VP of Software Development Web 2.0 Guru

A leading online media company is seeking a Vice President, Software Development to manage their next generation website This position is a member of the Technology Leadership Team, reporting directly to the CIO.


The ideal candidate will have experience working closely with a CIO/CTO in a hands-on role, in a fluid manner and in an informal and fast paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record of success in similar roles, a strong work ethic and a commitment to best practices—all this blended with the expected operational and technical skills.


Our Company is a small, growing company in a fast paced market and requires a Vice President who is a team player, is savvy in the digital world, moves quickly, and is hands-on and willing to do detailed work. Directly relevant experience in a publishing, advertising and subscription environment is preferred.

Responsibilities:

Plan, direct, and coordinate all activities associated with developing and implementing software across multiple functional areas and products. Work with Project Management team to prioritize and allocate projects and resources with the assistance of architects and managers. Participate in the strategic decisions about technology, definition, and implementation of the software products. Hire and review managers and team members. Sets objectives for direct reports. Ensures the ongoing training and development of direct reports. Plan, direct, and coordinate activities of a multi-team and cross-functional organization.



Uses technical knowledge to anticipate and understand the implications of latest technologies, to communicate and evangelize them to appropriate audiences and to integrate them appropriately into products and programs. Leads in the acquisition and/or development of new systems, software technology and tools to improve the quality of the users' experiences without compromising service. Adjusts architecture to support changing business directions.

Requirements:

The Vice President of Software Development is a proven leader in setting direction for and achieving objectives of unit(s) or function(s) in the enterprise. In addition, the Vice President of Software Development should be able to show the ability to lead and execute complicated, multistage implementation and development projects involving internal and external resources. Other technical skills include:



10-15 years experience in software development

Increasing levels of management responsibility

Experience managing in an Agile Development SDLC

Experience managing the implementation and build out of websites on top of third party content management systems

Experience managing the deployment of Drupal based websites

Java Engineer

We are looking for software developers who can build and support the growing footprint of functionality and customers. We want clever, innovative developers that can work with complex systems, large codebases and real world deadlines. If you are the type of person who enjoys programming and are passionate about clean code and sound designs, we definitely want to speak to you. We hire great people who are passionate about software development with the right blend of pragmatism and idealism in software design.

Specific Responsibilities Include:
• Develop and support hosted solutions
• Work with Products and Professional Services teams to translate business requirements into both short-term solutions and long term products.
• Maintain existing products
• Analyze and tune performance of applications

Job Requirements:
• BS/MS in CS/EE (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of software development/support experience
• Proficient in Java and J2EE technologies
• Supply Chain experience
• Knowledge of (D)HTML and Javascript
• Proficient in SQL
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with any of the following is a plus: o Building Web applications o Oracle/BEA Weblogic Application Server o Microsoft SQL Server

RF design Engineer

As a Member of the Technical Staff, this individual will direct and perform complicated engineering work exercising independent judgment and action. Directing and performing applied research, design, development, testing, and documentation of products or systems will be involved. This person will work directly with customers to understand equipment/system requirements and ensure the best solution for the application(s). Members of the Technical Staff are also required to provide direction and mentor engineers and cross-functional colleagues, and leverage internal and external contacts to resolve significant matters and influence strategic direction.


Requirements:
MSEE (PhD preferred) 12+ years of proven experience in the simulation, design and testing of high power amplifiers (1000 W to 10 kW, frequency 10 to 200 MHz), matching networks, and filtering in this power and frequency range. Experience should also include, thermal analysis, mechanical packing and EMC related skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment, product development/transfer to manufacturing, spec /report writing, are definite assets. About 10% of the time may be involved with international travel.

Backend Engineer

I am working with a great start-up in the south bay that has asked me to find them a Senior Backend Engineer. Ideally the candidate will have had experience with a heavily trafficked websites. Here are the requirements:

• 3+ years experience in backend software development using the LAMP stack.
• 3+ years experience with PHP + MySQL
• 3+ years of experience building sites that scaled to the millions of users
• Local to the San Jose area
  

Please feel free to contact me if you are qualified or know someone who is.

See profile for contact information

Network Engineer

C/C++
Windows
Linux
Peer to Peer
File Sharing
start-up
location Bay Area

salary 120K

Recruiting: a golfer's perspective

Phil Mickelson won a WGC in Shanghai this weekend. His pay day was over $1MM.

Do you think he is getting paid for four days of work? Personally, I don't think so. Instead, I think it is a lifetime of commitment, practice and achievement. I view my job as a contingency based recruiter similar to a PGA golf pro. I practice 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year for the chance to perform at every tournament or for a client company. Every placement I make is a culmination of hundreds of tasks: my calls, emails and networking all combine to find the perfect person for a company. It is years of connections and relationships that provide success when the candidate and company agree on employment terms. When I make a match, I feel like I have putted-out on Sunday and have won the weekly event. A slight fist pump, a high five and hug, but then its back to the driving range looking for that perfect shot... The tournament sponsor pays when a winner is found but the golfer doesn't get paid until he turns in the best performance of the day--amidst intense competition.

Reaching an agreement, like winning a match, does not come easily. Hundreds of calls and conversations are required to gain the trust of a client company. It takes a significant amount of time to negotiate a placement wherein I discuss your company's background and hiring needs with a candidate.


Given the contingency agreement from your company, I can proactively contact people on your behalf. It affords me the time to justify making calls on the company's behalf. I understand that this does not mean you will hire a candidate from me, but at least it gives me a chance to perform and show you the caliber of people I can attract. A win-win situation: an incentive for me, a performance oriented employee for my client.

Hiring managers know better than anyone how specific and unique a candidate needs to be to match their hiring needs. If in two weeks or a month I have been able to attract one or two people from the hundreds of calls that I make, then at least you will have the chance to review the resume and determine then if you would like to speak with that candidate. I know that being proactive in all market conditions keeps companies thriving.

Like Vijay Singh, I enjoy "working out" to perfect my skill set. Let's win some matches together! Please allow me the opportunity to be an advocate for your company.

Javascript role

Our ideal candidate will have:


Object-oriented JavaScript experience.
Previous experience with the following web technologies: DHTML, CGI and CSS
Previous experience with at least one scripting language (eg. Bash, Perl, or Python)
Experience working with large web frameworks such as Dojo, prototype.js and Rico
Phenomenal debugging principles
Computer Science Degree or equivalent