knowledge
 Experience with online information architecture
 Knowledge of branding and marketing

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Producer in NEW YORK, NY

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years experience as an Executive Producer running a studio in the Motion Graphics Industry. Job responsibilities include:
Managing a team of producers working on multiple projects.
Overseeing the scheduling, budgeting, bidding, and negotiating with clients.
Generating new business
Quality control
Making policies
Remaining up-to-date on new technologies
Overseeing the updating of company website
Hiring staff
Experience: 3-5 years experience as an Executive Producer
Management Experience
New Business Generation Experience
Site Management Experience
Studio Management Experience

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Sunday, November 11, 2007

Application Technical Lead in Purchase, NY

Sunday, November 11, 2007

The Application Technical Lead is responsible for driving, building and maintaining relationships with IT Management, Business Leads, user interface team; liaison between business and Systems group. Responsibilities include insuring the completeness of all the deliverables for the detail design phase, i.e. use cases, business activities, business components and user interface deliverables. Ability to provide technical direction for mid to large scale projects.

SKILLS:

* Strong working knowledge of the design and development methodology
* Strong working knowledge of requirements process and deliverables
* Strong working knowledge of change control processes
* Ability to see a technical project through from inception through implementation to the end
* Quality management: ability to use knowledge of the industry to facilitate and document business requirements; staying current with business and technology trends
* Technical tools: Rational Rose; UML; SQL; Java; J2EE; C/C++
* Strong oral/written communication skills
* Ability to demonstrate drive, initiative, integrity and mentoring
* Teamwork: providing encouragement and contributing equally as a technical leader and team member.
* Persistence and personal ownership of assignments
* Ability to demonstrate customer service skills; providing flexibility in handling both internal and external customer related issues
* Ability to make decisions and demonstrate problem solving skills; analysis, prioritization and risk taking

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

* A Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline
* 5-8 years experience in software development, installation and modification in a distributed environment
* Experience with UML structured design, development, and implementation of new computing architectures
* Previous experience in a cross-functional team environment highly desirable
* Experience in pensions or related financial business a plus

Please note, we currently do not sponsor H-1B visas and we do not work with third parties.

Experience: Rational Rose; UML; SQL; Java; J2EE

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Java, Flash Software Engineer in New York, NY

Description:

We are looking for a smart candidate with at least 3+ years of experience in C# and/or Java and object-oriented programming. The candidate must be a fast learner and be proficient in the following technologies in order of priority:

Technical Skills:

*Java/C#

*HTML/JavaScript

*Flash/Action Script 2 and Action Script 3

*Strong Object-Oriented design and analysis

*Knowledge of SQL and Oracle

*Experience with multithreaded programming

*TCP/IP and general knowledge of network protocols

*Knowledge of C/C++ is a big plus

Non-technical requirements:

*A proven record of completing large development projects on time and with a high degree of quality and scalability

*Ability to work independently or within a team environment

*Must be able to work under tight dead lines and be self directed

*Good written and verbal communication skills

The following will be a plus:

*J2EE

*Microsoft .NET

*MFC

*Familiarity with the following streaming protocols: RTSP, MMS etc

*Familiarity with online video players, such as: Windows Media, Silverlight, AIR, Real Media and *Quick Time

*Familiarity with mobile protocols, such as WAP

*Experience writing desktop software using MVC design pattern

*Exposure to SCRUM and other agile development practices

*****No Agencies or third-party recruiters please*****

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Flash Developer in New York, NY

Title: Flash Developer

Location: New York, NY

About DoubleClick

DoubleClick develops tools that advertisers and publishers use to plan, execute and analyze on-line marketing programs. DoubleClick is an application service provider, handling a staggering 12 billion transactions per day, and managing up to 100,000+ hits per second on its global network.

In order to help creative and ad agencies push the envelope within their ad campaigns, DoubleClick is expanding its advanced development team, known as the Innovation Lab, to produce prototypes and complicated technical implementations.

DoubleClick offers great health, dental and visual insurance, 401(k), generous time-off policy, and dot com benefits, such as casual dress, a great work environment, ping pong and pool tables.

We pride ourselves with hiring passionate, self-motivated and innovative professionals who enjoy working with cutting-edge technologies and pushing those technologies to their limits. If this sounds exciting, come join us taking our world-class, high-volume systems to the next level!

Description:

We are looking for a smart candidate with at least 3+ years of experience in Flash, JavaScript, server-side programming languages (JAVA, .NET, Perl) and object-oriented programming. The candidate must be a fast learner and be proficient in the following technologies in order of priority:

Technical Skills:

Flash/Action Script

HTML/JavaScript

Strong Object-Oriented design and analysis

Knowledge of SQL and databases

TCP/IP and general knowledge of network protocols

Familiarity with the following protocols: RTSP, MMS, ASX, etc

Familiarity with video players, such as: Windows Media, Real Media, Q Time

Non-technical requirements

A proven record of completing large development projects on time and with a high degree of quality

Ability to work independently or within a team environment

Must be bale to work under tight dead lines and be self directed

The following will be a plus:

