Our client is looking for an experienced web programmer to work for a fast paced, progressive technology company who can take a large project and run with it, keeping the details in check while never losing sight of the big picture.

This is a senior level position. The successful candidate must have a complete understanding and experience working in a full life cycle applications development environment.

Responsibilities:

• Working with the employees who use the current system in place while planning for proposed additions/upgrades
• Planning and implementing the database design and programming the application
• Keeping efficiency, security and performance in mind during the entire development cycle

Required Experience:

• Minimum 5 years PHP experience
• Minimum 3 years MySQL experience
• Experience with Flash and Flash integration
• PLUS: Javascript/Frontend experience
• PLUS: Linux experience (CentOS)

Location:

Leesport, PA

Length:

Permanent

Compensation:

$80,000 – $110,000

Click here to apply.

This position is for an experienced Network Engineer with Cisco & security expertise responsible for planning, implementation, enhancement, maintenance or operational support of simple and advanced complex data networks as well as the security aspects of such networks. Candidate must be able to hit the ground running as a long-term team-player with peers of the same skills but also able to independently and effectively manage time with a priority-shifting workload under minimal supervision. Must be able to learn new technologies quickly. Some road time, excellent customer interaction skills and occasional scheduled off-hours service for upgrades & maintenance will be required. Must be customer-service-minded and tactful when dealing with customers and all levels of management. Attention to detail is vitally necessary including the ability to independently follow-up on details until a problem is resolved or a project is completed.

Required Experience:

• Must have an expert mastery of Cisco devices, specifically Cisco routers & switches and Cisco ASA firewall.
• Experience with Cisco implementations of LAN, WAN, VPN, firewall clusters, secure wireless, remote access.
• Experience with content filtering, email filtering, load balancing, traffic analysis, authentication technologies.
• Sharp analytical skills to identify complex problems at the network, systems and application layers.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with the operation, troubleshooting and design of enterprise data networks.
• Working knowledge of data protocols, architectures, standards, addressing, routing, switching and data security.

Optional Experience:

• Experience with Juniper, F5, IronPort, Riverbed, WebSense or Packeteer.
• Experience with Cisco UC/IPT/VoIP including phone systems, vmail, phones, voice gateways, etc.
• Experience with penetration testing, ethical hacking, performing security assessments, Nessus, Metasploit.
• Understanding and working knowledge of cryptographic standards such as IPSEC, PKI and certificates.

Education / Skills:

• Proven track record showing ten or more years full-time hands-on networking experience.
• Network or security certifications CCNP and/or CCSP are preferred, or equivalent skills & experience.
• Other network or security certifications such as CCIE, CCDP, CCVP or CISSP would be a plus.
• Candidate should be willing to pursue CCIE level expertise if not there already.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Location:

Douglasville, Pennsylvania

Length:

Permanent

Compensation:

$90,000 – $125,000

Click here to apply.

Our client is looking for an experienced professional to sell visual communication services. Product offerings include product photography, video, CGI and color correction. The client is looking for team players that work hard, have a desire to become better, and have a passion for building customer relationships.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Professional presentation skills.
• Professional look and demeanor.
• Full circle solution selling ability.
• Excellent follow up skills.
• Ability to execute a detail oriented selling process.
• Previous experience selling high ticket solutions.
• Ability to “farm” company generated leads as well as “hunt” for new leads.
• Bachelors degree.

Location:

Leola, Pennsylvania

Compensation:

• Salary + Commission plan.
• First year income 65-80k+.

Duration:

Permanent

Click here to apply.

The Account Manager position requires a passionate and dedicated focus on delivering exceptional customer service around email marketing solutions. This position requires the ability to work to ensure successful customer implementations and maintains relationships with clients on an ongoing basis. This position also requires interfacing with a variety of clients on a daily basis, and being responsible for building and maintaining high customer satisfaction. Internally, this role will be expected to maintain healthy partnerships with Professional Services and Product Development teams. It is expected that each business relationship be managed to optimize the client experience at all levels, utilizing good listening skills and prudent judgment. The expectation is that for each client, we recommend marketing strategies and tactics to help clients reach optimal engagement with their customers, as well as recommend additional solutions and services as appropriate to optimize the client’s ROI.

