Senior Systems admin with Solaris in Boston, MA

Looking for a mid-level Unix/Windows System Administrator to join the Server Operations team. The candidate should have a Experience: strong OS/software
support background with 3-5 years of solid technical and project management experience and should be experienced in a fast-paced, high volume, mission
critical support role. Financial experience a plus. Candidate should have experience working with some combination of the following: Solaris, Red Hat
Linux, Windows NT/2000/2003, EMC, Veritas Volume Manager, File System, Cluster, and NetBackup, as well as Online Disk Suite and SunCluster. Candidate should be familiar with Sybase or Oracle, and the SunOne suite of products. Domino/Notes experience a plus.

Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively. This position will require off hours pager duty to accomplish team objectives.This position will be a first shift. Specific duties associated with this opening include: managing changes to
hardware/software configuration of servers, configuration/implementation of the software listed above. Coordinating the migration/consolidation of
servers to new hardware and onto a SAN. Implementation of change controls during specified periods. Trouble ticket management/closure. Server patch management/upgrades.
BS/BA preferred. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Informatica ETL in Boston, MA

Informatica ETL

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Experience in designing and implementing ETL environments using Informatica PowerCenter Experience in installation and configuration of Informatica PowerCenter Knowledge of PL/SQL, triggers and cursors in Oracle good communication and team skills To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Java Developer in Boston, MA


* Candidate will lead the technical design, development and documentation of cross-functional, multi-platform distributed application systems.
* Analyzes, defines and documents requirements for data, workflow, and logical processes and interfaces with other systems.
* Ensures that expected application performance levels are achieved by coordinating, coding, testing, implementation and documentation.

Qualifications:
* Minimum 6 - 8 years experience required.
* Must have extensive knowledge of company's total computing environment, including all key IT functions, interdependencies and business impact of future IT plans.
* Must have prior lead experience selecting and implementing vendor-specific methodologies and prior consulting experience with structured methodologies.
* Extensive experience with developing and supporting distributed applications required.
* Must have broad experience with multi-platform development tools and toolkits.
* Proficiency with the following is required: Java, Websphere, Struts, and SOAP/Web Service technology
Experience:
* Minimum 6 - 8 years experience required.
* Must have extensive knowledge of company's total computing environment, including all key IT functions, interdependencies and business impact of future IT plans.
* Must have prior lead experience selecting and implementing vendor-specific methodologies and prior consulting experience with structured methodologies.
* Extensive experience with developing and supporting distributed applications required.
* Must have broad experience with multi-platform development tools and toolkits.
* Proficiency with the following is required: Java, Websphere, Struts, and SOAP/Web Service technology
To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr Business Systems Analyst ( Custody Corporate Actions) in Boston, MA

Senior Business Systems Analyst with Custody and/or Corporate Actions

Works closely with end users to analyze and design systems solutions to business problems and needs. Acting as a consultant to the development teams, the Senior Business Systems Analyst will participate in all phases of the systems development lifecycle - from project scoping, planning, and requirements definition to issues resolution, testing and implementation.

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Exp: 7+ years. Strong knowledge of Custody and/or Corporate Actions products and operations is a must . Previous involvement in a major new development project . 5+ years of experience writing technical and business specifications . Ability to handle multiple assignments . Superior written and oral communication skills . Able to matrix manage, have strong project work and project planning experience . Previous experience in a full development life cycle . Perform well in a team environment . Experience with object oriented design methodologies and tools a plus To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Business Systems Analyst in Boston, MA

Business Systems Analyst

"The Mindcircuit is a peer network of top technical professionals in their fields who locate and screen the best talent on the market"

Our client, a leading global Business Consulting Services company is in need of a technical business analyst with strong leadership and Oracle Database experience.

Key Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following and others as assigned:
o Problem identification, structuring work and planning
o Develop and apply conceptual frameworks and analytical approaches
o Coordinate and execute customer, vendor, market analyst, and client interviews
o Conduct secondary research, data collection and market/competitor analyses
o Perform financial analysis and develop business cases
o Review, document and assess client operations
o Develop and present solutions and recommendations
o Requirements gathering and prioritization of business requirements based upon business and user needs and technology capabilities
o Create strong working relationships with clients in business and IT roles
o Support business development activities including client proposals
o Work collaboratively on multi-disciplinary teams

Job Requirements:

Education:
4-year Bachelor's degree is required. MBA is preferred, but not mandatory.

Experience Guidelines:

o 4-6 years of relevant work experience; consulting experience is a plus
o Creativity with an eye to developing new and innovative solutions
o Strong problem identification and analytical skills
o Primary and secondary research & analysis skills
o Financial analysis and business case development capabilities
o Leadership experience and the ability to motivate others to take action
o Ability to structure and plan projects/programs
o Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to create & deliver clear, powerful & concise presentations/proposals
o Ability to plan and manage time and resources, establish priorities and meet goals
o Highly proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
o Knowledge in Full SDLC projects, Java/J2EE/Oracle/PL/SQL
o Knowledge in Financial Services, Asset Management, Securities Trading is a Big Plus

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Senior Associate, QA - QA Lead in Boston, MA

Senior Associate, QA - QA Lead

Our client, a business innovator, helps clients achieve extraordinary results from their customer relationships, business operations and technology. Leveraging a unique approach, breakthrough thinking, and disciplined execution, Our client leads its industry in delivering the right business results on time and on budget. The Company works with clients that are driven to make a difference, including BP, Essent Energy, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, National Institutes of Health (NIH), Sprint Nextel, Sony Electronics, the U.S. Marine Corps, and Verizon. It is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and operates across North America, Europe, and India.

Job Summary

The primary functions of this position include ensuring conceptualizing QA plans, implementation, ensuring quality & timely delivery, ownership of project-wide initiatives & team leadership. A Senior Associate QA is expected to play a variety of roles such as QA Track Lead (TL), which usually consists of leading a track of 4-6 people or more as a part of a larger project, QA Analyst or QA Designer. In addition he is also expected to play a variety of project support roles.

Key Responsibilities include:

. Responsible for planning, estimating, implementing and driving the QA framework for the software testing life
cycle
. Able to innovate and integrate the QA/Testing lifecycle with the SDLC
. Is able to define and articulate the value of each phase of the Testing on a project to clients and team.
. Working and conceptual knowledge of manual/Automation and Defect tracking tools to help in proper tool selection and set-up
. Is able to drive the complete quality assurance engagement in a project
. Teaches & inspire others and ensures that QA best practices are followed diligently.
. Provide purpose, direction and motivation to his/her team.

Job Requirements:

. Bachelor's degree required
. 4-6 years of relevant experience
. Knowledge/experience in QA Processes, software lifecycle, testing methodology, test automation, defect tracking & test estimation & planning.
. Experience in QA tools, packages and methodologies
. Demonstrated leadership capability, preferably with leadership experience with teams of 3+ people
. Ability to effectively work as a part of a larger project team and clients.
. Frequent travel may be required

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.


Keywords: QA Lead, QA Analyst, QA Designer, QA Engineer, Automation Testing, Manual Testing, WinRunner, LoadRunner, Mercury, Rational Clearcase, SDLC, STLC, Software Testing Life Cycle, Quality Assurance

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Sr. Associate, Program Management in Boston, MA

Sr. Associate, Program Management

Job Summary

The primary functions of this position include project management, client management, and team leadership. The Sr. Associate, Program Management is expected to play a variety of project support and team leadership roles while developing the skills and experience necessary to become a Manager, Program Management. The most typical project roles for the Sr. Associate, Program Management are Track Lead (TL), which usually consists of leading sub-tracks of work (3-8 people) as part of a larger project, and Assistant Project Manager (APM), which entails supporting project managers with day-to-day project leadership activities.

The Sr. Associate, Program Management position requires problem solving skills, solid verbal and written communication skills, basic project management and client management skills, team leadership skills and strong organizational and detail-orientation skills. In performing the essential functions of this role, the work environment is fast-paced, moderately noisy and team-based. Additionally, frequent overnight travel is required.

