Special Technology Coordinator (New York) in New York, NY

The D. E. Shaw group is seeking an extraordinarily gifted computer specialist to provide direct support to the firm’s chairman, who has a Ph.D. in computer science. The successful candidate will work closely with the D. E. Shaw group’s highly skilled IT systems staff and will be responsible for meeting the chairman’s short- and long-term technical needs including, but not limited to: day-to-day technical support; management of desktop technology-related research projects; investigating new software and hardware; developing new monitoring and administration tools; and architecting new software specifically for the chairman.The ideal candidate will be well-versed in communications and audio-visual technology (Blackberry, video conferencing, etc.); programming ability is a significant advantage, but is not required. Candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and outstanding organizational and project management skills. While we certainly welcome applications from computer scientists, developers, and systems administrators with extensive track records, we are looking for exceptional technical ability more than specific experience.We are seeking an exceptionally well-qualified candidate and are prepared to offer an extremely attractive compensation package ($150K ). Please send your resume and cover letter to (see below) The D. E. Shaw group is a New York-based global investment and technology development firm with approximately $29 billion in aggregate capital, an international reputation for financial innovation and technological leadership, and offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.Members of the D. E. Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.See Job Description To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here