Duties:

• Deliver excellent customer service to each client every time
• Build strong client relationships grounded in partnership
• Closely monitor account activity, confirming utilization and deliverability success
• Conduct at least one successful phone call per quarter to each account within portfolio
• Ensure that each new client experiences a successful implementation of services
• Manage open activities and service requests to a satisfactory closure
• Communicate appropriate expectations for project deliverables to client
• Work closely with Professional Services team for each project initiated for client
• Report and escalate critical information to appropriate management level
• Act as email marketing consultant with regards to best practices
• Act as expert on all email marketing solutions
• Recommend messaging strategies to enhance ROI for client’s business

Requirements:

• Technically savvy
• Strong understanding of SaaS and mobile technology
• Willing to engage clients on the phone for majority of day
• Strong organizational skills
• Flexible and Nimble
• Persuasive and Resilient
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Punctual, meticulous and reliable
• Proven ability to solve problems
• Self-starter and goal oriented

Compensation:

$40,000 – $50,000

Length:

Permanent

Location:

Lititz, Pennsylvania

Click here to apply.

The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for actively prospecting and establishing profitable relationships with business clients. As the Outside Sales Representative, you are the primary external representative of the organization; you must convey a sense of expertise in services and capabilities, as you serve as a key educator. The position requires a passion for achieving results based on sound business process and the use of innovative technology.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively with the General Manager/Owner, the Sales Team, and the Production Team, informing and updating them regularly to guarantee that sales and client objectives are met.
• Actively manage short- and-long term leads from external referral sources to qualify prospects and advance them through the sales process.
• Guarantee satisfaction and value for clients.
• Prepare reports of business transactions and keeps expense account.
• Contribute to a work environment that fosters pride in being part of a winning team and promotes personal growth.
• Identify prospects, customers, and referral sources and develop/maintain relationships to ensure attainment of company business goals.
• Support efforts to consistently grow the base of referral sources.
• Manage marketing data using applicable sales management systems or tools to maximize efficiency and analyze data/marketing activity on a weekly basis.

Skills Required:

• Excellent communication skills.
• 3 to 5 years in selling B2B environment.
• Understanding of SaaS (Software as a Solution) product and applications.
• Demonstrated understanding of development platforms and processes.

Needed Competencies:

• B/A- B/S preferred.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent software understanding.
• Proven sales ability.

Compensation:

$120,000 (Base Salary 55-65K))

Length:

Permanent

Location:

Lititz, Pennsylvania

Click here to apply.

Primary Function:

This is a senior level position and the duties include project requirements, hardware selection, configuration, installation and maintenance of CISCO telephony solutions.

Our client is a market leader in the area of Advanced Technology Communications. They offer comprehensive solutions and support with unparalleled levels of commitment, reliability, and integrity.

Client’s Core Competencies

     • IP Telephony
     • IP Contact Center
     • Unified Messaging
     • Hosted IP Communications
     • Security
     • Video
     • Wireless LANs
     • WAN/VPN Deployment

Client’s Services

     • Proof-of-Concept
     • Design & Consulting
     • Project Implementation & Management
     • Training
     • Support & Maintenance
     • Network Management
     • Fulfillment (Hosted IP)

We are looking for a candidate who has a technology background in on ore more of the listed services above, but more importantly, has project management skills and the ability to mentor and develop others.

Compensation:

$100,000-$125,000.

Location:

Philadelphia Metro

Duration:

Permanent

Click here to apply.

The Senior Database Administrator is responsible for performing database administration to assure the availability, performance, integrity and security of databases for 1000′s of disparate OLTP and Decision Support systems. This individual actively contributes to the architecture and system design. Duties include database support, research, design and implementation of database products that enhance the customer value of databases and products.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for ensuring the availability and performance of the PROD, UAT, and DEV/INT database environments.
• Provide front-line database administration and support for client facing applications.
• Direct responsibility for strategic technical development of our database environment.
• Plan and manage project tasks, schedules, and resources related to database administration.
• Provide technical leadership within the team and other infrastructure areas.
• Communicate with application owners through formal correspondence.
• Backup/recovery/DR strategy, planning, and execution.
• Capacity planning and prediction.
• Ensure compliance with all technical specifications and uphold architectural standards.
• Responsible for problem escalation to IBM and/or Microsoft Support and third parties as necessary.
• Work closely with customer and project team on database design and construction of customer databases.
• Work as part of a project team to coordinate database development and determine project scope and limitations.
• Diagnose and solve complex problems including non-functional problems such as performance issues by identifying workarounds, and driving resolution / “owning” the problem.
• Support Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reporting requirements and monitor Service Level Agreement (SLA) compliance. Report regularly on overall performance levels and identify trends.
• Provide off-hours on-call support.
• Implementing and managing High Availability and Replication technologies.
• Install application upgrades as 2nd Level support for Release Management.
• Occasional travel by car and air to company sites and off-site training, roughly 4 times per year.