Key Responsibilities:

. Assists Project Managers with day-to-day project management tasks or leads small and mid-sized tracks/projects. Develops and tracks project plans for individual tracks of work (as part of a larger project plan). Establishes and maintains communications for project track. Oversees track estimations. Oversees the development of track deliverables. Establishes and maintains processes to manage scope of work for track. Identifies and manages track issues and risks. Communicates track status, risks and issues to project leadership

. Leads teams of 3-8 individuals. Provides purpose, direction and motivation to team. Clarifies and communicates track objectives and success criteria. Ensures key track roles and responsibilities are defined. Ensures a positive, collaborative working environment for the team. Manages third-party partner and/or vendor relationships, as necessary

. Assists Project Managers in managing client relationships and preparing for client meetings. Plans and executes client workshops. Develops relationships with appropriate client stakeholders. Provides day-to-day contact for client on track related communications

. Participates in, and assists with, company events such as hiring, training and internal initiatives. Contributes to the ongoing development of the Program Management Domain and community at Sapient. Actively shares knowledge and lessons learned from project experiences

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required; 2-3 years project management experience, preferably in a client-service organization; Demonstrated leadership capability and/or potential (prior leadership experience with teams of 3 or more people preferred); Knowledge of and/or experience in software development and internet industries preferred; Ability to effectively work with project teams and clients; Proficient in Word, Excel, Powerpoint and MS Project; knowledge of Visio

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.
To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

QA Lead in Boston, MA

Duration : 6 months



Experience: Experience: 6+ years Resource should be functionally strong in terms of having done extensive functional testing in Asset reconciliation (or associated business areas) apart from coming from a testing background. This functional strength should be over and above typical test lead responsibilities To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Regional Sales Manager in Boston, MA

The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for selling our client?s
Network Security solutions in their assigned, named account, territory. The
Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for prospecting, account
development, and opportunity management using consultative selling
approaches focused on providing networking solutions for identified customer
technical and business requirements.
* Working with the Pre-Sales Systems Engineers, VARs, and / or Solution
Partners, the Account Executive is responsible for insuring that a complete
solution is presented to the customer including the integration of the our
client?s solution and addressing the customers design automation
requirements over their location(s).
* Initiate marketing and sales activities at major accounts to
stimulate, encourage, establish and develop major account relationships for
our client Inc. Provide territory management data: forecasts, account
management documentation, and activity reports to the firm?s management
providing basis for strategic account planning.
* Identify, evaluate and respond to key business issues of the account
and develop, present and demonstrate the firm?s capabilities to the
customer. Develop and present solution oriented proposals consisting of a
technical solution and business ROI analysis.
* Introduce and integrate the firm?s technical resources and / or VAR
personnel to the customer to demonstrate capability, educate customer
personnel and facilitate project management. Oversee post-sales support to
ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction.
* Maintains relationships and favorable contacts with current and
potential customers. Targets potential customers and develops relationships
in order to acquire new accounts. Relies on extensive experience and
judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong sales background, selling large computer, networking, or software
solutions into Fortune 1000 accounts
Experience in selling high technology network product solutions in WAN & LAN
environments with particular emphasis on IP, ATM and Frame Relay protocol
implementations is a plus. Strong business acumen with the ability to
identify the business value add and to develop and present the ROI case for
the proposed solution.
Minimum 7 + years of high-tech sales experience.

* Proven performance selling into Fortune 1000 companies.
* Proven quota performance in direct sales is a must.
* Must and have prior experience selling in the geographical area
stated.
* Excellent verbal and written communication

PC literate in basic Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel &
PowerPoint).The ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
is a must.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Bachelor?s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Business
or Marketing or equivalent and at least 7 years of experience in the field
or in a related area with large account solution sales. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Business Analyst( Mutual Funds) in Boston, MA

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Business Analyst with Mutual Funds background (5 Yrs+) - *Must* be Technical and Functional Mutual Funds Investor Services To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Project Manager in Boston, MA

Project manager, Telecoms/ Networks
290020 Job ID

Our client, a leading vendor of enterprise software solutions, is seeking a Project Manager to handle post-sales implementation of its products. This is a virtual office position with 50-70% travel to client sites and our client Northeast US HQ. Position must be located near a major metropolitan Airport in the Eastern time zone. Individuals can be located near any of the following cities/ metro areas: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Boston, Philadelphia, DC/VA/MD, Atlanta, Tampa, Orlando)

Responsibilities:

Manage multiple, parallel projects using formal project planning techniques.
Must be a proactive and customer-centric interface between the client and the company, while ensuring that internal customers, technical staff and upper management are kept aware of project status, issues and escalations.
Plan, estimate and organize overall implementation of our client?s products while being applied in client environments.
Provide daily direction, motivation and support to project team.
Plan for project contingencies and anticipate variations that may affect resources, successful implementation and revenue recognition.
Manage applications through the various life cycle stages from the sale through design and delivery.
Must be able to understand critical path of projects, project flow, process planning, implementation and control.
Identify and categorize acceptable levels of risk and potential impact of risk factors.
Serve as the communication link between the client and our client?s throughout the entire project.
Must possess strong communication and organizational skills and be capable of providing written and oral feedback in a timely manner. Candidate must be process oriented and able to meet the rigorous documentation requirements of the position.
Act as liaison with other departments.
Must be able to effectively and professionally communicate project details and requirements to a wide variety of personality types, including all levels of management.
Direct activities both on-site and off-site.

Manage applications through the various lifecycle stages from the sale, through design and delivery.

Monitor compliance to project timelines.

Willing to travel at least 50% of the time. International travel may be required.


Education:

Requirements:
BS/BA degree with relevant experience in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other applicable technical field.

A minimum of 3 years experience as a Project Manager in the telecommunications industry working with major companies in a vendor relationship.
Familiar with GANTT and PERT chart functions, writing timelines, and understanding the critical path of a project.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Process-oriented and able to meet rigorous documentation requirements.
PMI/PMP certification helpful To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Business Analysts -Wealth Management in Boston, MA

Business Analysts -Wealth Management

Duration : 1 year
Experience: Atleast 4+ years of industry experience in Wealth Management. Need at the higher end who can guide the Wealth Management Group in its new Product strategy. Preferably should come with CheckFree APL experience which is a leading Wealth management/portfoilio monitoring suit. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Oracle DBA in Boston, MA

BearingPoint, Inc. (NYSE-BE) is one of the world's largest Management and Technology Consulting companies dedicated to aligning business and systems to empower Global 2000 companies and government organizations.

The BearingPoint Public Services is currently searching for Oracle DBA consultants.

Relocation: no

Responsibilities: Key advisers to the DCMA CIO office and other production support staff. Support 24/7 operations--may be necessary to work on call. 24/7 production support DBAs, with training, skills and good adjustment to handle a variety of production database issues.

Qualifications:

-Seven or more year direct experience as Oracle DBA on Unix platform/Windows or Linux(Oracle 10g a must).
-Minimum five years of production 24/7 database support. Excellent trouble shooting skills with performance problems, data locking, database tuning, SQL tuning, etc.
-Previous experiences with Oracle 9i/8i are necessary.
-Strong with Oracle backup, restore and recovery with oracle RMAN. Good with cloning database. Database capacity planning and physical design optimization skills.

Candidates must have the ability to accommodate a Monday-Friday travel schedule

BearingPoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or any other basis covered by law. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit and business need. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Java Developer in Boston, MA

We are looking to augment our existing development team to help with the complete and total rebuild of the Variable Rate Demand Note (VRD) product line.

The rewrite will include:
1.The migration from Informix to Sybase at the database level

2.The migration of business logic and processing from C and embedded C programs to Sybase stored procedures and triggers and J2EE servlets

3.Building a complete web front end for use by VRD analysts using the Java Script toolkit Dojo (which includes AJAX functionality) and HTML/DHMTL/XHTML
Experience: Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Sybase (including performance tuning, stored procedures, triggers). Dojo experience is a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Great Systems Engineer opportunity!!! in Boston, MA

KENDA Systems in currently assisting our client in the Boston, MA area in their dearch for a awesome
Senior Engineer with educational attainment & relevance of experience.

Our client is one of the largest mobile communications companies in the world
with operations in more than 20 countries across Europe and beyond. Our US office in Boston is a key development center for products and services for the client.

The client develops voice, network, and handset services and applications which are delivered to our customers throughout the world. We focus on rapid development of key tactical and strategic products and services. We leverage technological invention to swiftly deliver device and voice services that make it easier and more fun for people to communicate.