Microsoft .NET

Experience writing desktop software using MVC design pattern

Technical Skills as a plus:

The candidate should be proficient in the following programming languages in the order of priority

Java

AS3/Flex/AIR

Flash media server/multiplayer games

SQL (Oracle is a plus)

Familiarity with mobile protocols, such as WAP

Big Pluses

Knowledge of vide/audio streaming technologies

Experience developing desktop application

***No agencies or third-party recruiters please*****

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.NET User Interface Designer/Developer in New York, NY

About DoubleClick

DoubleClick is a global leader in digital marketing technology and services. The world's top marketers, publishers and agencies rely on DoubleClick's expertise in ad serving, rich media, video, search and affiliate marketing to help them make the most of the digital medium. DoubleClick provides unique insights and insider knowledge no one else can. That's why all 10 of the world's top 10 brands, 8 of the top 10 global agencies and 8 of the top 10 U.S. and European Web sites choose DoubleClick to help meet their digital marketing needs. Headquartered in New York, and with 17 offices and development hubs and 15 data centers worldwide, the company employs more than 1000 people. Learn more at .

Our suite of products is driven by the DoubleClick Technology Group (DTG), comprised of over 300 IT professionals, located in New York, Colorado, Chicago, San Francisco and Europe. DTG is an agile software development shop, and employs a mix of open-source and third-party technologies including Java, C++, Perl, ASP.NET, Ab Initio and Oracle running on Windows, Linux, and Solaris platforms.In this rapidly growing industry, DoubleClick is both a market leader and innovator, creating an impressive number of new product releases every year.

We pride ourselves with hiring passionate, self-motivated and innovative professionals who enjoy working with cutting-edge technologies and pushing those technologies to their limits. If this sounds exciting, come join us taking our world-class, high-volume systems to the next level!

Required experience:

-Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Computer Science, Interactive Media, Interactive Communications, or a related field

-User Interface design and development of web applications or highly interactive web sites

-C#, ASP.NET 2.0 and AJAX

-Expert HTML, CSS and JavaScript skills

-Knowledge of common web technologies, such as HTTP, XML, etc.

-Experience with SQL

Recommended experience:

-Java, JSP, XSL and Web Services

- Agile software development processes; in particular, Scrum

-Test driven development

-Collaboration with off-shore development teams

-Large scale web application development

-Full software lifecycle

Job Description:

-Development of user-interfaces in accordance with supplied wire-frames

-Usage of purchased library .NET components

-Development on new .NET components when existing elements are insufficient

-Documentation of code

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Engineer Database in Garden City, NY

I. Position Summary:

Perform complex database administration assignments essential to the production and development of Database Management Systems (DBMS) applications.

II. Essential Functions:

? Designs, models, develops, deploys and manages databases on servers and standalone desktops
? Conducts performance monitoring/measurement, systems stress testing and quality control benchmarks
? Conducts assignments which are in direct support of software development and maintenance teams, including database analysis, security support, design, software use, performance monitoring and tuning, and general technical expertise
? Reviews and ensures integrity via standardized support tools
? Ensures assignments are performed in accordance with database administration guidelines, standards and procedures for applications development, implementation, testing and migration
? Responds to complex systems problems reported by customers
? Evaluates and recommends software, guidelines, procedures and development of project plans
? Provides DBMS expertise to other groups as requested
? Works with Manager, Database Storage to assess new database technologies and vendors
? Prepares studies and analyzes existing systems through all software phases, including requirements, design, development, unit and system testing, and deployment

III. Minimum Qualifications:

? High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma required
? Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science preferred
? Two (2) to four (4) years experience in database management and operation
? Three (3) plus years of experience working with Microsoft SQL server 7.0 and 2000
? Experience in designing, defining and implementing system requirements for complex customer systems
? Regular attendance and punctuality
? Organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Fun and Passion
? Well groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance
? Pass a ten (10) year background check and pre-employment drug test
? Legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
? When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable Crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft

IV. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Database Engineer - Specific Competencies
? Knowledge of database management systems and storage technologies, vendors, policies and procedures
? Knowledge of backup and recovery techniques
? Knowledge of database design techniques
? Knowledge of data storage techniques

Engineer Level - Core Competencies
? Knowledge of technology fundamentals and concepts (Microsoft technologies preferred)
? Knowledge of JetBlue's business units and how their needs drive IT work
? Ability to work well with others and complete tasks with minimal supervision
? Ability to work effectively with all levels and in diverse environments
? Excellent verbal and written communication skills
? Ability to work in a high-pressure environment
? Ability to rapidly resolve issues and recognize when escalation is necessary
? Effective time management and prioritization skills
? Positive, upbeat energy and strong team player
? Strong interpersonal skills
? Excellent problem solving and structured thinking skills
? Flexibility, agility and change management skills
? Excellent customer service and an understanding of how IT is ultimately delivered to the Customer

V. Working Conditions:

Equipment:

? Desktops
? Network-related equipment and servers

Work Environment:

? Normal office environment
? Present for core hours except in case of disaster

Physical Effort:

? Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Crewmember(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.

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