Required Experience:

• 7+ years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server or IBM DB2 9.x or better (required).
• 5+ years of experience with another RDBMS (required).
• Experience managing large 500GB+ databases (required).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously and complete work within allocated time-frames.
• Self-starter with good ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong query tuning and performance problem solving skills (preferred).
• Competent in Unix/Linux shell scripting.
• Administration support in a multi-customer SOA-based environment with competing demands for your time (preferred).
• Business knowledge of Insurance.
• Excellent Communication and Project Management skills.

Education / Skills:

• BA in Computer Science or Information Systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, UNIX and Linux.

Location:

Wilmington, Delaware

Length:

Permanent

Compensation:

$90,000 – $120,000

Click here to apply.

We are looking for a proven sales professional with a track record of success in business to business (B2B) sales.

Experience:

• At least 5 years prior success in B2B sales calling on business owners and/or senior level decision makers/executives
• Experience selling solutions in a highly competitive market
• Strong prospecting (both over the phone & in person) and closing skills
• Prior total compensation history of at least $70k (this position is only for a proven sales person)
• Stable work history
• Previous experience with contractual business sales (i.e. office equipment, business systems, communication solutions, etc.)
• Demonstrated history of continual learning & self-improvement

What they are offering:

• Solid base salary with potential to earn $75k+ in the first year for performers who meet/exceed our goals
• Car allowance with gas card or company car
• Full benefits plan including a generous 401k
• Exceptional sales support and the ability to focus on sales, not service or collections
• Protected, local sales territories

Location:

Baltimore, Maryland

Compensation:

Base Salary $40-50k plus commission (anticipated first year income is 65-75K , second year is 100-120K).

Duration:

Permanent

Click here to apply.

Our client is looking for a high level person to manage the sales of luxurious and new residential construction. Working for one of the area’s most respected builders, you will be given all the necessary support to build a long-term career. Your office will be within the on-site model home with hours of operation Friday through Tuesday 11am-6pm. The client is looking for team players that work hard, have a desire to become better, and have a passion for building customer relationships.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Professional presentation skills.
• Professional look and demeanor.
• Full circle solution selling ability.
• Excellent follow up skills.
• Ability to execute a detail oriented selling process.
• Previous experience selling high ticket solutions.
• Ability to “farm” company generated leads as well as “hunt” for new leads.
• Bachelors degree.

Location:

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Compensation:

• Salary + Commission plan.
• First year income $80k+.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plan.
• Paid Vacation.
• 401(k).
• Flexible Spending Account.

Duration:

Permanent

Click here to apply.

Our client, an internet marketing and SEO focused start-up, is searching for exceptional account managers. This position requires the ability to work to ensure successful customer implementations and maintains relationships with clients on an ongoing basis. This position also requires interfacing with a variety of clients on a daily basis, and being responsible for building and maintaining high customer satisfaction. It is expected that each business relationship be managed to optimize the client experience at all levels, utilizing good listening skills and prudent judgment. The expectation is that for each client, we recommend SEO strategies and tactics to help clients reach optimal engagement with their customers, as well as recommend additional solutions and services as appropriate to optimize the client’s ROI.

Responsibilities:

• Build rapport, advise, retain, upsell, and then do it again.
• Deliver excellent customer service to each client every time.
• Build strong client relationships grounded in partnership.
• Closely monitor account activity, confirming utilization and deliverability success.
• Ensure that each new client experiences a successful implementation of services.
• Communicate appropriate expectations for project deliverables to client.
• Work closely with Professional Services team for each project initiated for client.
• Report and escalate critical information to appropriate management level.
• Act as SEO consultant with regards to best practices .
• Recommend/Upsell strategies to enhance ROI for client’s business.