Job Profile:
Handset/mobile application position: be device centric w/ 80% device expertise and 20% familiarity w/ network servers.

Core networks position:
80% core networks expertise and 20% familiarity with device(s).

Job's role:
Take a device, understand it, write code, test it, prepare pres. (tech & commercial aspects) and present to techno centre or BU within FT personality Skills: the most important attributes are "can do" attitude, flexibility, interpersonal & collaboration ethics, diplomacy Structure: 60% coding; 30% liaison; 10% internal presentations.

Technical skills:
C++ and Java; ideally someone w/ Python skills (not required for the job, but indicates a forward looking mindset). Job applicants should have written mobile applications on Symbian or Windows mobile, preferably both. Position will not require a lot of web code, but Steve wants someone proficient w/ web technologies (an engineer who has kept up to speed in recent years)


Career Development:
Become a leader in the industry; publish white papers and eventually manage a research team. The France Telecom environment will also provide the opportunity to move around within the different research teams.

Work environment: Feels like an academic environment with a drive to build value for the customer.

The Manager's group: work on research projects where deliverable is a prototype or live demo to be presented to other groups (BU) within FT for further development and potential deployment to customer. 1/2 of ideas explored come from external vendors (in the areas of Fixed/mobile/VoIP/Broadband); 1/2 come from within the FT family.

Team structure:
Small team of 3 to 4 engineers collaborating w. other teams within the building.

If interested, APPLY NOW!!!!!!!!!!!










Experience: Must see description below!!! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Linux & Solaris Engineer in Boston, MA

Unix/Linux Engineer
Experience running Redhat Linux AS2.1, AS3.0, RHEL 4, and Solaris 2.8, 2.9 and 10.

Ideal candidate should have the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Documentation and process skills are a must for documenting project work for knowledge transfer within the group as well as for Operational Support. Trouble shooting and project Management skills are also required to support technology changes/improvements driven by the business.

Software experience desired:
- Linux and Solaris
- Building Solaris servers with jumpstart
- Configuration Management and Provisioning
- Building servers with Kickstart
- Building custom boot images for Kickstart for standard hardware configurations
- Working with custom drivers/modules
- Building Sun packages and Linux RPMs
- Veritas Foundation Suite
- SSH, Sudo, Samba
- Linux and Solaris Security
- Management tools

Server Hardware experience should include IBM xSeries, Sun Microsystems SunFire (Sparc and AMD), Egenera BladeFrame. Familiarity with SAN architecture utilizing EMC DMX and IBM ESS.

Other skills required, but not necessary, are Veritas NetBackup, Autosys, CA Unicenter, LDAP, and IBM Director.

Experience: Software experience desired:
- Linux and Solaris
- Building Solaris servers with jumpstart
- Configuration Management and Provisioning
- Building servers with Kickstart
- Building custom boot images for Kickstart for standard hardware configurations
- Working with custom drivers/modules
- Building Sun packages and Linux RPMs
- Veritas Foundation Suite
- SSH, Sudo, Samba
- Linux and Solaris Security
- Management tools

Server Hardware experience should include IBM xSeries, Sun Microsystems SunFire (Sparc and AMD), Egenera BladeFrame. Familiarity with SAN architecture utilizing EMC DMX and IBM ESS.

Other skills required, but not necessary, are Veritas NetBackup, Autosys, CA Unicenter, LDAP, and IBM Director.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

ASP .Net developer in Boston, MA

3-4 years experience with ASP.Net web development. Experience: Writing SQL statements and an understanding of RDBMS concepts.
Proven interest in staying on top of technology changes.
Familiar with Source control and team development practices.
Team player
Ability to Mentor others
Self starter To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Senior Systems admin with Solaris in Boston, MA

Looking for a mid-level Unix/Windows System Administrator to join the Server Operations team. The candidate should have a Experience: strong OS/software
support background with 3-5 years of solid technical and project management experience and should be experienced in a fast-paced, high volume, mission
critical support role. Financial experience a plus. Candidate should have experience working with some combination of the following: Solaris, Red Hat
Linux, Windows NT/2000/2003, EMC, Veritas Volume Manager, File System, Cluster, and NetBackup, as well as Online Disk Suite and SunCluster. Candidate should be familiar with Sybase or Oracle, and the SunOne suite of products. Domino/Notes experience a plus.

Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively. This position will require off hours pager duty to accomplish team objectives.This position will be a first shift. Specific duties associated with this opening include: managing changes to
hardware/software configuration of servers, configuration/implementation of the software listed above. Coordinating the migration/consolidation of
servers to new hardware and onto a SAN. Implementation of change controls during specified periods. Trouble ticket management/closure. Server patch management/upgrades.
BS/BA preferred. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Informatica ETL in Boston, MA

Informatica ETL

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Experience in designing and implementing ETL environments using Informatica PowerCenter Experience in installation and configuration of Informatica PowerCenter Knowledge of PL/SQL, triggers and cursors in Oracle good communication and team skills To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr Business Systems Analyst ( Custody Corporate Actions) in Boston, MA

Senior Business Systems Analyst with Custody and/or Corporate Actions

Works closely with end users to analyze and design systems solutions to business problems and needs. Acting as a consultant to the development teams, the Senior Business Systems Analyst will participate in all phases of the systems development lifecycle - from project scoping, planning, and requirements definition to issues resolution, testing and implementation.

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Exp: 7+ years. Strong knowledge of Custody and/or Corporate Actions products and operations is a must . Previous involvement in a major new development project . 5+ years of experience writing technical and business specifications . Ability to handle multiple assignments . Superior written and oral communication skills . Able to matrix manage, have strong project work and project planning experience . Previous experience in a full development life cycle . Perform well in a team environment . Experience with object oriented design methodologies and tools a plus To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Business Systems Analyst in Boston, MA

Business Systems Analyst

"The Mindcircuit is a peer network of top technical professionals in their fields who locate and screen the best talent on the market"

Our client, a leading global Business Consulting Services company is in need of a technical business analyst with strong leadership and Oracle Database experience.

Key Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following and others as assigned:
o Problem identification, structuring work and planning
o Develop and apply conceptual frameworks and analytical approaches
o Coordinate and execute customer, vendor, market analyst, and client interviews
o Conduct secondary research, data collection and market/competitor analyses
o Perform financial analysis and develop business cases
o Review, document and assess client operations
o Develop and present solutions and recommendations
o Requirements gathering and prioritization of business requirements based upon business and user needs and technology capabilities
o Create strong working relationships with clients in business and IT roles
o Support business development activities including client proposals
o Work collaboratively on multi-disciplinary teams

Job Requirements:

Education:
4-year Bachelor's degree is required. MBA is preferred, but not mandatory.

Experience Guidelines:

o 4-6 years of relevant work experience; consulting experience is a plus
o Creativity with an eye to developing new and innovative solutions
o Strong problem identification and analytical skills
o Primary and secondary research & analysis skills
o Financial analysis and business case development capabilities
o Leadership experience and the ability to motivate others to take action
o Ability to structure and plan projects/programs
o Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to create & deliver clear, powerful & concise presentations/proposals
o Ability to plan and manage time and resources, establish priorities and meet goals
o Highly proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
o Knowledge in Full SDLC projects, Java/J2EE/Oracle/PL/SQL
o Knowledge in Financial Services, Asset Management, Securities Trading is a Big Plus

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Java Developer in Boston, MA


* Candidate will lead the technical design, development and documentation of cross-functional, multi-platform distributed application systems.
* Analyzes, defines and documents requirements for data, workflow, and logical processes and interfaces with other systems.
* Ensures that expected application performance levels are achieved by coordinating, coding, testing, implementation and documentation.