Requirements:

• Technically savvy.
• General understanding of and strong willingness to learn SEO best practices.
• Willing to engage clients on the phone for majority of day.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Flexible and Nimble .
• Persuasive and Resilient.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Punctual, meticulous and reliable.
• Proven ability to solve problems.
• Self-starter and goal oriented.

Personal Characteristics:

• You must be able to take yourself lightly and your position seriously.
• Flexible-this is a start-up.
• Fun loving-you will be hit with nerf balls.
• Entrepreneurial spirit-your ideas will be welcomed and you won’t be welcomed unless you have ideas.

Compensation:

$30,000 – $40,000

Length:

Permanent

Location:

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Click here to apply.

We are looking for a field service technician with 1-2 years of experience (or equivalent education). The primary responsibilities of this position are as follows:

• Supporting and maintenance of machines in retail locations throughout the state of Delaware.
• Duties to include all basic upkeep (cleaning, restocking supplies, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting), installation of new machines and replacement of machines that are unable to be repaired.
• Troubleshoot and connect machines to the network.

The shifts for this position are rotating and mostly occur during the day. However, you may be asked to work into the evening and on weekends occasionally.

This is a customer-facing position so we are looking for someone who can communicate clearly, understand and relate to the customer.

The position requires that you complete a thorough background check and drug screen.

Location:

Middletown, DE

Compensation:

Contract-to-Hire ($12-$12.50/hr)

Click here to apply.

We are looking for a proven sales professional with a track record of success in business to business (B2B) sales.

Experience:

• At least 5 years prior success in B2B sales calling on business owners and/or senior level decision makers/executives
• Experience selling solutions in a highly competitive market
• Strong prospecting (both over the phone & in person) and closing skills
• Prior total compensation history of at least $70k (this position is only for a proven sales person)
• Stable work history
• Previous experience with contractual business sales (i.e. office equipment, business systems, communication solutions, etc.)
• Demonstrated history of continual learning & self-improvement

What they are offering:

• Solid base salary with potential to earn $75k+ in the first year for performers who meet/exceed our goals
• Car allowance with gas card or company car
• Full benefits plan including a generous 401k
• Exceptional sales support and the ability to focus on sales, not service or collections
• Protected, local sales territories

Location:

Highspire, Pennsylvania

Compensation:

Base Salary  $40-50k plus commission (anticipated first year income is 65-75K , second year is 100-120K).

Duration:

Permanent

Click here to apply.

The Technical Project Manager (TPM) specializes in coordinating projects where a high level of technical integration by the client is a requirement. The TPM must embrace a philosophy of continuous improvement (Kaizen) in meeting their objectives by focusing on improving the overall customer experience as well as the project’s profitability.

The TPM works closely with Sales, Account Managers, and the technical staff to manage/coordinate projects through completion. Given that the TPM usually works on fixed price projects, the TPM must continually monitor project scope and attempt to reduce the Book to Bill time period. In the situation when a project stalls due to client unresponsiveness, the TPM will follow an established project escalation process to get the project back on track. Further, it is paramount that the TPM maintain a detailed record of each project within SalesForce.

Team Management:

• Manage day-to-day operational and technical aspects of multiple projects. Coordinate a team consisting of developers, designers, business analysts, quality assurance and others to ensure that project progress is on schedule and on time.
• Enable project team success by identifying and addressing risk factors, external dependencies, and implementing innovative solutions to keep the project moving forward.

Technical Ability:

• As technical liaison, it’s important that the TPM is able to understand the internal and external technical teams so that the TPM can properly provide direction as well as communicate to the non-technical participants (such as the client’s chief marketing officer, CMO).
• The TPM should possess working knowledge of HTML, JavaScript, and other programming language and tools.

Customer Management:

• Set initial customer expectations regarding process and schedule in line with Service Level Agreement.
• Coordinate delivery of customer digital assets, data & code verification and project launch process.
• Identify changes in scope; quantify project impact in terms of risk, time and budget.
• Provide weekly status reports to client point person including activities, deliverables, accomplishments, and budget updates.

Project Accountability:

• Track progress of multiple projects and reflect status in SalesForce.
• Work with team members and clients to reduce Book to Bill time and ensure overall project profitability.
• Analyze project progress and performance and advocate process improvement to improve customer experience and increase project profitability.

General:

• Maintain high level of professionalism, courtesy and ethics.
• Ability to work in a fast past, changing environment with minimal support.
• Be the leader of those projects under your control.
• • Actively participate in continuously improving our process and embrace a philosophy of continual learning.

Skills / Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in project management or similar project leadership in an advertising agency/interactive marketing environment or software development department.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in various stages of completion.
• An understanding of the installation, trouble shooting and optimization of technology products.
• Demonstrated understanding of development platforms and software troubleshooting techniques.

Needed / Competencies:

• Advanced problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Mastery of Microsoft Office suite.
• Fluency with technical concepts.
• “Own” projects which will require typically between 45 – 50 hours per week.
• Must be self-directed when necessary but able to work in a team-environment.

Education:

• BA or BS is preferred.

Compensation:

$40,000 – $50,000

Length:

Permanent

Location:

Lititz, Pennsylvania

Click here to apply.

Our client is looking for an accomplished Service Manager who will be responsible for directing the overall Route Service function for the Highspire facility and leading day to day operations. This position is a member of the senior leadership team reporting directly to the President. This position is a true mix of leading people balanced with the ability to proactively identify and lead process improvements/special projects.

Qualifications:

• At least 7 years leadership experience in a customer-facing function.
• On an “upward” career track.
• Possess the desire to grow within an expanding company & the drive to be successful.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• A self-instilled sense of urgency.
• The ability to speak to performance metrics (who, when, how).
• The flexibility to work early mornings, early evenings and/or occasional weekend days.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.
• The ability to pass extensive pre-employment checks (i.e. MVR, physical, drug test, criminal and credit).

Compensation:

$80,000-$100,000

Length:

Permanent

Location:

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Click here to apply.

We are looking for an experienced Citrix Engineer to help our client to grow Citrix services through implementing Citrix based solutions. This technical position will be primarily responsible for implementing and supporting these solutions. The candidate must possess the following specific skill set experience to be considered:

Required:

• Citrix Presentation Server
• XenApp 4.X +
• Citrix Web Interface 4.X +
• Citrix Access Gateway 4.X +
• Citrix CCA certification minimum, CCEA or CCIA preferable
• Microsoft Active Directory and Windows 2003/2008 Server
• Management and Monitoring of Citrix Servers/Farms
• Understanding of Virtualization Technologies
• Understanding of Data Center Design and Infrastructure
• Understanding of storage technologies (iSCSI, NAS and SAN)
• 5 years minimum experience in networking and infrastructure technologies
• 2 years minimum consulting experience
• Excellent writing and documentation skills
• Bachelor’s Degree

Additional Experience:

• Citrix Provisioning Services
• Citrix XenApp 5.X and 6 experience is a plus
• XenDesktop 3.X and 4.X experience is a plus
• Citrix Access Gateway 4.X experience a plus
• Citrix NetScaler 8.X or 9.X experience a plus
• Citrix Single Sign-On 4.X (formerly Password Manager) experience a plus
• Virtualization Build/Test, Installation, Deployment and Management (VMware, XenServer, or Hyper-V) experience a plus
• Microsoft certifications a plus

Compensation:

$85,000 – $95,000

Length:

Permanent

Location:

Wilmington, Delaware

Click here to apply.

Primary Function:

The Back End Developer will be responsible for developing new web applications, constructed using SOA principles (TCP Binary, REST, XML RPC, SOAP), as well as the implementation of new features, and the re-factoring, debugging, and improving of code within our existing applications.

The Back End Developer will be responsible for development in a LAMP stack environment (Linux, MySQL), eCommerce, strong security, and social networking interface (Facebook, etc.).

This role is for a Developer who thrives in a collaborative, diverse environment and is passionate about code, quality, and best practices. You will be in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with responsibilities that include gathering requirements, software problem solving, and design and code reviews.