Qualifications:
* Minimum 6 - 8 years experience required.
* Must have extensive knowledge of company's total computing environment, including all key IT functions, interdependencies and business impact of future IT plans.
* Must have prior lead experience selecting and implementing vendor-specific methodologies and prior consulting experience with structured methodologies.
* Extensive experience with developing and supporting distributed applications required.
* Must have broad experience with multi-platform development tools and toolkits.
* Proficiency with the following is required: Java, Websphere, Struts, and SOAP/Web Service technology
Experience:
* Minimum 6 - 8 years experience required.
* Must have extensive knowledge of company's total computing environment, including all key IT functions, interdependencies and business impact of future IT plans.
* Must have prior lead experience selecting and implementing vendor-specific methodologies and prior consulting experience with structured methodologies.
* Extensive experience with developing and supporting distributed applications required.
* Must have broad experience with multi-platform development tools and toolkits.
* Proficiency with the following is required: Java, Websphere, Struts, and SOAP/Web Service technology
To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Senior Associate, QA - QA Lead in Boston, MA

Senior Associate, QA - QA Lead

Our client, a business innovator, helps clients achieve extraordinary results from their customer relationships, business operations and technology. Leveraging a unique approach, breakthrough thinking, and disciplined execution, Our client leads its industry in delivering the right business results on time and on budget. The Company works with clients that are driven to make a difference, including BP, Essent Energy, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, National Institutes of Health (NIH), Sprint Nextel, Sony Electronics, the U.S. Marine Corps, and Verizon. It is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and operates across North America, Europe, and India.

Job Summary

The primary functions of this position include ensuring conceptualizing QA plans, implementation, ensuring quality & timely delivery, ownership of project-wide initiatives & team leadership. A Senior Associate QA is expected to play a variety of roles such as QA Track Lead (TL), which usually consists of leading a track of 4-6 people or more as a part of a larger project, QA Analyst or QA Designer. In addition he is also expected to play a variety of project support roles.

Key Responsibilities include:

. Responsible for planning, estimating, implementing and driving the QA framework for the software testing life
cycle
. Able to innovate and integrate the QA/Testing lifecycle with the SDLC
. Is able to define and articulate the value of each phase of the Testing on a project to clients and team.
. Working and conceptual knowledge of manual/Automation and Defect tracking tools to help in proper tool selection and set-up
. Is able to drive the complete quality assurance engagement in a project
. Teaches & inspire others and ensures that QA best practices are followed diligently.
. Provide purpose, direction and motivation to his/her team.

Job Requirements:

. Bachelor's degree required
. 4-6 years of relevant experience
. Knowledge/experience in QA Processes, software lifecycle, testing methodology, test automation, defect tracking & test estimation & planning.
. Experience in QA tools, packages and methodologies
. Demonstrated leadership capability, preferably with leadership experience with teams of 3+ people
. Ability to effectively work as a part of a larger project team and clients.
. Frequent travel may be required

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.


Keywords: QA Lead, QA Analyst, QA Designer, QA Engineer, Automation Testing, Manual Testing, WinRunner, LoadRunner, Mercury, Rational Clearcase, SDLC, STLC, Software Testing Life Cycle, Quality Assurance

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Associate, Program Management in Boston, MA

Sr. Associate, Program Management

Job Summary

The primary functions of this position include project management, client management, and team leadership. The Sr. Associate, Program Management is expected to play a variety of project support and team leadership roles while developing the skills and experience necessary to become a Manager, Program Management. The most typical project roles for the Sr. Associate, Program Management are Track Lead (TL), which usually consists of leading sub-tracks of work (3-8 people) as part of a larger project, and Assistant Project Manager (APM), which entails supporting project managers with day-to-day project leadership activities.

The Sr. Associate, Program Management position requires problem solving skills, solid verbal and written communication skills, basic project management and client management skills, team leadership skills and strong organizational and detail-orientation skills. In performing the essential functions of this role, the work environment is fast-paced, moderately noisy and team-based. Additionally, frequent overnight travel is required.

Key Responsibilities:

. Assists Project Managers with day-to-day project management tasks or leads small and mid-sized tracks/projects. Develops and tracks project plans for individual tracks of work (as part of a larger project plan). Establishes and maintains communications for project track. Oversees track estimations. Oversees the development of track deliverables. Establishes and maintains processes to manage scope of work for track. Identifies and manages track issues and risks. Communicates track status, risks and issues to project leadership

. Leads teams of 3-8 individuals. Provides purpose, direction and motivation to team. Clarifies and communicates track objectives and success criteria. Ensures key track roles and responsibilities are defined. Ensures a positive, collaborative working environment for the team. Manages third-party partner and/or vendor relationships, as necessary

. Assists Project Managers in managing client relationships and preparing for client meetings. Plans and executes client workshops. Develops relationships with appropriate client stakeholders. Provides day-to-day contact for client on track related communications

. Participates in, and assists with, company events such as hiring, training and internal initiatives. Contributes to the ongoing development of the Program Management Domain and community at Sapient. Actively shares knowledge and lessons learned from project experiences

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required; 2-3 years project management experience, preferably in a client-service organization; Demonstrated leadership capability and/or potential (prior leadership experience with teams of 3 or more people preferred); Knowledge of and/or experience in software development and internet industries preferred; Ability to effectively work with project teams and clients; Proficient in Word, Excel, Powerpoint and MS Project; knowledge of Visio

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.
To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

QA Lead in Boston, MA

Duration : 6 months



Experience: Experience: 6+ years Resource should be functionally strong in terms of having done extensive functional testing in Asset reconciliation (or associated business areas) apart from coming from a testing background. This functional strength should be over and above typical test lead responsibilities To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Business Analyst( Mutual Funds) in Boston, MA

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Business Analyst with Mutual Funds background (5 Yrs+) - *Must* be Technical and Functional Mutual Funds Investor Services To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Java Developer in Boston, MA

We are looking to augment our existing development team to help with the complete and total rebuild of the Variable Rate Demand Note (VRD) product line.

The rewrite will include:
1.The migration from Informix to Sybase at the database level

2.The migration of business logic and processing from C and embedded C programs to Sybase stored procedures and triggers and J2EE servlets

3.Building a complete web front end for use by VRD analysts using the Java Script toolkit Dojo (which includes AJAX functionality) and HTML/DHMTL/XHTML
Experience: Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Sybase (including performance tuning, stored procedures, triggers). Dojo experience is a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Great Systems Engineer opportunity!!! in Boston, MA

KENDA Systems in currently assisting our client in the Boston, MA area in their dearch for a awesome
Senior Engineer with educational attainment & relevance of experience.

Our client is one of the largest mobile communications companies in the world
with operations in more than 20 countries across Europe and beyond. Our US office in Boston is a key development center for products and services for the client.

The client develops voice, network, and handset services and applications which are delivered to our customers throughout the world. We focus on rapid development of key tactical and strategic products and services. We leverage technological invention to swiftly deliver device and voice services that make it easier and more fun for people to communicate.

Job Profile:
Handset/mobile application position: be device centric w/ 80% device expertise and 20% familiarity w/ network servers.

Core networks position:
80% core networks expertise and 20% familiarity with device(s).

Job's role:
Take a device, understand it, write code, test it, prepare pres. (tech & commercial aspects) and present to techno centre or BU within FT personality Skills: the most important attributes are "can do" attitude, flexibility, interpersonal & collaboration ethics, diplomacy Structure: 60% coding; 30% liaison; 10% internal presentations.

Technical skills:
C++ and Java; ideally someone w/ Python skills (not required for the job, but indicates a forward looking mindset). Job applicants should have written mobile applications on Symbian or Windows mobile, preferably both. Position will not require a lot of web code, but Steve wants someone proficient w/ web technologies (an engineer who has kept up to speed in recent years)


Career Development:
Become a leader in the industry; publish white papers and eventually manage a research team. The France Telecom environment will also provide the opportunity to move around within the different research teams.

Work environment: Feels like an academic environment with a drive to build value for the customer.

The Manager's group: work on research projects where deliverable is a prototype or live demo to be presented to other groups (BU) within FT for further development and potential deployment to customer. 1/2 of ideas explored come from external vendors (in the areas of Fixed/mobile/VoIP/Broadband); 1/2 come from within the FT family.

Team structure:
Small team of 3 to 4 engineers collaborating w. other teams within the building.

If interested, APPLY NOW!!!!!!!!!!!










Experience: Must see description below!!! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Linux & Solaris Engineer in Boston, MA

Unix/Linux Engineer
Experience running Redhat Linux AS2.1, AS3.0, RHEL 4, and Solaris 2.8, 2.9 and 10.