Responsibilities:

• Assists users, customers and business partners to maximize the benefit from use of web technology and functionality.
• Understands and enhances the role of the web in clients’ business successes, championing ideas and capabilities regarding their evolution.
• Designs, codes, tests, debugs, documents and maintains:
  
  * Web networking and open source applications using technologies such as Java, PHP, XML, SQL, C++, HTML, JavaScript, Linux, mySQL and eCommerce.
  * User interfaces using technologies such as AJAX, HTML and Javascript..
• Evaluates, installs, configures and maintains:
  
  * Third party software applications.
  * Third party services and web-based functionality (e.g. widgets).

Requirements:

• Experience with web design and development using Web 2.0 concepts (e.g. Google, Facebook), technologies, techniques and standards across varying platforms and browsers.
• Write code using design patterns and other Object Oriented Programming (OOP) principles, all with scalability and availability in mind. Contribute to the creation of a long-term, scalable architecture by working with the development, database, architecture, and operations teams.
• Experience with technical documentation including ability to communicate repeatable processes for building, archiving, installing, configuring, and custom third party software applications.
• Working in a networked environment; using file conversion techniques; working with Adobe Creative Suite; working with Microsoft Office Suite and Visio.
• Experience using Web API calls to send and receive data between and interface with partner sites.
• Web service experience (SOAP, REST, XML parsing, and XML PPC).
• Expert in MySQL query optimization, scalable PHP architecture and design.
• Experience with PHP templates and frameworks.
• Experience with best software development practices, peer code reviews, SVN, or other versioning software.
• Experience with Facebook SDK (e.g. Graph API).
• Experience with large-scale, concurrent requests.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills along with excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Knowledge of WordPress/CSS a plus.
• Should display ability for writing documented, maintainable code.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills desired. Web pages will require regular updates.
• Provides configuration management by maintaining network file structure and electronic documents.
• Works extensively with Design, Marketing and Communications and Lead Developer for a usable, cohesive web presence.
• Develops and tests software to provide solutions for company business needs.

Core Competencies:

• Must be a creative champion for adoption and implementation of new web technologies and capabilities.
• Must have self-starting personality, unafraid to display initiative and innovation on the job.
• Must possess strong communication skills, including listening abilities.
• Must be a team player willing to share ideas with the ability to contribute to discussions passionately but objectively, while seeking and respecting differing opinions from others.
• Must have the ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities and business partner expectations.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• US Citizen, or a valid permanent resident card.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science.
• Minimum of 3+ years in field and related area.

Compensation:

$100,000 – $130,000 plus bonus.

Excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, and 401K plans.

Location:


Mahwah, New Jersey

Duration:


Permanent

Click here to apply.

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Our client, a pioneer in sales force automation, collaborative analytics, business intelligence and PDRP systems in the pharmaceutical industry as well as pharmaceutical analytics for the iPad and iPhone, is in need of a Senior R&D Developer. This person should be able to assume full responsibility for undertaking complex technical assignments and should be able to perform them with minimal or no supervision.

Main Responsibilities:

• Be fluent in all aspects of the software development process.
• Analyzing and defining complex processes and requirements.
• Creating functional specifications.
• Designing software that is efficient and scalable.
• Writing code that is bug free, efficient, scalable and easy to maintain and enhance while meeting the prescribed specifications.
• Designing test strategies.
• Track down and fix bugs quickly and efficiently while not introducing new bugs into the system.
• Add new enhancements efficiently without compromising other parts of the system.
• Perform level 4 support for any problems that might arise.
• Process and refine data into the appropriate format for the final product.
• Evaluate simple interrelationships between programs such as whether a contemplated change in one part of a program would cause unrelated parts in another part.
• Analyze performance of programs and take action to correct deficiencies based on consultation with users and approval of supervisor.
• Confer with users and staff to gain an understanding of needed changes or modifications of existing programs.
• Write and maintain programming documentation.
• Analyze client/server and micro-computer based software solutions compatibility with Company requirements.
• Document programming problems and resolutions for future purposes.
• Remained abreast of emerging technologies to improve software development processes and procedures.

Key Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Visual C++, C#, SFA, OLAP, networking/communications.
• Ability to process computer data and generate reports.
• Ability to write technical instructions in the use of programs and/or program modification.
• Ability to learn and support new systems and applications.
• Skilled in logically identifying problems and implementing effective solutions.
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail are required.
• Excellent communications skills (oral, written).
• Ability to deliver the highest standard of service.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize issues.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology.

Other Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent algorithm and problem solving skills.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality code, a software craftsman.
• Capable of working in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Strong time management and project management skills.

Compensation:


$85,000 – $95,000

Length:


Permanent

Location:


King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Click here to apply.



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The Software Test Automation Specialist will be responsible for creating functional, regression, and user acceptance test automation for supported software applications. The primary function will be to create, maintain, and execute test automation as part of the Software Development Lifecycle. Secondary responsibilities could include load and performance testing and assisting in the overall testing processes such as test plan, test case design, and test data creation.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for test automation as part of the overall Software Development Lifecycle.
• Create, maintain and execute automated test scripts to support testing at various levels of the SDLC.
• Schedule and execute automated test scripts on appropriate hardware resources during specified test periods.
• Operate within existing automation frameworks including data driven and keyword driven.
• Follow test automation Best Practices when creating scripts to ensure resilient, reusable, and reliable automation outcomes.
• Work closely with the Application teams, Release Management, Business Analysts and WRBC Operating Units to create effective automated tests using various automation tools.
• Configure and maintain the testing environment.
• Requires working independently and as part of multi-discipline teams to develop creative and innovative solutions.
• Educate and mentor software testers on the use and understanding of the automation process as it pertains to the SDLC.
• Log, communicate, and make recommendations on correction of defects to application teams.
• Document the success and failure of automated tests for metrics gathering and reporting.
• Perform periodic load and performance testing as required to support the testing process.
• Minimum travel required.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 2 years experience with Insurance concepts with preference to Commercial Property and Casualty.
• Minimum 5 years experience in software testing and quality.
• Minimum 3 years experience in creating automated tests.
• Minimum 2 years experience with Rational Functional Tester is preferred.
• Experience with Rational Quality Manager is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in Java development, preferably using the Eclipse IDE.
• Minimum 2 years experience with database concepts. Includes use of SQL to create and execute queries as part of automated testing.
• Minimum 2 years using defect tracking tools.
• Knowledge of data-driven and keyword driven testing approaches to automation.
• Experience with additional software test automation tools is preferable.
• Working knowledge of software testing concepts and practices.
• Working knowledge of software management disciplines (e.g., software development life cycles, change control, configuration management and release management).
• Demonstrates a disciplined and thorough approach to developing dynamic, resilient, readable, reliable, and reusable test automation code.
• Demonstrate an affinity for attention to detail when evaluating a project’s performance and functional requirements.
• Demonstrates a strong overall knowledge and understanding of IT concepts including server, network, performance, XML, SOA, web services, scripting languages, and more.
• Excellent time management and multi-task skills. Able to set, adjust, and communicate priorities as required to meet the needs of the business.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and customers on a regular basis.

Education / Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience (minimum 5 years).
• Commercial Property and Casualty experience and/or certifications is preferable.
• Strong general computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Visio, and Lotus Notes.
• Ability and willingness to learn quickly.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write routine reports and correspondence for internal and external customers.
• Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment as well as independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to prioritize work load, work effectively on several projects and concurrent tasks, and be able to meet project deadlines.

Location:


Urbandale, Iowa

Length:


Permanent

Compensation:


$75,000 – $80,000

Click here to apply.

]]> http://www.maculagroup.com/2012/04/09/1564/feed/ 0 http://www.maculagroup.com/2012/04/09/software-test-automation-specialist/ http://www.maculagroup.com/2012/04/09/software-test-automation-specialist/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 12:45:00 +0000 Mike http://www.maculagroup.com/?p=1560 Status: Closed