Ideal candidate should have the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Documentation and process skills are a must for documenting project work for knowledge transfer within the group as well as for Operational Support. Trouble shooting and project Management skills are also required to support technology changes/improvements driven by the business.

Software experience desired:
- Linux and Solaris
- Building Solaris servers with jumpstart
- Configuration Management and Provisioning
- Building servers with Kickstart
- Building custom boot images for Kickstart for standard hardware configurations
- Working with custom drivers/modules
- Building Sun packages and Linux RPMs
- Veritas Foundation Suite
- SSH, Sudo, Samba
- Linux and Solaris Security
- Management tools

Server Hardware experience should include IBM xSeries, Sun Microsystems SunFire (Sparc and AMD), Egenera BladeFrame. Familiarity with SAN architecture utilizing EMC DMX and IBM ESS.

Other skills required, but not necessary, are Veritas NetBackup, Autosys, CA Unicenter, LDAP, and IBM Director.

Experience: Software experience desired:
- Linux and Solaris
- Building Solaris servers with jumpstart
- Configuration Management and Provisioning
- Building servers with Kickstart
- Building custom boot images for Kickstart for standard hardware configurations
- Working with custom drivers/modules
- Building Sun packages and Linux RPMs
- Veritas Foundation Suite
- SSH, Sudo, Samba
- Linux and Solaris Security
- Management tools

Server Hardware experience should include IBM xSeries, Sun Microsystems SunFire (Sparc and AMD), Egenera BladeFrame. Familiarity with SAN architecture utilizing EMC DMX and IBM ESS.

Other skills required, but not necessary, are Veritas NetBackup, Autosys, CA Unicenter, LDAP, and IBM Director.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Senior Systems admin with Solaris in Boston, MA

Looking for a mid-level Unix/Windows System Administrator to join the Server Operations team. The candidate should have a Experience: strong OS/software
support background with 3-5 years of solid technical and project management experience and should be experienced in a fast-paced, high volume, mission
critical support role. Financial experience a plus. Candidate should have experience working with some combination of the following: Solaris, Red Hat
Linux, Windows NT/2000/2003, EMC, Veritas Volume Manager, File System, Cluster, and NetBackup, as well as Online Disk Suite and SunCluster. Candidate should be familiar with Sybase or Oracle, and the SunOne suite of products. Domino/Notes experience a plus.

Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively. This position will require off hours pager duty to accomplish team objectives.This position will be a first shift. Specific duties associated with this opening include: managing changes to
hardware/software configuration of servers, configuration/implementation of the software listed above. Coordinating the migration/consolidation of
servers to new hardware and onto a SAN. Implementation of change controls during specified periods. Trouble ticket management/closure. Server patch management/upgrades.
BS/BA preferred. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr Business Systems Analyst ( Custody Corporate Actions) in Boston, MA

Senior Business Systems Analyst with Custody and/or Corporate Actions

Works closely with end users to analyze and design systems solutions to business problems and needs. Acting as a consultant to the development teams, the Senior Business Systems Analyst will participate in all phases of the systems development lifecycle - from project scoping, planning, and requirements definition to issues resolution, testing and implementation.

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Exp: 7+ years. Strong knowledge of Custody and/or Corporate Actions products and operations is a must . Previous involvement in a major new development project . 5+ years of experience writing technical and business specifications . Ability to handle multiple assignments . Superior written and oral communication skills . Able to matrix manage, have strong project work and project planning experience . Previous experience in a full development life cycle . Perform well in a team environment . Experience with object oriented design methodologies and tools a plus To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

ASP .Net developer in Boston, MA

3-4 years experience with ASP.Net web development. Experience: Writing SQL statements and an understanding of RDBMS concepts.
Proven interest in staying on top of technology changes.
Familiar with Source control and team development practices.
Team player
Ability to Mentor others
Self starter To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Informatica ETL in Boston, MA

Informatica ETL

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Experience in designing and implementing ETL environments using Informatica PowerCenter Experience in installation and configuration of Informatica PowerCenter Knowledge of PL/SQL, triggers and cursors in Oracle good communication and team skills To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Java Developer in Boston, MA


* Candidate will lead the technical design, development and documentation of cross-functional, multi-platform distributed application systems.
* Analyzes, defines and documents requirements for data, workflow, and logical processes and interfaces with other systems.
* Ensures that expected application performance levels are achieved by coordinating, coding, testing, implementation and documentation.

Qualifications:
* Minimum 6 - 8 years experience required.
* Must have extensive knowledge of company's total computing environment, including all key IT functions, interdependencies and business impact of future IT plans.
* Must have prior lead experience selecting and implementing vendor-specific methodologies and prior consulting experience with structured methodologies.
* Extensive experience with developing and supporting distributed applications required.
* Must have broad experience with multi-platform development tools and toolkits.
* Proficiency with the following is required: Java, Websphere, Struts, and SOAP/Web Service technology
Experience:
* Minimum 6 - 8 years experience required.
* Must have extensive knowledge of company's total computing environment, including all key IT functions, interdependencies and business impact of future IT plans.
* Must have prior lead experience selecting and implementing vendor-specific methodologies and prior consulting experience with structured methodologies.
* Extensive experience with developing and supporting distributed applications required.
* Must have broad experience with multi-platform development tools and toolkits.
* Proficiency with the following is required: Java, Websphere, Struts, and SOAP/Web Service technology
To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Senior Associate, QA - QA Lead in Boston, MA

Senior Associate, QA - QA Lead

Our client, a business innovator, helps clients achieve extraordinary results from their customer relationships, business operations and technology. Leveraging a unique approach, breakthrough thinking, and disciplined execution, Our client leads its industry in delivering the right business results on time and on budget. The Company works with clients that are driven to make a difference, including BP, Essent Energy, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, National Institutes of Health (NIH), Sprint Nextel, Sony Electronics, the U.S. Marine Corps, and Verizon. It is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and operates across North America, Europe, and India.

Job Summary

The primary functions of this position include ensuring conceptualizing QA plans, implementation, ensuring quality & timely delivery, ownership of project-wide initiatives & team leadership. A Senior Associate QA is expected to play a variety of roles such as QA Track Lead (TL), which usually consists of leading a track of 4-6 people or more as a part of a larger project, QA Analyst or QA Designer. In addition he is also expected to play a variety of project support roles.

Key Responsibilities include:

. Responsible for planning, estimating, implementing and driving the QA framework for the software testing life
cycle
. Able to innovate and integrate the QA/Testing lifecycle with the SDLC
. Is able to define and articulate the value of each phase of the Testing on a project to clients and team.
. Working and conceptual knowledge of manual/Automation and Defect tracking tools to help in proper tool selection and set-up
. Is able to drive the complete quality assurance engagement in a project
. Teaches & inspire others and ensures that QA best practices are followed diligently.
. Provide purpose, direction and motivation to his/her team.

Job Requirements:

. Bachelor's degree required
. 4-6 years of relevant experience
. Knowledge/experience in QA Processes, software lifecycle, testing methodology, test automation, defect tracking & test estimation & planning.
. Experience in QA tools, packages and methodologies
. Demonstrated leadership capability, preferably with leadership experience with teams of 3+ people
. Ability to effectively work as a part of a larger project team and clients.
. Frequent travel may be required

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.


Keywords: QA Lead, QA Analyst, QA Designer, QA Engineer, Automation Testing, Manual Testing, WinRunner, LoadRunner, Mercury, Rational Clearcase, SDLC, STLC, Software Testing Life Cycle, Quality Assurance

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Business Systems Analyst in Boston, MA

Business Systems Analyst

"The Mindcircuit is a peer network of top technical professionals in their fields who locate and screen the best talent on the market"

Our client, a leading global Business Consulting Services company is in need of a technical business analyst with strong leadership and Oracle Database experience.

Key Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following and others as assigned:
o Problem identification, structuring work and planning
o Develop and apply conceptual frameworks and analytical approaches
o Coordinate and execute customer, vendor, market analyst, and client interviews
o Conduct secondary research, data collection and market/competitor analyses
o Perform financial analysis and develop business cases
o Review, document and assess client operations
o Develop and present solutions and recommendations
o Requirements gathering and prioritization of business requirements based upon business and user needs and technology capabilities
o Create strong working relationships with clients in business and IT roles
o Support business development activities including client proposals
o Work collaboratively on multi-disciplinary teams

Job Requirements:

Education:
4-year Bachelor's degree is required. MBA is preferred, but not mandatory.

Experience Guidelines:

o 4-6 years of relevant work experience; consulting experience is a plus
o Creativity with an eye to developing new and innovative solutions
o Strong problem identification and analytical skills
o Primary and secondary research & analysis skills
o Financial analysis and business case development capabilities
o Leadership experience and the ability to motivate others to take action
o Ability to structure and plan projects/programs
o Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to create & deliver clear, powerful & concise presentations/proposals
o Ability to plan and manage time and resources, establish priorities and meet goals
o Highly proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
o Knowledge in Full SDLC projects, Java/J2EE/Oracle/PL/SQL
o Knowledge in Financial Services, Asset Management, Securities Trading is a Big Plus

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Associate, Program Management in Boston, MA

Sr. Associate, Program Management

Job Summary

The primary functions of this position include project management, client management, and team leadership. The Sr. Associate, Program Management is expected to play a variety of project support and team leadership roles while developing the skills and experience necessary to become a Manager, Program Management. The most typical project roles for the Sr. Associate, Program Management are Track Lead (TL), which usually consists of leading sub-tracks of work (3-8 people) as part of a larger project, and Assistant Project Manager (APM), which entails supporting project managers with day-to-day project leadership activities.

The Sr. Associate, Program Management position requires problem solving skills, solid verbal and written communication skills, basic project management and client management skills, team leadership skills and strong organizational and detail-orientation skills. In performing the essential functions of this role, the work environment is fast-paced, moderately noisy and team-based. Additionally, frequent overnight travel is required.

Key Responsibilities:

. Assists Project Managers with day-to-day project management tasks or leads small and mid-sized tracks/projects. Develops and tracks project plans for individual tracks of work (as part of a larger project plan). Establishes and maintains communications for project track. Oversees track estimations. Oversees the development of track deliverables. Establishes and maintains processes to manage scope of work for track. Identifies and manages track issues and risks. Communicates track status, risks and issues to project leadership

. Leads teams of 3-8 individuals. Provides purpose, direction and motivation to team. Clarifies and communicates track objectives and success criteria. Ensures key track roles and responsibilities are defined. Ensures a positive, collaborative working environment for the team. Manages third-party partner and/or vendor relationships, as necessary

. Assists Project Managers in managing client relationships and preparing for client meetings. Plans and executes client workshops. Develops relationships with appropriate client stakeholders. Provides day-to-day contact for client on track related communications

. Participates in, and assists with, company events such as hiring, training and internal initiatives. Contributes to the ongoing development of the Program Management Domain and community at Sapient. Actively shares knowledge and lessons learned from project experiences

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required; 2-3 years project management experience, preferably in a client-service organization; Demonstrated leadership capability and/or potential (prior leadership experience with teams of 3 or more people preferred); Knowledge of and/or experience in software development and internet industries preferred; Ability to effectively work with project teams and clients; Proficient in Word, Excel, Powerpoint and MS Project; knowledge of Visio

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.
To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

QA Lead in Boston, MA

Duration : 6 months



Experience: Experience: 6+ years Resource should be functionally strong in terms of having done extensive functional testing in Asset reconciliation (or associated business areas) apart from coming from a testing background. This functional strength should be over and above typical test lead responsibilities To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Business Analyst( Mutual Funds) in Boston, MA

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Business Analyst with Mutual Funds background (5 Yrs+) - *Must* be Technical and Functional Mutual Funds Investor Services To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Great Systems Engineer opportunity!!! in Boston, MA

KENDA Systems in currently assisting our client in the Boston, MA area in their dearch for a awesome
Senior Engineer with educational attainment & relevance of experience.

Our client is one of the largest mobile communications companies in the world
with operations in more than 20 countries across Europe and beyond. Our US office in Boston is a key development center for products and services for the client.

The client develops voice, network, and handset services and applications which are delivered to our customers throughout the world. We focus on rapid development of key tactical and strategic products and services. We leverage technological invention to swiftly deliver device and voice services that make it easier and more fun for people to communicate.

Job Profile:
Handset/mobile application position: be device centric w/ 80% device expertise and 20% familiarity w/ network servers.

Core networks position:
80% core networks expertise and 20% familiarity with device(s).

Job's role:
Take a device, understand it, write code, test it, prepare pres. (tech & commercial aspects) and present to techno centre or BU within FT personality Skills: the most important attributes are "can do" attitude, flexibility, interpersonal & collaboration ethics, diplomacy Structure: 60% coding; 30% liaison; 10% internal presentations.

Technical skills:
C++ and Java; ideally someone w/ Python skills (not required for the job, but indicates a forward looking mindset). Job applicants should have written mobile applications on Symbian or Windows mobile, preferably both. Position will not require a lot of web code, but Steve wants someone proficient w/ web technologies (an engineer who has kept up to speed in recent years)


Career Development:
Become a leader in the industry; publish white papers and eventually manage a research team. The France Telecom environment will also provide the opportunity to move around within the different research teams.

Work environment: Feels like an academic environment with a drive to build value for the customer.

The Manager's group: work on research projects where deliverable is a prototype or live demo to be presented to other groups (BU) within FT for further development and potential deployment to customer. 1/2 of ideas explored come from external vendors (in the areas of Fixed/mobile/VoIP/Broadband); 1/2 come from within the FT family.

Team structure:
Small team of 3 to 4 engineers collaborating w. other teams within the building.

If interested, APPLY NOW!!!!!!!!!!!










Experience: Must see description below!!! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

IT Strategy - Associate Partner (level), UNIX Arch in Boston, MA

Please INCLUDE the JOB-ID-NUMBER in the email subject line of your response to ensure successful ROUTING of your RESUME.

This is an Associate Partner - level position; we are looking for professionals with very strong prior hands-on UNIX Technical Architecture / UNIX Infrastructure Architecture experience. Base salary will go up to $150,000, plus a commission package of 120% to 150% for the right candidates. You MUST have prior HANDS-ON Technical UNIX or Mainframe background, including leading the technical direction for Applications Development, IT Infrastructure, etc.

We are expanding in the WebServices, SOA, Utility-Computing arenas and we need multiple UNIX Infrastructure Architects who can help with IT Sales and Client Engagement Management. We are looking for Technical Leaders with IT Financial Services background to drive our very large customer engagements toward SOA, virtualization, consolidation, etc. You must have prior hands-on UNIX Engineering, Infrastructure Architecture, and Mission-Critical Systems Support. You must be articulate and have strong successful experience presenting IT Solutions to CIO, CEO, SVP, and Application Development Manager levels.

Required:
5+ yr hands-on UNIX Infrastructure Architecture (AIX, HPUX, SUN Solaris, or Linux);
Outside Consulting, with direct customer interaction;
2+ yr Leading the IT Technical Direction - UNIX or Mainframe Infrastructure Architecture / Systems;
2+ yr WebServices, Consolidation, Virtualization, Utility Computing, etc;
2+ yr IT Sales Support, formal presentations, technical solutions;
excellent English communications skills; articulate speaker;
Stable work history; long-term employment with medium to large companies;
Up to 70% travel, home weekends;
Live in any major US city East of the Rockies

Preferred: Client Engagement Leadership; Investment and Trading applications; UNIX Administration and Architecture (AIX, HP-UX, SUN Solaris, LINUX); Mainframe Systems (OS390, MVS, DB2, zOS, zSeries); Network Architecture; SOA, WebSphere, Rational, OOAD, etc


Apply Now Through Me I have 11+ open positions and I will get you to the correct hiring manager immediately faster than if you apply directly to the company if you qualify I will contact you within 1 business day.

All positions require: US Citizenship or USPR (green card); excellent verbal and written English communications skills; hands-on experience with the required technologies. You can live in most any US large cities East of the Rocky Mountains. If you decide to relocate for one of these positions, you must pay your own relocation to one of the cities where your skills are needed; No relocation assistance. 70%+ travel Monday through Friday required, home weekends.