The Software Test Automation Specialist will be responsible for creating functional, regression, and user acceptance test automation for supported software applications. The primary function will be to create, maintain, and execute test automation as part of the Software Development Lifecycle. Secondary responsibilities could include load and performance testing and assisting in the overall testing processes such as test plan, test case design, and test data creation.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for test automation as part of the overall Software Development Lifecycle.
• Create, maintain and execute automated test scripts to support testing at various levels of the SDLC.
• Schedule and execute automated test scripts on appropriate hardware resources during specified test periods.
• Operate within existing automation frameworks including data driven and keyword driven.
• Follow test automation Best Practices when creating scripts to ensure resilient, reusable, and reliable automation outcomes.
• Work closely with the Application teams, Release Management, Business Analysts and WRBC Operating Units to create effective automated tests using various automation tools.
• Configure and maintain the testing environment.
• Requires working independently and as part of multi-discipline teams to develop creative and innovative solutions.
• Educate and mentor software testers on the use and understanding of the automation process as it pertains to the SDLC.
• Log, communicate, and make recommendations on correction of defects to application teams.
• Document the success and failure of automated tests for metrics gathering and reporting.
• Perform periodic load and performance testing as required to support the testing process.
• Minimum travel required.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 2 years experience with Insurance concepts with preference to Commercial Property and Casualty.
• Minimum 5 years experience in software testing and quality.
• Minimum 3 years experience in creating automated tests.
• Minimum 2 years experience with Rational Functional Tester is preferred.
• Experience with Rational Quality Manager is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in Java development, preferably using the Eclipse IDE.
• Minimum 2 years experience with database concepts. Includes use of SQL to create and execute queries as part of automated testing.
• Minimum 2 years using defect tracking tools.
• Knowledge of data-driven and keyword driven testing approaches to automation.
• Experience with additional software test automation tools is preferable.
• Working knowledge of software testing concepts and practices.
• Working knowledge of software management disciplines (e.g., software development life cycles, change control, configuration management and release management).
• Demonstrates a disciplined and thorough approach to developing dynamic, resilient, readable, reliable, and reusable test automation code.
• Demonstrate an affinity for attention to detail when evaluating a project’s performance and functional requirements.
• Demonstrates a strong overall knowledge and understanding of IT concepts including server, network, performance, XML, SOA, web services, scripting languages, and more.
• Excellent time management and multi-task skills. Able to set, adjust, and communicate priorities as required to meet the needs of the business.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and customers on a regular basis.

Education / Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience (minimum 5 years).
• Commercial Property and Casualty experience and/or certifications is preferable.
• Strong general computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Visio, and Lotus Notes.
• Ability and willingness to learn quickly.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write routine reports and correspondence for internal and external customers.
• Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment as well as independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to prioritize work load, work effectively on several projects and concurrent tasks, and be able to meet project deadlines.

Location:


Wilmington, DE

Length:


Permanent

Compensation:


$75,000 – $80,000

Click here to apply.

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The infrastructure team is tasked with the overall design, maintenance and general oversight of corporate infrastructure. Under the direction of senior management, the infrastructure team works to develop sound cost-effective solutions to solve complex business needs for both internal and external stakeholders.

The Senior Infrastructure Engineer will report to the Vice President of Infrastructure and work closely with the Installation Project Coordinator on both internal and customer facing network projects. The Senior Infrastructure Engineer will work with the Infrastructure team to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all systems managed and designed by the infrastructure team.

Required:

The Infrastructure Engineer will be expected to take ownership of escalated support issues from the System Support Center, as well as guidance to junior staff. His/Her responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• CISCO ASA device configuration and deployment
• Checkpoint and SonicWall device configuration / maintenance and support
• CISCO IOS
• Enterprise Data Backup & Validation
• SAN Setup and Maintenance
• DataCenter equipment Maintenance & Installation
• Design and build test environments for use in proof of concept development
• Ensure that Network Security Policies are maintained and enforced
• Ensure appropriate network monitoring is in place and functioning
• Work with clients to ensure solutions meet customer needs and that SLA’s are met
• Maintain knowledge of new and developing technologies that can be applied to corporate mission
• Respond to and troubleshoot network and system alarms

Personal Skills:

• Must posses good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must be able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical people
• Be able to function independently as well as in a team environment
• Must have a desire to constantly learn and develop new technical skills
• Must have good time management and organizational skills

Technical Skills:

• Demonstrated Hands on experience with Networking Technologies (Cisco, Checkpoint, etc)
• In-Depth understanding of network/system security concepts and best practices
• Exposure to ITIL concepts a plus

Compensation:


$90,000 – $100,000

Length:


Permanent

Location:


Wilmington, Delaware

Click here to apply.



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