This position includes the following:
* Permanent position with large corporation.
* Excellent full benefits package; bonus potential.
* Multiple positions with various Responsibilities and Salary ranges.
* Annual salary of $85,000 to $148,000+, commission up to 150%.
* Live in any major US city East of the Rocky Mountains; no relocation assistance.
* 40 to 50 hour work week.
* Up to 70% travel Monday through Friday, home weekends.
* Business Casual dress & Business Professional dress.
* Requires 3 Professional References at time of submission.
* Full background-check (references, SSN verification, education, vehicle, criminal, drug screen).

No Agencies or 3rd Parties.



Experience: 5+ yr hands-on UNIX Infrastructure Architecture (AIX, HPUX, SUN Solaris, or Linux);
Outside Consulting, with direct customer interaction;
2+ yr Leading the IT Technical Direction - UNIX or Mainframe Infrastructure Architecture / Systems;
2+ yr WebServices, Consolidation, Virtualization, Utility Computing, etc;
2+ yr IT Sales Support, formal presentations, technical solutions;
excellent English communications skills; articulate speaker;
Stable work history; long-term employment with medium to large companies;
Up to 70% travel, home weekends;
Live in any major US city East of the Rockies

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Senior Systems admin with Solaris in Boston, MA

Looking for a mid-level Unix/Windows System Administrator to join the Server Operations team. The candidate should have a Experience: strong OS/software
support background with 3-5 years of solid technical and project management experience and should be experienced in a fast-paced, high volume, mission
critical support role. Financial experience a plus. Candidate should have experience working with some combination of the following: Solaris, Red Hat
Linux, Windows NT/2000/2003, EMC, Veritas Volume Manager, File System, Cluster, and NetBackup, as well as Online Disk Suite and SunCluster. Candidate should be familiar with Sybase or Oracle, and the SunOne suite of products. Domino/Notes experience a plus.

Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively. This position will require off hours pager duty to accomplish team objectives.This position will be a first shift. Specific duties associated with this opening include: managing changes to
hardware/software configuration of servers, configuration/implementation of the software listed above. Coordinating the migration/consolidation of
servers to new hardware and onto a SAN. Implementation of change controls during specified periods. Trouble ticket management/closure. Server patch management/upgrades.
BS/BA preferred. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

ASP .Net developer in Boston, MA

3-4 years experience with ASP.Net web development. Experience: Writing SQL statements and an understanding of RDBMS concepts.
Proven interest in staying on top of technology changes.
Familiar with Source control and team development practices.
Team player
Ability to Mentor others
Self starter To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Java Developer in Boston, MA


* Candidate will lead the technical design, development and documentation of cross-functional, multi-platform distributed application systems.
* Analyzes, defines and documents requirements for data, workflow, and logical processes and interfaces with other systems.
* Ensures that expected application performance levels are achieved by coordinating, coding, testing, implementation and documentation.

Qualifications:
* Minimum 6 - 8 years experience required.
* Must have extensive knowledge of company's total computing environment, including all key IT functions, interdependencies and business impact of future IT plans.
* Must have prior lead experience selecting and implementing vendor-specific methodologies and prior consulting experience with structured methodologies.
* Extensive experience with developing and supporting distributed applications required.
* Must have broad experience with multi-platform development tools and toolkits.
* Proficiency with the following is required: Java, Websphere, Struts, and SOAP/Web Service technology
Experience:
* Minimum 6 - 8 years experience required.
* Must have extensive knowledge of company's total computing environment, including all key IT functions, interdependencies and business impact of future IT plans.
* Must have prior lead experience selecting and implementing vendor-specific methodologies and prior consulting experience with structured methodologies.
* Extensive experience with developing and supporting distributed applications required.
* Must have broad experience with multi-platform development tools and toolkits.
* Proficiency with the following is required: Java, Websphere, Struts, and SOAP/Web Service technology
To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Java Developer in Boston, MA

We are looking to augment our existing development team to help with the complete and total rebuild of the Variable Rate Demand Note (VRD) product line.

The rewrite will include:
1.The migration from Informix to Sybase at the database level

2.The migration of business logic and processing from C and embedded C programs to Sybase stored procedures and triggers and J2EE servlets

3.Building a complete web front end for use by VRD analysts using the Java Script toolkit Dojo (which includes AJAX functionality) and HTML/DHMTL/XHTML
Experience: Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Sybase (including performance tuning, stored procedures, triggers). Dojo experience is a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Linux & Solaris Engineer in Boston, MA

Unix/Linux Engineer
Experience running Redhat Linux AS2.1, AS3.0, RHEL 4, and Solaris 2.8, 2.9 and 10.

Ideal candidate should have the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Documentation and process skills are a must for documenting project work for knowledge transfer within the group as well as for Operational Support. Trouble shooting and project Management skills are also required to support technology changes/improvements driven by the business.

Software experience desired:
- Linux and Solaris
- Building Solaris servers with jumpstart
- Configuration Management and Provisioning
- Building servers with Kickstart
- Building custom boot images for Kickstart for standard hardware configurations
- Working with custom drivers/modules
- Building Sun packages and Linux RPMs
- Veritas Foundation Suite
- SSH, Sudo, Samba
- Linux and Solaris Security
- Management tools

Server Hardware experience should include IBM xSeries, Sun Microsystems SunFire (Sparc and AMD), Egenera BladeFrame. Familiarity with SAN architecture utilizing EMC DMX and IBM ESS.

Other skills required, but not necessary, are Veritas NetBackup, Autosys, CA Unicenter, LDAP, and IBM Director.

Experience: Software experience desired:
- Linux and Solaris
- Building Solaris servers with jumpstart
- Configuration Management and Provisioning
- Building servers with Kickstart
- Building custom boot images for Kickstart for standard hardware configurations
- Working with custom drivers/modules
- Building Sun packages and Linux RPMs
- Veritas Foundation Suite
- SSH, Sudo, Samba
- Linux and Solaris Security
- Management tools

Server Hardware experience should include IBM xSeries, Sun Microsystems SunFire (Sparc and AMD), Egenera BladeFrame. Familiarity with SAN architecture utilizing EMC DMX and IBM ESS.

Other skills required, but not necessary, are Veritas NetBackup, Autosys, CA Unicenter, LDAP, and IBM Director.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr Business Systems Analyst ( Custody Corporate Actions) in Boston, MA

Senior Business Systems Analyst with Custody and/or Corporate Actions

Works closely with end users to analyze and design systems solutions to business problems and needs. Acting as a consultant to the development teams, the Senior Business Systems Analyst will participate in all phases of the systems development lifecycle - from project scoping, planning, and requirements definition to issues resolution, testing and implementation.

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Exp: 7+ years. Strong knowledge of Custody and/or Corporate Actions products and operations is a must . Previous involvement in a major new development project . 5+ years of experience writing technical and business specifications . Ability to handle multiple assignments . Superior written and oral communication skills . Able to matrix manage, have strong project work and project planning experience . Previous experience in a full development life cycle . Perform well in a team environment . Experience with object oriented design methodologies and tools a plus To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Network Security Architect, 90% Travel, US in Boston, MA

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REQUIRED: 3+ years Network Security; 3+ yr CISCO firewall VPN IDS; Consultant; Cisco Client Services; Network Implementation Tech Lead; CCNA required / CISSP CCSP preferred; hands-on infrastructure Requirements Design Analysis and Deployment; LAN WAN; excellent verbal/written English communications; Any US, NE-US helpful; 90% travel home weekends


PREFERRED: CISSP CCSP; CCNP CCIE; HP Openview, Cisco Works LMS VMS, Cisco Secure VoIP TCP/IP Telephony, sniffers, firewalls routers switches hubs, Remote Access, Citrix Metaframe, UNIX Admin & mainframe Networking CICS security etc very helpful; T1 ISDN MPLS


Apply Now Through Me I have 9+ open positions and I will get you to the correct hiring manager immediately faster than if you apply directly to the company if you qualify I will contact you within 1 business day.

All positions require: US Citizenship or USPR (green card); excellent verbal and written English communications skills; hands-on experience with the required technologies. You can live in any large US city, however North-Eastern US helpful. If you decide to relocate for one of these positions, you must pay your own relocation to one of the cities where your skills are needed; No relocation assistance. Up to 90% travel Monday through Friday required.

I have multiple immediate Permanent positions for Network Security Architects. My client wants to fill these positions immediately. Cisco CCNA is required, CCSP or CISSP preferred. You must have 5+ years hands-on as a Network Architect including large Networks Infrastructure design architecture implementation deployment analysis and support. You must have 3+ years as Tech Lead in Network Security Implementation. This is a Network Technical Leadership consulting position at client sites; you must have strong hands-on experience with the following:

We are actively seeking a Network Architect with strong SECURITY skills. Broad networking background preferred with training & hands-on experience in collecting of detailed requirements, developing detailed design & leading deployment of network security products & solutions. Candidate must have strong technical skills & above average abilities in analysis, design, architecture, product installation & testing.
3-5 years of implementation experience in CISCO firewall & VPN solutions including positions in companies with leading edge IT organizations. Skills: NW Certification (i.e. CCSP or CISSP preferred) and CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE. Implementation experiences-Firewalls (Cisco/Juniper), Cisco Client Services, Network Infrastructure-Hardware and Software, Client presentation and communication skills, and Teamwork


This position includes the following:
* Permanent position with large corporation; excellent benefits; bonus potential.
* Annual salary of $70,000 to $103,000+ (Target = <$90,000).
* Live in any major US city, North-Eastern US helpful.
* 40 to 50 hour work week.
* 90% travel, Monday through Friday, home weekends.
* Business Casual dress & Business Professional dress.
* Requires 3 Professional References at time of submission.
* Full background-check (references, SSN verification, education, vehicle, criminal, drug screen).

No Agencies or 3rd Parties.

ACTUAL JOB SITE LOCATION 'City and State': Any large US city.


Experience: 3+ years Network Security; 3+ yr CISCO firewall VPN IDS; Consultant; Cisco Client Services; Network Implementation Tech Lead; CCNA required / CISSP CCSP preferred; hands-on infrastructure Requirements Design Analysis and Deployment; LAN WAN; excellent verbal/written English communications; Any US, NE-US helpful; 90% travel home weekends To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Senior Associate, QA - QA Lead in Boston, MA

Senior Associate, QA - QA Lead

Our client, a business innovator, helps clients achieve extraordinary results from their customer relationships, business operations and technology. Leveraging a unique approach, breakthrough thinking, and disciplined execution, Our client leads its industry in delivering the right business results on time and on budget. The Company works with clients that are driven to make a difference, including BP, Essent Energy, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, National Institutes of Health (NIH), Sprint Nextel, Sony Electronics, the U.S. Marine Corps, and Verizon. It is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and operates across North America, Europe, and India.

Job Summary

The primary functions of this position include ensuring conceptualizing QA plans, implementation, ensuring quality & timely delivery, ownership of project-wide initiatives & team leadership. A Senior Associate QA is expected to play a variety of roles such as QA Track Lead (TL), which usually consists of leading a track of 4-6 people or more as a part of a larger project, QA Analyst or QA Designer. In addition he is also expected to play a variety of project support roles.

Key Responsibilities include:

. Responsible for planning, estimating, implementing and driving the QA framework for the software testing life
cycle
. Able to innovate and integrate the QA/Testing lifecycle with the SDLC
. Is able to define and articulate the value of each phase of the Testing on a project to clients and team.
. Working and conceptual knowledge of manual/Automation and Defect tracking tools to help in proper tool selection and set-up
. Is able to drive the complete quality assurance engagement in a project
. Teaches & inspire others and ensures that QA best practices are followed diligently.
. Provide purpose, direction and motivation to his/her team.

Job Requirements:

. Bachelor's degree required
. 4-6 years of relevant experience
. Knowledge/experience in QA Processes, software lifecycle, testing methodology, test automation, defect tracking & test estimation & planning.
. Experience in QA tools, packages and methodologies
. Demonstrated leadership capability, preferably with leadership experience with teams of 3+ people
. Ability to effectively work as a part of a larger project team and clients.
. Frequent travel may be required

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.


Keywords: QA Lead, QA Analyst, QA Designer, QA Engineer, Automation Testing, Manual Testing, WinRunner, LoadRunner, Mercury, Rational Clearcase, SDLC, STLC, Software Testing Life Cycle, Quality Assurance

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Business Systems Analyst in Boston, MA

Business Systems Analyst

"The Mindcircuit is a peer network of top technical professionals in their fields who locate and screen the best talent on the market"

Our client, a leading global Business Consulting Services company is in need of a technical business analyst with strong leadership and Oracle Database experience.

Key Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following and others as assigned:
o Problem identification, structuring work and planning
o Develop and apply conceptual frameworks and analytical approaches
o Coordinate and execute customer, vendor, market analyst, and client interviews
o Conduct secondary research, data collection and market/competitor analyses
o Perform financial analysis and develop business cases
o Review, document and assess client operations
o Develop and present solutions and recommendations
o Requirements gathering and prioritization of business requirements based upon business and user needs and technology capabilities
o Create strong working relationships with clients in business and IT roles
o Support business development activities including client proposals
o Work collaboratively on multi-disciplinary teams

Job Requirements:

Education:
4-year Bachelor's degree is required. MBA is preferred, but not mandatory.

Experience Guidelines:

o 4-6 years of relevant work experience; consulting experience is a plus
o Creativity with an eye to developing new and innovative solutions
o Strong problem identification and analytical skills
o Primary and secondary research & analysis skills
o Financial analysis and business case development capabilities
o Leadership experience and the ability to motivate others to take action
o Ability to structure and plan projects/programs
o Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to create & deliver clear, powerful & concise presentations/proposals
o Ability to plan and manage time and resources, establish priorities and meet goals
o Highly proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
o Knowledge in Full SDLC projects, Java/J2EE/Oracle/PL/SQL
o Knowledge in Financial Services, Asset Management, Securities Trading is a Big Plus

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Informatica ETL in Boston, MA

Informatica ETL

Duration : 6 months
Experience: Experience in designing and implementing ETL environments using Informatica PowerCenter Experience in installation and configuration of Informatica PowerCenter Knowledge of PL/SQL, triggers and cursors in Oracle good communication and team skills To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Associate, Program Management in Boston, MA

Sr. Associate, Program Management

Job Summary

The primary functions of this position include project management, client management, and team leadership. The Sr. Associate, Program Management is expected to play a variety of project support and team leadership roles while developing the skills and experience necessary to become a Manager, Program Management. The most typical project roles for the Sr. Associate, Program Management are Track Lead (TL), which usually consists of leading sub-tracks of work (3-8 people) as part of a larger project, and Assistant Project Manager (APM), which entails supporting project managers with day-to-day project leadership activities.

The Sr. Associate, Program Management position requires problem solving skills, solid verbal and written communication skills, basic project management and client management skills, team leadership skills and strong organizational and detail-orientation skills. In performing the essential functions of this role, the work environment is fast-paced, moderately noisy and team-based. Additionally, frequent overnight travel is required.

Key Responsibilities:

. Assists Project Managers with day-to-day project management tasks or leads small and mid-sized tracks/projects. Develops and tracks project plans for individual tracks of work (as part of a larger project plan). Establishes and maintains communications for project track. Oversees track estimations. Oversees the development of track deliverables. Establishes and maintains processes to manage scope of work for track. Identifies and manages track issues and risks. Communicates track status, risks and issues to project leadership

. Leads teams of 3-8 individuals. Provides purpose, direction and motivation to team. Clarifies and communicates track objectives and success criteria. Ensures key track roles and responsibilities are defined. Ensures a positive, collaborative working environment for the team. Manages third-party partner and/or vendor relationships, as necessary

. Assists Project Managers in managing client relationships and preparing for client meetings. Plans and executes client workshops. Develops relationships with appropriate client stakeholders. Provides day-to-day contact for client on track related communications

. Participates in, and assists with, company events such as hiring, training and internal initiatives. Contributes to the ongoing development of the Program Management Domain and community at Sapient. Actively shares knowledge and lessons learned from project experiences

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required; 2-3 years project management experience, preferably in a client-service organization; Demonstrated leadership capability and/or potential (prior leadership experience with teams of 3 or more people preferred); Knowledge of and/or experience in software development and internet industries preferred; Ability to effectively work with project teams and clients; Proficient in Word, Excel, Powerpoint and MS Project; knowledge of Visio

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.
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